Kendra Hoey’s debut novel, The Panhandle Predicament, finds recent retiree to the Florida Panhandle Trina Scotsdale thrust into the middle of a cold-case mystery after discovering a skeleton in the woods while out for a walk with her dog. It was a pleasure to work with Kendra on the book, which has been met with tremendous reader reviews. A sequel is already in the works.
“Elizabeth and I have worked together on five books, and I’m looking forward to number six. Not only does she know the ins and outs of style, she’s great at working with the tone of my writing, which ensures her feedback is spot-on. If you work with Elizabeth, you’ll be in great hands.” — Lee Maguire
“Would you sell your soul for an ice cream van? As Danny struggles to keep his ice cream van on the road he meets Stan, a mysterious stranger, at a crossroads at midnight. Spitting in his palm, Stan shakes on a deal with Danny to fix up Nellie, Danny’s rusty, vintage, ice cream van. And so, Danny’s life improves dramatically, but a few years on he can no longer face the daily routine of endless cheerful customers and excellent profits. Seeking supernatural advice, Danny learns there is a solution, but can he fulfill the task to free himself from Stan and break his contract?” 
“Elizabeth’s editing skills are truly exceptional. Her perceptive comments and ability to understand my vision for the story help me to trust my voice and instincts. Her suggestions are always spot-on and help to elevate my manuscripts. I also appreciate the support she provides after every edit—answering questions and serving as a springboard for ideas. I highly recommend her services to any author looking to take their work to the next level.” — Ryan Rivers
Today is the start of Banned Books Week.
“Banned Books Week (BBW) is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read and the importance of the First Amendment. Held during the last week of September, BBW highlights the benefits of free and open access to information while drawing attention to the harms of censorship by spotlighting actual or attempted banning of books across the United States.
“I’m incredibly grateful to have found Elizabeth and her editing expertise. I worked with her on two manuscripts, and each time, her feedback was candid, insightful, and constructive. Elizabeth’s attention to detail is exceptional, and I trust my work is in the best hands with her. She doesn’t just provide edits and send me on my way; she encourages questions and fosters ongoing discussions, and her thoughtful responses have helped guide me. Thanks to Elizabeth, I’ve grown significantly as a writer.” — Jessica Carrasquillo
“I discovered Elizabeth online, and I am ever happy I did! Elizabeth is a critical thinker and has a vast knowledge of genre structures and expectations. In her developmental edit report on my manuscript, she went over both the strengths she saw as well as areas for improvement, and made specific suggestions for how I could tighten up my writing. I appreciated her honesty. After I read her report, she responded to my questions and supported me beyond the publishing of my book. The whole process went smoothly, and I plan to employ her for my next book.” – Melissa D. MacKinnon
