Lightning Flash Writing

Getting the right feedback is crucial to honing your flash fiction piece, short story, or manuscript. My fiction feedback services offer an in-depth, honest assessment of your work, aimed at helping you take your work to the next level before it’s shared with editors, agents, or readers.

With publishing experience at Scholastic, Rowman & Littlefield (now Bloomsbury), and various independent presses, I’ve gained a deep understanding of the industry.

As an editor for Flash Fiction Magazine, Intrepidus Ink, and Forget Cool, I know what catches an editor’s eye and how to make a story stand out.

I’ve also honed my craft through writing and editing workshops with renowned authors like Richard Bausch, Alan Cheuse, Kathy Fish, Sarah Freligh, Cary Holladay, Matt Kendrick, Susan Shreve, Nancy Stohlman, and others. These experiences have given me valuable insight into the writing and revision process, helping me offer constructive feedback to refine your work.

As an experienced writer and editor across multiple genres, I provide more than just a reader’s perspective—I offer actionable insights on key elements of your work, such as:

• Plot Development: Does your story flow logically? Are there plot holes or inconsistencies? I’ll evaluate the structure of your story, from the inciting incident to the resolution, ensuring the pacing keeps readers hooked and the plot unfolds naturally.
• Characterization: Are your characters relatable and well-developed? Do they have clear motivations and compelling arcs? I’ll assess whether your protagonists, antagonists, and supporting characters feel authentic and contribute meaningfully to the story.
• Pacing and Flow: Does the story maintain momentum, or are there slow sections that might lose a reader’s attention? I’ll offer feedback on the rhythm of your narrative, ensuring that the highs and lows of your story are balanced to keep readers engaged.
• Dialogue: Is your dialogue realistic and in tune with your characters? I’ll evaluate whether the conversations feel organic and if they contribute to the development of characters and plot.
• Tone and Style: Does your writing style match the genre and intended audience? I’ll give feedback on the consistency of your tone, whether you’re aiming for a light-hearted, fast-paced adventure or a deep, introspective narrative.

My goal is to deliver clear, constructive feedback that respects your vision while offering ways to strengthen your story. You’ll receive a detailed report that breaks down what’s working and where improvements could be made, as well as overall thoughts on the piece’s potential.

Whether you’re a first-time writer or a seasoned author, this can be a vital step in polishing your work and gaining valuable insights from a professional perspective before final edits or submission.

Let’s make sure your story is the best it can be!