Seize the cow
A woman-LGBTQI-neurodiverse writing coach and beta editor, who can help you create astounding pieces of writing.
What coaching and Beta Critiquing can do for you
Specialization
- Women authors/issues
- LGBTQI authors/issues
- Autism/ADHD
- playwriting and dramatic structure
- writing theory
- non-traditional structure
Solutions
I won't just point out troubled areas needing attention. I will help you work through solutions, no matter how many drafts.
Discussion
One of the most important elements of creative growth is discussion of a variety of topics, but most specifically your particular interests.
Beta Critique
I will read for story structure, themes, character development, sensitivity, genre, and other elements.
What I have to offer
Editing/study packages can be tweaked as needed. Please contact me if you have any questions. Visit the coaching page for more info.
Creative Writing Coaching
$75.00/month
Write a story and receive specialized coaching along the way.
10,000 words
$150/month: Beta reading with coaching$100/month: Beta reading without coaching
Up to 50,000 words
$300/month: Beta reading with coaching
$250/month: Beta reading without coaching
Unlimited Words
$500.00/month
A full critique or Beta reading of a full-length novel or several small projects of unlimited lengths. Specialized coaching is also included at no extra charge.
Testimonials
In my brief time working with Margie Pignataro as an editor, I’ve found her to be unusually good at finding opportunities in my own text that I’d missed. This is what you want from an editor. Not just copy editing but knowing what you want out of your work and helping you achieve it, finding strategies to make it more of what you want it to be. She’s really good at this.
Orion K.
From the first tale I sent her, Margie has proven herself as an invaluable asset to my writing. I've worked with writing groups for years and seen numerous critique styles, but Margie has a unique talent for delving deeply into a story, identifying critical pieces, and asking important questions. Her excellent communication skills and focused advice, centered on my personal style, have driven me to achieve a higher level of polish.
Kurt H.
From her very first comment on my short story draft, I could tell Margie knew what she was talking about when it came to a story. She gave specific, directed advice that helped me tighten the prose and the story as a whole. At one point she pointed out the stakes and motivation seemed too low in my draft, and this spurred me to add a whole new layer to a subplot that considerably enhanced the emotional stakes and clarity. Thanks to her help, I have my first story acceptance and couldn't be happier. I highly recommend her services to other aspiring storytellers.
L. J.
Margie gave excellent advice and coaching. Working from just a short story of mine, she was able to highlight both my strengths and areas that would benefit from additional attention. She posed thought-provoking questions that pushed me to delve more deeply into my characters' mindsets and development, as well as flesh out themes that would further enrich the piece. I appreciated her drawing my attention to a piece of work by another author to show additional ways the story and the writing itself could have played out. Her analysis and encouragement have made me more confident in moving forward with my writing, giving me more direction and focus to grow as a writer.
Adam M.
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