Editing Services

About

Your Editor & Writer:


 
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Soliz Mayer

Founder of Sol Productions

BA in Creative Writing from Warren Wilson College

Certificates in Editing & Screenwriting from the University of Washington

Freelance writer and editor for Blue Ocean Global Technology and Girl Power Talk

Editorial Freelancers Association member

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Why I do what I do

I believe that stories are one of the best ways to learn how people choose to be, consciously or unconsciously (and our unconscious usually has the biggest guiding hand). Reading, writing, and watching great narratives has been the safe space for me to learn about others and myself. I love re-consuming stories on the page or the screen because I notice how I grow and change: do I still like this character? Do I still identify with them? Do I sympathize more with characters I disliked the first time around? Studying narratives has made me more patient, compassionate, and imaginative. When we lean into other people’s experiences (fictional or not) we can do the work of recognizing what triggers or empowers us. What resonates with us. Authors always- always- put part of themselves into their work, and readers will respond to that, whether the note is discordant or not. I love stories, and I believe in their power to connect, illuminate, and heal.

TL;DR I eat books for breakfast, comics for lunch, and animation for dinner.


What clients have to say about working with me!

Soliz is pleasant to work with!  She is prompt and responsive. Her intuitive traits make for a great Developmental Editor- she’s very thorough.  Her guidance on all aspects of editing gave me a lot of confidence as a writer.

- Betty Dixson

Soliz has been absolutely wonderful to work with at every stage of the process and I am so glad that I found her! She provides clear communication about capabilities and expectations from the outset and that has always been very appreciated. She has worked with me to tailor the level of work around my budget, and she gave me a realistic response as to how she could help within that budget. I really appreciate her integrity, professionalism, and clear communication. Would highly recommend Soliz to anyone looking to elevate their work and take it to the next level. 

- Nicole Danbom

Soliz has a deep understanding of the art of writing. Not only did she improve the clarity, flow, and mechanics of the writing, she offered deeply insightful suggestions. She was sensitive to my unique writing style and did not try to alter the overall tone. Her fee was more than reasonable. My only regret is not finding her sooner.

- Annette Sandoval

“Our website had been long due for an overhaul, and Soliz was very quick at narrowing in on what was necessary to impart to the public, as well as expanding the areas we were lacking information in.”

- P.H.