Testimonials

What do I look for in an editor? A commitment to meeting deadlines – every time, and feedback for our writers on how to make pieces better in the future. In Lloyd, I have someone looking out for our editorial integrity while finding ways to encourage our writers. Everybody wins!

Whether I’m having a writerly crisis of faith or need a quick proofread, I go to Lloyd. He’s great at identifying big-picture issues, brainstorming solutions, and doing quick line edits. I appreciate that he’s honest with his opinions, but always kind. Most importantly—he asks the right questions to push you to be a better writer.

Editors must wear many hats. They must be able to see those wayward mistakes. They must be able to catch tonal shifts and the loose threads of a rambling writer. They must be able to honestly and firmly tell you their opinion on a work. I have never worked with or met with anyone who wears these hats better than LTT Editorial Services. Knowing that your written work is going under the eyes and knife of an editor is terrifying but never once was I led in the wrong direction. My writing was vastly improved every time I received my work back and it always remained my work.

Not only do I recommend LTT Editorial Services but I urge anyone willing to wield the pen to use them as you write, whatever you write. It will only improve your work which in the end is all us writers want.”

I have known and worked with Lloyd for more than eight years.  On every project I have seen Lloyd work on, he brings a sense of focus and professionalism that is simply unmatched.  Lloyd is able to edit and proof-read with extreme accuracy.  In addition, on a personal note, Lloyd is incredibly kind-hearted and brings a sense of joy and charm with him wherever he goes.  I strongly recommend using one of Lloyd’s services.

I had the privilege of working with Lloyd for 2 years, during which time I witnessed firsthand his dedication to precise, quality editing.  Lloyd excels at helping you craft any type of written work, from business letters to policy memos to dystopian novels.  He works with you to capture your desired tone and focus while polishing the technical and grammatical aspects of your piece.  Lloyd has extensive editing experience (both professional and academic) and has worked with a variety of clients to achieve a wide range of editorial goals.  If you’re looking for a dedicated, professional, and experienced editor, I cannot recommend Lloyd highly enough.

Working with LTT Editorial Services took the stress out of publishing my book. Lloyd is a fantastic communicator. He walked me through exactly what the process would look like ahead of time, and he was absolutely on-target with the timeline. When I fell behind on my proposed schedule for making edits, he came to the rescue with lightning-fast turn-around and a flexible approach so that I could get out the best version of the book in the time remaining.

Lloyd is a thoughtful reader who picks up on the most important details. He pointed out places in my MS where my voice and tone were inconsistent. He also helped me make key decisions about the terminology I used for my nonfiction book, with an eye to my business brand, my target audience, and the scope of the book. Lloyd’s edits and suggestions helped me see some “bad habits” I’ve developed in my writing. To me, that is the mark of a truly great editor: He not only makes your MS sound better, he helps you develop your craft and hone your voice. I highly recommend Lloyd to other authors. He’s not only knowledgeable and skilled at editing, formatting, and proofreading, he is a calming presence. And when you’re in the final stages of getting a book out, that makes a big difference!

Lloyd wants to see you succeed and it shows in his feedback. His comments are always on point, noting both strengths and areas for improvement. I’m forever impressed in how Lloyd picks up (unintentional) connections and symbolism in the stories to build on, making the finished product so much more layered than I could achieve on my own. He views the story through a different lens, bringing a new perspective and helping me elevate the draft to the next level. Lloyd’s notes get me excited to jump back into the manuscript and stretch my writing beyond what I thought was possible.

The personal attention Lloyd gives to each manuscript/wrtier is my favorite part of working with him. I’ve had other editors in the past who didn’t want any further communication than their comments in my document. Lloyd provides the opportunity to go over comments and edits face-to-face using Zoom to make sure my questions were answered. His editing style improves my manuscript while still allowing me to maintain my voice. I plan on keeping this one!

When I first reached out to Lloyd about doing a Developmental Edit on my
book, I was nervous. I was familiar with copyediting, but never the
rigorous, red-lined nightmare I had come to associate with a dev edit.
But, I knew I needed it. So, I turned over my manuscript and waited with
bated breath.

What I received was not the red-lined nightmare I expected. It was a
thoughtful and logical approach to my story, looking at everything from
pacing, to character development, and even addressing some of my own
concerns specifically that I had voiced. Lloyd also offered me a
follow-up Skype call to address anything new that came up, and I did
take him up on it.

Lloyd followed me, my process, and my book through to the end. Without
his help, it wouldn’t be the book it is today.

I really enjoyed working with Lloyd as my proofreader on a few books in my latest series.  He was reasonably priced, thorough in his attention to the proofread, and always available for feedback or questions.