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Address
P.O. Box 928, Petaluma, CA 94953
Phone
(707) 762-3208
Email
sbono@tiny-lights.com
"What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us."
Ralph Waldo Emerson
A good editor gives you at least two extra eyes—one in the center of your forehead that stays focused on your literary vision; one in the back of your head for tracking details and keeping your bases covered.
In my former career as a high school English teacher and in my current work as a writer’s group facilitator, workshop presenter, editor, and small press publisher, I’ve been helping writers improve their vision for more than 20 years. I enjoy every type of editing project, but specialize in facilitating you and your fiction, essays, and memoir.
Literary Services
Editing & Coaching
For inquiry or quotes, please see contact info above
The Flat Rate Edit
For short pieces (3,000 words or less), I offer a flat rate edit. $75.00 includes margin notes and an in-depth written analysis, with emphasis on practical suggestions. In these "essay intensives," I am often able to help writers identify and break through patterns that have been limiting the scope of their work. Hard copy or email submissions okay, but please query first.
Endorsements
- Patricia Harrelson, essayist, Community College instructor, Jamestown, CA:
"We who keep scribbling are blessed by the likes of you who scribble on our work."
- Judith Ryan Hendricks, author of Bread Alone (Morrow, 2001), Isabel's Daughter (June 2003) and Baker's Apprentice (2005). www.judihendricks.com:
"Susan, thanks for showing me why God created editors."
- Rebecca Lawton, author of Reading Water: Lessons from the River (Capitol Books, 2002). www.becca.lawton.net:
An accomplished writer in her own right, Susan is a superlative editor as well: incisive, sensitive, tactful, and respectful of the author's unique voice. Her light, sure touch only improved my work. The literary conversation we had while revising my essay "Faith in the Dry Season" not only led to a deeper understanding of the piece but to a Pushcart Prize nomination. Beg, borrow, barter--do anything you can to raise the funds to work with her. You'll be glad you did!"
- Alla Crone, author of East Lies the Sun , Winds over Manchuria , North of the Moon , Legacy of Amber , Rodina and Maxim. www.allacrone.com:
"After writing for years and publishing six books, I have never had such in-depth help as I did from Susan Bono. My only regret is that I didn't meet her earlier! Her critique was detailed, meticulous, not only in regard to the theme and structure of my current book, but also the grammar and lazy writing. For that I am eternally grateful. In short, she didn't let me get away with anything, and yet her comments were tactful and kind. My next manuscript is going to her as soon as I finish my first draft."
Classes and Events
Literary conferences, fairs, meetings, and courses
No events or classes are currently scheduled. Please check back soon!No events or classes are currently scheduled. Please check back soon!
Past Highlights
Highlights of 2011
WriteWays to Happiness: A Writing Retreat w/ Susan Bono & Joan Zerrien
October 7--9
WriteWays to Happiness is designed to help us get in touch with our inner wellspring of happiness. Writing prompts, art materials, meditation, prose and poetry, free writing time and group sharing will gently open our hearts to the happiness life offers, and to the happiness we are capable of generating for the benefit of ourselves and others.
Spirit Mountain Retreat Center, Idyllwild, CA.
Speakeasy Literary Saloon w/ Susan & Ransom
Aqus Cafe
2nd & H Streets
Petaluma, CA
October 19, 2011 7-9 p.m.
Admission: $5 (sliding scale)
Gather for a drink, a bite & a feast of words with hosts
Susan Bono & Ransom Stephens
Scheduled Readers TBA
Attn. Writers: Bring a short piece of writing and
enter the drawing for two open mic slots (5 min. each)
Aqus Speakeasy Literary Saloon.
Sonoma County Book Festival
September 24, 10 am--4pm
Old Courthouse Square, Santa Rosa, CA
Attend readings, presentations and book-signings, panel discussions, and other book-inspired activities.
Visit nearly 100 booths and exhibits showcasing independent booksellers and publishers; libraries; cultural, literary, and civic groups; and the media.
See you there!
Socobookfest.org.
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