James Persichetti
Lost Hat Editorial Services
Developmental Editor
Writing Coach
Developmental Edit
Beta reading, developmental editing, and intensive story editing.
Queries and Submissions
Query and submission reviews from someone who read at a top agency.
Coaching and Mentoring
Story coaching for writers looking to turn an idea into a commercial novel.
Lost Hat Editorial Services, LLC
My goal as an editor is to understand your vision for your book and help you make the story the best it can be. Writing is a collaborative process, but ultimately it comes down to what you, the author, want for your story.
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I worked for over three years as a submissions reader and foreign rights coordinator at Nelson Literary Agency, one of the top agencies in the industry. I read over 1,200 query letters a month and saw firsthand what makes or breaks a submission, which books sold for big money, and which books didn't quite measure up. I want to use my knowledge of story craft and what I learned about the industry to help authors hone their craft and get closer to achieving their publishing dreams.
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I have presented workshops on story craft and structure at major writing conferences, including Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers, Pikes Peak Writers, and Denver Fan Expo.
Contact
Email: James@LostHatEditorial.com
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If you are interested in working with me, please email me with the following:
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Brief description of your project, including genre and word count
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What services you are looking for from me
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Any pitch materials, including a query letter and synopsis, if you already have them prepared
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10-50 page writing sample from your book to help me assess your project
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I will likely have some follow-up questions to help me better understand your project and your publishing goals. Prices are based on your writing sample, length of your project, and level of services you are looking for. Prices are agreed upon up front before I begin work–I don't want anyone unsure of how much something is going to cost before they commit! Please know that my time is limited and I am selective about the projects that I take on.
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If you have any other inquiries, you can reach me at James@LostHatEditorial.com.