Bestselling Book Editor

"Caroline is a master at clear and constructive criticism that doesn’t sting while it honestly reveals what readers demand. I highly recommend her." - Paul Markun

"Caroline's attention to detail and candid comments improved my writing skills ten fold. She's a seasoned veteran who knows technique in and out. Her ability to provide patient, thoughtful guidance and motivation kept me going through sticky times. I'm lucky to have her as an editor." (On file with network coordinator)

"Caroline is superb at her job. I could not have asked for more in a consultant. Not only did she offer technical/content help, she is very approachable, answers emails quickly, and is very honest. Her directness about my work was handled in a manner that made me want to do better. I have asked Caroline to continue working with me already on the next phase of the project. Her intelligence and ability to see items in my work that needed to be addressed was beyond my expectations." (On file with network coordinator)

"Book evaluation and developmental editing: “Caroline is an amazing coach, teacher, and editor. I feel fortunate to have found her through your website. I hired her initially to evaluate the first half of my manuscript. She did an amazing job, and through her recommendations, the main characters and primary plot are finally coming to life. She has been extremely supportive and encouraging, especially on the days when I am frustrated with my writing. Thanks to her, I’m still in the game. I highly recommend her!” - Elizabeth Martin

“Caroline was exactly the editor I needed. Someone who could see all the little pieces that needed to connect to push my work into the next exciting level.” (On file with network coordinator.)

“As soon as I heard Caroline was editing free-lance, I scrambled to contact her with a request to edit my first book in a new series. Her extensive (and need I say ‘impressive’?) background and list of successful authors is proof she knows what she’s doing. She’s a dream to communicate with—fast and honest—and I always felt she was on my level. As a published author of 16 books, I was honored to have her in my camp.” - Frankie Astuto, The Spyglass Project (Book One, Secret Six series)"Caroline did a great job of helping me see where my novel needed work, and she was prompt in her feedback. I was looking for an experienced editor who could explain where the book’s deficiencies were, without any sugarcoating, and that’s what she did. As a first time author, her valuable assistance helped to give my book needed direction." (On file with network coordinator)

"Before I became a client of Caroline, I was concerned that such a highly qualified editor would be so far out of my league that I wouldn't be able to benefit from her great experience, or that she would be impatient dealing with a writer at my level. Fortunately, I was wrong on both counts. She triggered something in me through her thoughtful analysis and insightful suggestions that I know has helped me improve my writing to a very large degree. I am thoroughly pleased to be working with her. She has my highest recommendation." - C. J. Hoffman

“Caroline was great. I’m very new to the world of writing, and she held my hand each step of the way. She gave me great advice which will hopefully lead to a great book!” - Tommie Bennett

"Caroline was exactly what I needed. She is awesome! There is no substitute for a professional editorial eye. Her experience is gold." (Contact info on request)

"Caroline was very prompt and helpful re: the feedback on the manuscript, as well as on the submission letter. She is currently helping me find an agent, for which I am grateful." (On file with network coordinator.)

"Caroline was very helpful and had great ideas about improving. She gave me the real scoop in a professional and ssensitive manner though I have more work to do. It will be a better product in the end." -Bill Sanders

"I was in need of an experienced developmental editor to take my book to the next level. Caroline's feedback was spot-on and exactly what I was looking for. I had originally planned on spending much less on an editor and was nervous about paying so much money, but what I got was worth the cost. She didn't try to re-write anything, for which I was grateful, she just pointed out how I could get more out of my characters and scenes. I think my future writing projects will also be better because of this process.

As for the network, it was great. Fast, efficient, and it put me in touch with the right people. I got responses from two editors within the day and was able to chose the one who fit my needs best." -- Isabel Morin

"Mired in a thick plot, I sought Caroline's assistance. Understanding what I wanted to accomplish, she skillfully guided me through a demanding revise. As a result of our partnership, I now have the novel I envisioned. Caroline has remarkable insight into character development and the intricacies of plotting. She simply knows story structure. Suggesting rather than insisting, available after the last page has left her hand, Caroline T. is a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend her services."—Alex Austin

"My writing was winning and finaling in many, if not most of the prestigious publishing industry contests (a partial list of my contest track record is available on my website www.tinaradcliffe.com) but I could not sell. I hired Caroline T. to show me how to take my novels to the next level. Thanks to her reccomendations on a particular manuscript, that story was then reviewed by a NY Times best-selling author who was so impressed she referred me to her agent. At that point I became agented and sold my first novel. There is no doubt in my mind that this was due to Caroline's guidance, which advanced my skills." Tina Radcliffe

"I hired Caroline T to edit one of my first manuscripts, and cannot overstate the value of the service she provided. What I appreciated most about Ms. T was she did not tell me what I wanted to hear, but what I needed to hear to mature as a writer. Her comments and suggestions strengthened not only the manuscript she edited, but those I have written since. In addition, Ms. T did not simply hand my manuscript back with her comments, but continued to answer questions and provide valuable input months after the edited manuscript was returned to me. I highly recommend Caroline T for any editorial project." - Kirsten Arnold

"Caroline T. is an excellent editor whose professional evaluation and feedback not only improved the manuscript she edited, but also improved my writing and self-editing overall. She has a great talent for understanding the story and showing a writer how to bring out the best in any project. A first-class professional with industry knowledge. Highly recommended!" MaryLee Woods

"Caroline is an exceptional editor. She is fast, wonderful to work with, and has an incredible talent for bringing out the best in a writer. She is adept at all sorts of writing. And like a great orchestra conductor, Caroline can help a writer see what needs more emphasis and where a character or plot needs to be revised." - Jill Shure

"For earlier versions of both of my novels (FOOD AND WORRY and SIX WORDS), I benefited from Caroline T's critiquing and copy-editing. In addition, she was generous with advice and suggestions as I navigated my literary agent search. I wholeheartedly recommend her. Caroline helps writers to make book projects less scary, and most importantly, she has integrity, good intuition, and a sense of humor." - Becky Wolsk

"Caroline T is a seasoned editor who takes the care and time to evaluate the work. After I incorporated her suggested changes to my work, she re-read it at no extra cost to me. (If I could've checked four boxes above, I'd have also checked "good value.") I consider Caroline's input and suggestions invaluable!" - Ann Roth

" was in need of an experienced developmental editor to take my book to the next level. Caroline's feedback was spot-on and exactly what I was looking for. I had originally planned on spending much less on an editor and was nervous about paying so much money, but what I got was worth the cost. She didn't try to re-write anything, for which I was grateful, she just pointed out how I could get more out of my characters and scenes. I think my future writing projects will also be better because of this process." Tara Gorvine

"Caroline is a professional editor whose evaluation is geared to turn a manuscript into a best-selling novel. She's focused and easy to work with. If you want the best, contact Caroline T" - Joyce Brennan

"Caroline gave me quick, professional, New-York level editing on a book I needed assessed to see if it was worthy of publication. Her feedback is invaluable and well worth the cost. While working in New York, she had a reputation at her publisher for being part of the reason so many writers became NYT bestsellers." - Theresa Meyers

"I hired Caroline T on two projects to see if I was going in the right direction. Her comments that I was as well as her input on what I might do differently, have made a significant impact not only in my writing but in my confidence as a writer. Too often people think they hire a book editor simply to fix things. I hired Caroline because of her background in the industry and I wanted to make sure my books were ready to submit. Fortunately, she said that was the case. Money well spent." - Donnell Bell

"Caroline's editing skills were first-rate. She was very professional in her critique and her comments were very helpful." - Alan Behr (Network Client)

"A good editor is counselor, advocate, guide, parent, friend, and teacher. Caroline was my editor at Atria Books, a division of Pocket Books. With her determined guidance, I published three novels that were well-received, and of which I am still very proud. Writing isn't done in a vacuum. Good writing is dependent upon the close relationship of an author with a professional editor. Caroline helped me to hone my writing skills - where I might have thought the story was being told well, she pointed out where it wasn't. When I went off the rails, she set me back on track. When it was good, she was a cheerleader. Caroline held me to a high standard; and, in exchange, she shepherded my books through the publication process and out into the world. Any writer who is serious about his or her work would be lucky to have Caroline as an editor. She is professional, knowledgeable, and dedicated to working with writers to achieve their goals. I count myself incredibly blessed to have been one of Caroline's authors."
Susan Wilson, NY Times bestselling author of One Good Dog

"Working with Caroline on my first two books was the finest gift a new author could ever receive! Her passion, drive and eye for detail has made her a buzz word in the industry. She's a delight to work with, a "must have" for writers who want to see their work truly shine." - Dawn Miller, author of The Journal of Callie Wade and Letters to Callie

"Caroline T. and I worked together as an author/editor team for a dozen years.  She is, by far, the finest editorial partner I've ever had the good fortune to work with-- a partner in the truest sense.  Her commitment extends beyond the novels to the authors themselves.  Her instincts about how to make the book the best it can be are dead-on, and her willingness and abilities to achieve that end (without making the author feel that the book is no longer his/her own) are amazing.  She has experience in a broad range of genres, and she puts that experience to work whole-heartedly.  There is no one I would more strongly recommend to you if you want to make your book the best it can be, and if you want the best chances of becoming published or further published!" -- NY Times bestselling author, Andrea Kane

Having Caroline T. as an editor was a pleasure, and I'm a better writer because of our work together. Caroline has the rare ability to get inside a writer's vision, always with an eye toward improving the book. She's straightforward, she listens and she loves books -- all pluses in an editor!"
New York Times bestselling author Carla Neggers