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“Working with Tanis to edit my manuscript was a pleasure from start to finish. She has a keen eye for making sentences flow smoother and for fixing details that I never would have spotted on my own, all while carefully making sure to preserve voice and intent. Her work helped me to get an offer of representation from an agent, and I would work with her again in a heartbeat!”

— Cedric Bell, Romantic Thriller Author

“I've been writing for over ten years and have worked with multiple editors during this time. For the first time in this very long journey filled with self-awareness and doubt, I'm pushing forward with the confidence that only having someone of Tanis’s talent and insight in your corner can provide. She is the real deal. I wouldn't be where I am today without her.”

— Marc Gregory, Contemporary Fiction and YA Author

“For several years, I stumbled through revision after revision of my manuscript. I doubted everything, especially my descriptions and setting. Finally, I decided that it was time to bring in a professional, but I was afraid of losing the voice I’d worked so hard to maintain throughout my manuscript. Eventually, I found my way to Tanis’s website, and when she sent me a sample edit, I was convinced we would be a perfect fit. My voice was still there. She was professional at every turn. She made it easy to understand everything from minor grammatical issues to larger “big picture” problems that needed work. I have no hesitation recommending Tanis to anyone looking for an editor and can’t wait to work with her again!”

— D.J. Kinsey, YA Author

“From start to finish of my debut historical novel, Tanis was my professional editor, manuscript evaluator, and trustworthy mentor. No matter what stage of the writing and publishing process I was at, I knew she had my back. Her knowledge was indispensable. Professional, friendly, considerate, punctual, I ask myself: How could I ever have found someone better to perform the editing needs unique to my book? I consider myself blessed to have found the gold mine I did in Tanis Nessler of ReVision Editing and I would certainly hire her again.”

— Brooklyn K. Biegel, Historical Fiction Author

“Firstly, thank you so much for your INCREDIBLY detailed and positive feedback!! I really appreciate your time and specifically the help with "deep POV," which I'm now trying to implement in my revisions. Your comments and book suggestions have been so helpful! I certainly have lots of revisions ahead of me, but I feel like I have such a clear aim and I think it can be ready for querying again soon. Again, thank you so much! This has been so incredibly helpful and I really hope we can work together again in the future! I will keep you updated about how the querying process goes!”

— Emily Halliwell-MacDonald, Eco-Horror/Fantasy Author

“I appreciate all your kind words and encouragement and can see what a difference editing makes. There are some sentences I rewrote at least a dozen times, and they still weren't right. Your suggested changes are so simple and perfect, I'm left wondering how I never thought of them. It's wonderful to know the manuscript is of professional quality, and that goes a long way in feeling confident to pitch or query agents.”

— Joy Norstrom, Contemporary/Women’s Fiction Author

“Prior to sending out my manuscript to literary agents, I debated whether to invest in professional editing. I am so very glad I did. Tanis’s edits elevated my manuscript to a place I never would have arrived on my own. I had always thought I had an excellent command of the English language (with a degree in linguistics and two theses under my belt), but Tanis’s edits really humbled me. She not only caught punctuation and grammatical errors that gave my manuscript the polish it needed prior to querying, but she also caught inconsistencies and repetition and helped improve word choice. She also cheered me on. Having her feedback helped tremendously. I felt a great weight of doubt drop off me. Tanis offered a fresh, sharp, and professional perspective, and I am extremely grateful for all her meticulous work.”

— J.R. Yates, Romance Author

“I was worried my book wasn't good enough and was too small a project for a professional editor to be interested in taking on, but Tanis treated it as if it were a huge contract. She was very sensitive to what I wanted my manuscript to say and kept my voice all the way through the process. Her suggestions brought out my ideas more clearly and in ways I hadn’t thought of. Tanis is very professional and approachable, and I would definitely use her services again!”

— Tania Stenbeck, Children's Fiction Author

“Wow! Tanis — you are wonderful to work with! I've gone through the manuscript a number of times and need to tell you how thrilled I am to have had your eyes on it. It is immeasurably improved without any sacrifice of my voice (and a great improvement on its tone), just as you had promised. I appreciate that you went over and above the call of duty! Thank you again for your wonderful work!”

— Blair J. Lindsay, Thriller and Horror/Sci-fi Author

“Thank you for all of your help editing my book. You make me sound like I’m a decent writer. :) I have a lot to learn and your comments helped me to create a polished manuscript that was ready to submit to a publisher. My book was accepted and I'm now a published author!”

— Chyla Stormer, Romance Author

“Wow, this is excellent! And just what I needed. It’s obvious you put a lot of thought into your evaluation and have homed in on a number of critical issues with the story. Your critique picked up on my haphazard approach [to writing]. Thanks for all your efforts in corralling this beast and your comments and advice.… You’ve done a great job with the edits! The formatting and style looks very professional — best foot forward! The story is feeling tight with things fitting together and making sense. I’m excited, seeing how well it’s turned out and having something of submission quality at hand.… Great service, great advice, prompt responses, and all returns were received prior to the promised deadline.”

— Walter Johnson, Contemporary Fiction Author

“I really appreciate what you do for me. I don’t know what I would do without you, to be honest. You are so good to me.”

— Jean Spenst, Suspense Author

“Wow! I loved your comments and suggestions. I love your feedback because it makes rewriting easier. I was getting bogged down in the war and forgetting emotions. I wanted you to know how much I appreciate you. I am forever thankful that I was led to you.”

— Barbara Warren, Historical Romance Author

“I enjoyed working with Tanis, who treated my manuscript with the utmost care. Communication was clear throughout the entire process, and the schedule was not only kept but exceeded. I am certain she read every word of my work and evaluated each carefully. The importance of word selection and the use and placement of particular punctuation marks was enlightening. Debating possibilities with someone who was invested in my work was also a highlight.”

— R.S. Mulligan, Upmarket/Literary Fiction Author

“I can’t thank you enough for sharing your incredible talent. I’ve learned a great deal through working with you. Your suggestions and gentle guidance encouraged me to dig deeper to help my readers engage in a story I felt needed to be told. You’re amazing.”

— Holly C. Robins, Memoir Author

“This was my first time [hiring an editor], so I really wanted a professional job done. And it was. I really appreciate how you made me think about or see things that I had not even considered. I was devastated by your critique at first, and now I am so grateful for it and how you focused the story. I would highly recommend you and emphasize how thorough you are, in addition to your positive attitude.”

— D. Adiba, Women’s Fiction Author

“Tanis was great to work with! I could never have imagined how polished my work would be after her insight and attention to detail. Looking forward to working with her again soon. Highly recommend.”

— Pip Kelly, Women's Fiction/Short Story Author

“What a wonderful experience—let’s do this again! I am so grateful for your edits and patience in helping me to understand important aspects of writing. Of course I will continue to learn, but I am much more alert thanks to you. I’m beginning to read other authors now with more understanding because of what you are showing me. I look forward to possible future edits. You’re a treasure, Tanis — thanks so much.”

— Dan Carruthers, Short Story Author

“Thank you so much, Tanis! This was my first time working with an editor, and I was anxious that our visions for the final version might clash. But you made it so easy working on this project; your suggestions not only improved the piece but did so while maintaining the integrity of my message. That was exactly what I hoped for! It was really great working with you and I appreciate the thoughts and insights you gave me.”

— F.P. Rezwan, Sci-Fi/Fantasy Author

“Thank you again for your careful review and edit of this manuscript. I couldn’t be happier with what you’ve done. I’m especially pleased with how you’ve allowed room for my own style and voice in telling this story. Your explanations and suggestions were excellent ones, too, and I learned a lot from them. I definitely feel more confident going forward and I look forward to our next project together.”

— Silvia M. Wynter, Contemporary Fiction Author

”I would highly recommend Tanis to anyone looking for a professional editor. She was always prompt to reply and her suggestions really improved my writing while still allowing my voice to come through. It felt like she cared for my project as much as I did. I look forward to working with Tanis on future novels. I couldn’t be happier with the final product.”

— J.J. Smithson, Middle Grade Fiction Author

“All of your edits are bang on. I have to say, I really like how you can get into my writing. You’re a mind reader. You are the queen of editors. I seriously find working with you pretty amazing.”

— Gaspar Bartko, Short Story Author

“So grateful I found ReVision Editing. The entire process was seamless with a very unique service blending both copy and stylistic editing. Tanis brought my work to another level but my voice remained strong. I can’t believe the quality of work done in such a timely fashion. Your edits are all so beautiful and fitting. Thanks, also, for the kind words, encouragement, and suggestions. I never got the sense that I was bothering you with my questions, and as a new author, that’s wonderful. Hope we get to work together again soon!”

— Middy Glenn, Speculative Fiction Author

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