How can I help you clarify your writing so that it speaks for itself? By focusing on voice and meaning alongside stylistic elements of craft and narrative, I bring a fresh eye to any project and create a practical work-plan towards your very best writing. I am also currently the Editor of Reviews at PRISM international. If you'd like to experience my style as an editor pitch me your idea for an Review or Interview. Editorial Services: -Structural & substantive developmental editing. -Stylistic editing -Manuscript assessment -Sensitivity reading -Copy editing I Edit: - Novels - Short stories - Poetry. Single poems, poetry collections or full-length manuscripts - Creative Nonfiction / CNF - Journalistic articles - Grants - Other: reviews, artist statements, interviews, etc. Don’t be shy to reach out about smaller or less traditional project ideas. Testimonials “Cid V Brunet is a literary editor who goes above and beyond. In the weeks after they edited my novel manuscript, I’ve found an excitement for my project that never before existed to this same intensity, thanks to Cid’s astute structural suggestions, deep attention to all the characters and storylines, abundant encouragement, and willingness to brainstorm through the issues in an editorial call after having already delivered in-depth analysis in writing. Cid located the heart of my novel and, through direct yet gentle guidance, opened up a new and more holistic understanding of plot elements and of my characters in the fullness of their humanity. Not only does Cid attend to what’s on the page, they also pushed me to explore and articulate further along important themes present but not fully realized in the work. Cid’s generative, incisive questions are everything. So is their ability to pinpoint what the manuscript needs on a structural, organizational level. After working on this project for several years, I had lost my footing when it came to order and point of view. Cid put me back on track. Since working with them, the way forward has been clear and actionable. Their editing has transformed my novel-in-progress for the better, and what’s more, they’ve made me feel good about myself, and capable, as an author. I recommend Cid unreservedly and will be hiring them for future literary projects.”
–Margo LaPierre, Editor and author of Washing Off Raccoon Eyes "Trust between a writer and the editor is a sacred thing and I have repeatedly sought Cid as my editor because I wholeheartedly trust them with my work. Cid’s exceptional editing abilities have helped me dig deeper into the subject matter of my work as well as fill in the missing gaps, all of which have helped elevate my work to new levels. As an author, sometimes I can’t see the forest for the trees in my own writing, but Cid has helped me gain a new and fresh perspective time and time again. Their feedback and insight is honest, deeply thoughtful and thorough, as well as respectfully and kindly delivered. It’s always a pleasure communicating with Cid. The best editors also take the time to teach, and in this writer-editor relationship, I continue to grow and learn how to improve my craft. Cid’s commitment to maintaining the integrity of my work, while simultaneously challenging me to dive deeper, is a balance they have mastered. Their eagle-eye attention to detail and the passion they bring to their job as an editor truly sets them apart. I can’t recommend Cid enough. I trust them wholeheartedly because they help me not only make my work "better" but to make it "the best it can be". They're exceptional and truly a diamond in the rough." -Michelle Willms, Author and Editor. "Cid is an exceptional editor who has greatly elevated my poetry as well as my creative nonfiction projects. Whether I’m sending them a ghazal of 10 couplets or a personal essay of 15 pages, their keen attention to detail, expertise with craft elements and language finessing skills are vast and diverse enough to adapt to each new piece. In poetry, where every word must earn its place, Cid has consistently helped me prune excessive wordiness so that the heart of the poem stands out more. When working on historical pieces they’ve helped me establish accuracy and authenticity of voice in diction and syntax particular to a given era and region. Regarding prose, they consider pacing in tandem with the emotional immersion of the reader, pointing out when to ground the reader with concrete sensory details versus when to step back from fraught moments by sharing current insights on past experiences. I particularly appreciate Cid’s ability to identify the emotional core of my works and then engage with me in making that core not only more explicit, but also more potent in nuanced and subtle vs heavy handed ways. No matter what stage of the revision process you’re in, Cid’s dedication, coupled with their unsurpassed work ethic will help shape and refine your work into its fully realized potential." -Léa Taranto. Poet and Writer. |