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About Your Editor

 
Hi! My name's Claudette Cruz, and I'm a genre fiction editor with 12 years of experience.

I am fluent in both English and Spanish, graduated with a bachelor's degree in English literature from the University of Puerto Rico, and obtained an editing certificate from the University of Chicago. I also take professional development courses yearly to keep my skills sharp, stay up to date about changes in the publishing industry, and provide the best service I can to authors and publishers looking for premium editing services.

I specialize in copyediting and proofreading genre fiction for independent authors and for several publishers, most recently Keeperton and eXtasy Books.

I handle potentially triggering themes with unbiased professionalism, and I am comfortable working with all heat levels in stories with romance-driven plots or subplots.
 
So you can see how I approach the editing process and so I can assess the scope of work needed to provide an accurate price quote that is fair to both editor and client, I offer free sample edits of 1,000 words. Once you have made the decision to hire me, I will provide a contract for both parties to sign via DocuSign.
 
I don’t use AI to go over your words, nor do I subcontract any editing project, so you can rest assured you’re getting my personal expertise when you hire me.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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How should I format my manuscript for editing?

Preferably, the document should be double-spaced, in Times New Roman font size 12. However, I can work on documents that have already been formatted.

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Do you accept credit cards? How can I pay you?

I only accept payment through PayPal. PayPal accepts credit cards.

I usually ask for a 50% deposit up front, with the remaining balance to be paid upon completion of the edits. 

I can also work out payment plans depending on the client's needs.

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Do you have social media?

I do! You can follow my Facebook page:

https://www.facebook.com/theeditingsweetheart

I post writing- and editing-related content, including resources, news, and memes; promotions; and last-minute booking opportunities when my regular clients need more time before submitting their manuscript for editing. 

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Do you use AI in any capacity when editing?

I only use Perplexity for fact-checking real-life questions, such as the distance from Chicago to New York in miles, if cicadas come out of the ground during spring, etc.—things that I could google but Perplexity would better answer for me, and even provide me with reputable sources from where it gathered its information. I do NOT use it or any other AI to copyedit, critique, beta read, or proofread any material my clients have submitted to me.

 

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How can I contact you?

Simply fill out the contact form on the main page, or email me at claudette@theeditingsweetheart.com for any inquiries. I strive to respond to all emails within 24 hours. If I have not replied within a day, please follow up; the email could've accidentally gone to the Spam folder.

Testimonials

Testimonials

Gentry Davidson: The Minoan Terroir

"Claudette's feedback was thorough and insightful, offering a detailed analysis of various aspects of the story. Her attention to detail and specific suggestions demonstrate a deep engagement with the manuscript, making her critique invaluable for refining the work."
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"Claudette provided comprehensive feedback, covering aspects such as character development, timeline consistency, and technical details. She raised pertinent questions about character motivations and the plausibility of certain plot points, which can significantly improve the story's coherence and realism. Her comments on dialogue formatting, especially for a character with a unique speech presentation, were particularly helpful. The feedback on the emotional impact of scenes, such as the reaction to violence against animals and the build-up of suspense, highlighted areas that effectively engage the reader."
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