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Hello! I'm Kourtney Schmiedeke, the owner and sole editor of Heartfelt Editorial Services LLC. 🌟 Experience: With over 24 years of writing experience and more than a year of dedicated editing expertise, I specialize in fiction editing with a focus on empathy and preserving the author's voice. My love for books, writing, and language, combined with a passion for helping others, drives me to support authors in creating their best work. Editing Services I Offer: •Line Editing •Copyediting •Proofreading Writing Feedback Services: •Editorial Critique Reviews •Alpha Reading •Beta Reading Additional Roles: • Writing Judge: Honored to serve as a permanent Writing Judge for the Saturday Writers- a Chapter of the Missouri Writers Guild and a Non-profit corporation supporting the writing community. I BELIEVE THAT: Editing is a delicate balance of honesty and empathy. At Heartfelt Editorial Services LLC, I prioritize preserving the author's voice while providing compassionate and insightful feedback, empowering writers to tell their stories authentically. Avid Reader & Reviewer: As an avid reader and book reviewer, my favorite genres include romance, fantasy, paranormal and children books. I immerse myself in diverse literary worlds, continually enriching my understanding of what makes a story captivating. My Client Testimonials: "Knows her stuff, reasonable rates, works well with everyone." "Transformative experience. Kourtney’s thoughtful read led me to dream and keep writing." "Invaluable support and guidance. Exceptional beta reader." "Kourtney’s feedback was detailed and insightful. She truly helped me elevate my manuscript." "Her encouragement and constructive criticism were exactly what I needed to push forward." "Great feedback on character development. Honest feedback on specific concerns." Get in touch: Connect with me on LinkedIn or visit my website at heartfelteditorialservicesllc.com to learn more about how I can support your editing needs with empathy and expertise.