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Editorial Services
Due to my commitments, as well as the dedication I reserve for each project, I keep my client list extremely limited. I love working with brand new writers, emerging talents, and seasoned published professionals. All services are individual and tailored to each author/project.
I read: broadly, and intentionally. There’s few genres I won’t dabble in, but some of my favourites are Secret History by Donna Tartt, Invisible Boys by Holden Sheppard, Young Mungo by Douglas Stewart, The Wedding Forecast by Nina Kenwood, Book Lovers and Happy Place by Emily Henry, Normal People by Sally Rooney, Maurice by E.M.Forster, The Minotaur Takes a Cigarette Break by Steven Sherrill, and anything Ancient Greece—especially women-centred retellings like Clytemnestra by Costanza Casati or Silence of the Girls by Pat Barker. Everything. I mean EVERYTHING, Natalie Haynes and anything, I mean ANYTHING, Achilles and Patroclus.
The following are NOT a great fit for me: poetry collections, novels in verse, picture books, horror (I slept with the light on until I was 17), dark dystopian, hard sci-fi, spy or military novels, and novels without women.
I am based on the east coast of Australia, but will happily work with any writers around the globe writing in English.
Whilst I may choose to fix or comment on grammar or typos, I do not provide copy editing or proofreading services.
Express your interest via the Contact page.
Live feedback
Soundboarding, consulting, plotting, coaching, live critiquing, falling in love, whatever you want to call it, let’s talk it out.
Written critique
Writing is both an art and a skill. Honing craft becomes addictive. Send me your sample and let’s get into it.
Full-length editorial
From plot and structure, to character and sentence craft, I want to help get your work where you want it.
Testimonials
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Vicki Bennet - published author and screenwriter
Working with Liana helped me refine my structure, strengthen my plot, and build compelling characters. Her sharp eye identified what didn’t fit, and saved me hours of frustration. She offered clear, constructive feedback that elevated my novel and upgraded my writing skills.
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Karina Ames - writer and emerging novellist
Liana is an excellent editor who offers brilliant advice. I was impressed with the holistic services she provided and her exquisite eye for detail. Liana provides warmth, humour and a candid approach that make the editing experience a pleasure.
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Georgina Buckley - writer and emerging novellist
Liana’s advice, encouragement, and commitment to giving feedback is second to none. Her personable, but constructive, feedback style is detailed, in-depth, and invaluable in just how rare it is to find.