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Hi I'm seeking a skilled science fiction novelist to help craft a compelling narrative about two worlds. The story is in 3 parts so far, all of which are grounded to stories my father used to make up for me as a child, and stories I read back to him at his bedside in hospital. I made a promise to publish them, but I need an editor. My novel revolves around: - Two worlds: One is dying, and the inhabitants are searching for a new, habitable world. - Resources - Settlement of population on other worlds - Dying Queen - genealogy search to find a cure - Starship search for new world - Multiple portals to the moving starship, and eventually to a temporary world, whilst repairs to the starship is carried out - Romance - Choices of life or death - My characters learn and grow and achieve their goals - My novels are illustrated drawing the creatures, showing what they look like - My creatures are a mishmash from animals, insects etc that live on earth, but are more human size The age group is possibly 8 years old onwards Ideal skills and experience: - Proven track record in writing science fiction novels - Strong world-building abilities - Experience in developing complex characters and plots - Ability to weave in themes of resource competition and survival
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Hi, Your story has a really personal heart behind it and I respect the promise you made to publish it. I can help you shape the 3 parts you already have into a clear, compelling novel while keeping your voice and the meaning behind it. My approach would be to first read your existing draft and notes, then create a clean story map for the two worlds, the starship and portals, the dying Queen genealogy thread, and the romance arc. After that I will do a full developmental edit to tighten pacing, strengthen character growth, and make sure the stakes and choices land well for your target age range. Then I will line edit for clarity, tone, and consistency. Timeline depends on word count, but for a full edit of an early draft I can usually deliver the first structured feedback within five to seven days, then revisions in the following week. Portfolio https://www.freelancer.com/u/Humaumair12 Regards, Huma
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As a versatile writer with extensive experience in creative writing, editing, and romance writing, I am confident that my skill set aligns perfectly with your Sci-Fi novel project. Crafting narratives that are imaginative, relatable, and suitable for various age groups has always been my forte. I understand the sentimental value and personal significance that your novel holds, being a product of cherished memories with your father. For me, storytelling is about touching emotions and leaving a lasting impact on readers' hearts, which is why I guarantee to infuse those same heartfelt experiences into your work. Moreover, my ability to build rich worlds with complex characters and plots will greatly complement the elements of resource competition, survival, and genealogy search in your novel. Adding to that, I have proficiency in dealing with intricate matters of choice and growth - concepts pivotal to the development of moral dilemmas in science fiction stories like yours. And yes, incorporating illustrations of the unique creatures populating your world can be beautifully executed by my graphic design skills. Grab this chance to elevate the heartwarming tale born out of love into an unforgettable reading experience for both children (8 years onwards) and adults alike! Busily looking forward to hearing from you soon!
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Hello, I can help refine and edit your sci-fi novel, enhancing world-building, character development, and plot flow while preserving the heart of your story and illustrations. Lets Press chat to proceed further discussion. Truly, Zainy!
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Hello! What a meaningful project, and a beautiful promise to your father. We are a team of writers and editors who specialize in bringing rich science fiction worlds to life, especially for younger readers. With 62 professionals and over 9 years of storytelling experience, we can help you honor those stories. Here's how we can help: - Edit and refine your three-part narrative, strengthening the world-building of the dying planet and the starship search while preserving your father's original tales. - Develop your characters' growth, the romance, and the high-stakes choices to ensure they are compelling for your target age group (8+). - Provide guidance on integrating the illustrations of your unique creatures seamlessly with the text. To best understand the scope, could you share the total word count of your three parts? We are ready to begin this collaborative and important editorial journey with you.
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