Science/Fantasy Novelist, published through HarperCollins/Voyager Australia, Bolinda Audio and Book.io

“Sue Moran has been my editor ever since I began my writing career, and in many ways she has helped me develop my writing style and given me a sound knowledge of story structure and English in general. I left school with a D in English, I am dyslexic and when I began writing my first novel The Ancient Future, I could not spell to save my life.  Hence, Sue certainly had her work cut out for her, and she worked closely with me for a year and a half on that manuscript before I presented it to an agent and a publisher, and I have not looked back since. Sue has edited every single one of my manuscripts since then. I will not send off an MS until she has worked her Dramatically Correct magic upon it, and my publishers greatly prefer this too, as it saves them time in the final edits.

As a writer, I find Sue to be an excellent editor as not only will she point out what you are doing wrong, but what you are doing RIGHT - which I feel is most encouraging for first time writers and just as important as critique.  If there is an aspect of the story that is not working, she will also make suggestions to head you in the right direction. Sue will gently guide you through what needs to be done, so that you can feel as confident as I did in handing over that first manuscript for consideration by an agent.

Besides the editing work Sue has done on my books, she has also edited several of my film scripts, and recently co-wrote the film script for The Alchemist's Key.  I could not be more pleased with the adaptation, which is getting rave reviews from all who read it. I cannot recommend Sue's editing highly enough, for anyone seeking a writing career in any of the creative arts.”

Writer of Speculative Fiction – Fantasy, SF, Paranormal Romance, Science Fantasy and Urban Fantasy under her birth name and YA Fantasy under the nom de plume AK Wilder.

“My publisher chose Sue Moran to edit my first novel, The Spell of Rosette, and when the manuscript went off, I felt a little nervous. How would it be received? What would need correcting? When Sue returned the work, all my fears vanished. She did a fantastic job! Sue began by highlighting the strengths of my writing style and her impression of the story. Instantly I had an ally! Her meticulous approach not only covered proofreading and copyediting but her smart, articulate questions allowed me to assess where I hadn’t explained enough or, in other cases, where I had explained the same thing twice! Sue has an eye for symmetry—in sentence structure and in the overall feel of a scene or flow of the story. Her assessment goes far beyond simple grammatical corrections, tone and format. Her questions about plot and character told me right away that she knew my novel inside and out. Not just a cursory read for errors and continuity, she understood the work. She’d taken time with it. Shortly into the process I developed a feeling of trust and camaraderie. The usual isolation of writing was replaced with support, encouragement and suggestions.

Sue Moran knows her business and is worth her weight in gold! (She would probably tag that as being cliché but it’s true!) I would recommend her to any serious writer who wants a coherent and objective editing of their work as well as creative suggestions for revision. With Sue as a first reader, the thousands that follow are sure to have the absolute best experience. I want Sue to edit all my novels. Like I said, worth her weight in gold.”

Author

“I have had two of my manuscripts edited by Sue Moran, one a novel, Tall Poplars, published in 2015, and more recently, an autobiography, yet to be published. I have found Sue very perceptive in her assessment of what I am trying to convey in my work, and the detailed suggestions which follow in respect of structure, expression and overall style are greatly appreciated. Sue’s positive approach is very encouraging too. I thoroughly recommend her editorial services, especially to aspiring writers.”

Author of fiction, poetry, short stories, and blogs

“I recommend Sue Moran as a superior editor for both copy and structural work on manuscripts.”

Author and Publisher

“Sue Moran edited my first two books, The Medallion and Conspiracy?.  Her input was vital to the success of the final published version of the latter and led me to rethink the writing of the former. I would have no hesitation in recommending her as a sound, clear thinking editor.”

Author

“I would like to thank you for your editing services. You were professional and completed the editing required promptly. I also found that the notes you provided were encouraging and educational. I have learnt a lot about editing from the details and explanations that you provided. I have included many of your suggestions in my novel. At present I am writing novel number two and have no hesitation in using your services again or referring you to another writer. Thanks again!”

Author and Artist

“I highly recommend Susan Moran.  Being a new 'full-time' author, she not only edited two of my books, but helped me enormously where structural changes were needed.  She is proficient and objective, yet encouraging and sensitive, and you can trust in her advice.”