Client Reviews
Dori Sz said,
★★★★★
Ariane has been a wonderful help. I approached her with a rather unusual project; I needed to choose a translator for my book (from its original, a rather small and obscure language, to English) and I needed expert advice since I'm not a native English-speaker. I was really happy to find Ariane flexible and helpful, even though the request was not a regular task of an editor. But she gave me great advice, in form of a review of the translated samples, explaining and highlighting both flaws and strengths of each translator. Her pointing out common mistakes helped me prepare for the full process later on, and her recommendations/ranking the translators supported my final decision. Now, looking back, I couldn't have chosen better (my translator is a blessing to have), and I have Ariane to thank for it.
– Dori Sz, New Adult Fantasy Author
Kim Gerstenschlager said,
★★★★★
After working on my first novel off and on for eight years, I knew it was time to get some professional guidance. My developmental edit with Ground Crew Editorial exceeded my expectations! I’m not a professional writer nor do I have an English degree background, so getting a developmental edit was like having a master class for my own book.
Ariane met with me at the beginning of the project to understand my goals as well as to identify areas to focus her attention. She gave me a detailed check-in after the first week, which put me at ease while I awaited the feedback. I’m so pleased with the specific comments she left in the manuscript, but the real treasure is the editorial letter.
Ariane meticulously analyzed the character arcs, themes, and plot, as well as the worldbuilding and genre expectations of my novel. She provided ideas and actionable next steps to consider to make my story the best it can be.
This was the first time anyone had ever read my manuscript, so I was anxious awaiting the feedback. Ariane showcased my strengths while identifying areas of growth. We were able to meet at the end of the project as well. We discussed the story, gave me opportunities to ask questions, and helped me map out what to do next.
As a new writer, this whole experience has been incredibly valuable and well worth the investment. I can’t wait to work Ground Crew Editorial in the future.
– Kim Gerstenschlager, YA Sci-Fi Author
Lindsay Eland said,
★★★★★
“Ariane is amazing! I was looking to get overall feedback on the main elements of my story and a few key character relationships.
She gave me such a constructive, helpful, thorough and thoughtful critique that I not only feel hopeful in my manuscript and sending it off to my agent, but also empowered now that I see what is working and not working in my story.
HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend and well worth every dime! And I will definitely be going to Ariane again!”
— Lindsay Eland
J. C. said,
★★★★★
“I was interested in getting the grammar edited and obtaining some structural criticism on a short story, and Ariane's editing skills are both fast and in-depth.
Not only did she make grammatical edits, but she suggested some structural and pacing changes and presented me with a number of questions about the characters and the world they live in that I might want to address in the story itself, questions that readers might ask.
Ariane's in-depth analysis was one of the best things about her work.”
— J. C., Sci-Fi Short Story Author