As an editor who is not a superhuman, when it comes to your manuscript, I exude excellence, not perfection.
First, a word about editing schedules. My schedule often fills fast. If you’d like to save your place in line, contact me today.
Who do I work with? Other imperfectly perfect humans like you! Sorry, robots.
- emerging authors, established authors, and publishers
- screenwriters who need an editor for their novelized screenplay
- nonprofit, ministries, organizations (Contact me for special rates and details)
My genres include fiction, children’s & YA (selected), nonfiction, memoir, and novelized screenplays. My services include a diverse range, from evaluating manuscripts and author coaching to book editing and writing marketing back-cover copy. Additionally, I have judged for a variety of premiere writing contests, including American Christian Fiction Writers, Next Generation Indie Book Awards, Word Weavers International Tapestry Awards and Writer’s Digest Self-Published Awards, print and ebook. I’ve worked with diverse authors with a variety of writing backgrounds across various resilient and redemptive themes and ownvoices categories.
If you’re an author who is
curious and self-motivated, with a resilient, redemptive story to share with readers who desire to grow, then I would love to work with you!
Since 2017 I have judged, evaluated, edited, or proofread over 250 projects and manuscripts, and if you’re curious about the published titles and authors, jump over to view my list of edited titles, published in the following portfolios:
- nonfiction and fiction
- Look here for a List of Completed Writing Projects
Clients Who Have Placed in Writing Contests
- Cathryn Swallia, writing as C.F. Gannett. Historical fiction romance category, ACFW’s First Impressions, (2018, semi-finalist); Historical fiction, third place in West Coast Christian Writer’s First Page Contest, 2019
- Redemption Press. Gift Book. She Writes for Him: Stories of Resilient Faith (Golden Scroll Awards, 2020)
- Jolene Saunders. Nonfiction/devotional memoir. He’s Worth the Wait: The Christian Gal’s Guide to Dating and Waiting (Selah Awards, 2021 finalist)
- Victoria Duerstock. Nonfiction/devotional. Guard Your Heart & Home: Pursuing Peace in Your Living Space (Selah Awards, Inspiration & Gift, 2022 finalist)
While I’ve worked with many great clients—from emerging to best-selling writers, various faith-based groups, and publishers—I’d love to work with you too! As an editor, I value you and your work. You’ve written a book—that’s huge! That’s one perfect step in the right direction!
As a writer, I completely understand your feelings of excitement mixed with dread. Here’s what one client said of my draft development ability, “Tisha did a phenomenal, impressive job on reworking the content for this piece of the book, in particular, into something far better than what the author gave us” (Adam S.), so I’ve been there, trembling with each word, unsure how to form the next one.
And perhaps that makes us the perfect team. . .
But out of all the editors out there, why work with me?
Fair question, and I’m glad you asked! Just like every book doesn’t fit on every shelf, every editor may not be a good fit for every writer. I may not be the right editor for you and your project, and that’s okay! If we’re not a great fit, then I’ll help you find an editor who is!
- A great editor will value and believe in you, your work, and your message.
- A great editor will work with you.
- A great editor will deliver first-rate work.
- A great editor will not sacrifice the manuscript’s value with a quick edit.
- And because of such care, a great editor is worth the professional investment.
My clients are happy, and seeing their ideas turn into manuscripts and then published books sends me to the clouds with delight.
“I appreciate you so much for helping me write a book I’m proud of. I already know I’ll want you to edit my next book.” — Gwendolyn O. Burton, author of You Don’t Know Just How I Feel: Hope for the Grieving Heart (2023 Selah Awards Memoir finalist and third-place winner, 2022)
Some of my client-authors have even won writing contest awards and have been semi-finalists in prestigious writing contests. A word of encouragement from a client,
“Tisha’s expertise in looking at my first five pages was invaluable, and I wish someone had looked at my stuff before! I cannot stress the value of a good critique!” —Cathryn S., semi-finalist for ACFW’s historical romance category and third place in West Coast Christian Writers’ Conference First Page Contest.
Of my former involvement with PENCON, a professional editing conference, Robert Hudson, author of The Christian Writer’s Manual of Style, said,
“I first came to know Tisha when she helped organize a conference at which I spoke. She was my primary contact and proved to be an efficient and talented organizer. So I know firsthand that her organizational skills are unexcelled.”
Dawn Anderson, Senior Editor at Discovery House, said,
“Tisha is a dynamic personality with a passion for all things related to Christian book publishing. Tisha strives for excellence and brought that commitment to her work as PENCON’s assistant director. Any question I had was promptly and cheerfully answered. Whatever she does, Tisha is all in.”
And while I am committed the publishing industry, what I love most is working with a manuscript so that it shines through the smoke, or with companies so their products achieve the best results.
My clients have finaled in children’s, fiction, and nonfiction categories across a wide platform of prestigious writing contests and awards—from Selah Awards to ACFW’s First Impressions to Realm Makers.
This does not guarantee that your book will win an award or that every book needs to be entered in a contest—but if you are willing to put in the hard work, together we can rise to meet the challenge of what it takes to win. Could your book be next?
Writing a book and getting a book edited is not a quick process. It’s an investment of time, finances, and many hours of love and hard work. And if you’re reading this, I’m glad you’re up for the task!
I believe in developing solid, trustworthy relationships because we’re working as a team to create a beautiful manuscript that will influence your readers. Editing is a gift to you, your manuscript, and your readers, your clients. Let’s work together to bring the gift of your words to your readers, your clients.
I love what I do because I’m able to hear my client’s heart behind their product and help them deliver the best value to their customers.
Whether it’s writing copy, editing your manuscript, or brainstorming marketing tips, my clients are always pleased.
“I highly recommend Tisha for copywriting and website pages planning. Although she did not design my website, she took a rather blank website and transformed it into a full-service website. I’m grateful that she took the time to listen to my needs and then transferred that online to help the authors I serve. She is blessing to work with.” —Kim Autrey, proofreader and owner of Never Alone Publishing
For example, with social media and networking promotion, I was able to, in part, help a client boost their conference attendance 150% from the previous year. How’s that for results?
Bottom Line: I help flesh out your best marketing ideas and help plug you into the appropriate places for best results.
If working with me sounds like a good fit for you, let’s discuss the possibilities today! Check out my view my list of edited titles published in nonfiction and fiction. And here for a List of completed writing projects.
Are you ready to work with me? Contact me and let’s get the conversation started!
Please note: Not every project is a good fit for every editor. If your manuscript is outside my expertise, I’m happy to refer to you a reputable editing network that will be able to assist you.
Maybe you’re still not sure about getting started. That’s okay! No rush.
See what a few of my clients have to say:
“Tisha is an amazing editor! She brought her knowledge, talent, and excellence, along with her caring nature and listening ear. I never once felt myself or my work discouraged in any way. Tisha encouraged as she improved and polished. She is a professional, but she is also personable. She started as my editor, and now I consider her my friend.” —Jolene Saunders, first-time author, He’s Worth the Wait: The Christian Gal’s Guide to Dating and Waiting, Selah Awards finalist, 2021
“Thanks again for your editing expertise. It certainly made a difference in the quality of my book.” —Dan Lutts, historian, and self-published debut author of YA novel, Charm Wars, https://www.danlutts.com/
“Thank you so much for your support and encouragement throughout this process. What started well over a year ago as a very pieced together rough draft with way too many words (a large number of them of questionable appropriateness too!) and a rough story arc was modified, rewritten, and refined to a high quality product. The teamwork has been a wonderful God inspired guiding process where I have needed a push and prod here, a direct message there and mostly the patient and encouraging interaction with very competent editors. I can confidently present what is, to my knowledge, the only young adult fiction suspense novel with a redemptive theme that involves Deaf characters.” —Peter M. Quint, debut author of Resilient Silence: A Deaf Experience Suspense Novel (Redemption Press, 2020)
“Tisha did a great job. She was quick, accurate, and helped us out in a pinch. I would use her services again, and I would recommend that others consider her for their projects.” —Jason Graham, Director of Product — School Curriculum at Summit Ministries, https://www.summit.org/
“Tisha Martin’s profile says so much about her but not enough, in my opinion. What makes her tick is easily found in her personal disposition to her work and commitment to the success of her clients. I’d recommend her to anyone that desires the services of a professional and at the same time needs one who relates as a friend. I’d always want to work with Tisha.” —Patrick Lumumba Philemon, Author of What Think Ye of Christ? Reflections on The Excellence of Jesus
“Tish did an excellent job with my manuscript. She showed me the strengths and weaknesses of my story and suggested ways to improve it. Her keen editorial eye greatly improved my novel.” —John M. Cunningham, Jr., Author of The Turfmen and the Prodigal: A Story of Old Mobile
“Not only did Tisha give constructive criticism but she was also positive throughout the feedback given . . . I don’t know if she realizes how much her words have touched me. When I doubt my ability as a writer, it’s words of encouragement like this that really help me so thank you for that. It means a lot.” —Kristena T., fiction contest entrant