Whether you hope to self publish or get published in the traditional way, I can help you make your story the best it can be. I offer in-person consultations and tutoring for writers at all stages of the process, and online editing services. I have worked with clients looking to get started on a writing project, and others polishing a final draft of their manuscript. I’ve worked with novelists, memoirists and picture book writers. My youngest writing student was just eight years old, and my oldest in her eighties.

If you love to write, then an editor is an essential resource. I take the time to learn about your goals and dreams, and empower you to achieve them. If you have an idea for a project, but you don’t know where to begin, I can help. If you have a project underway, but you’re floundering, I can get you back on track. Or perhaps you have finished the all-important first draft, and now you are looking to polish your manuscript. If that’s the case, I can help with story structure, pacing, character motivation and more.

If you are seeking an editor, tell me more about your project, and I’ll let you know what I can do to help.

Client Reviews:

“It was such a pleasure to work with Julie on my books. Her encouragement and edits really inspired me as a writer. Julie is a keen editor and instructor and I learned so much from her comments.

The advice Julie offered me was significant, and each session with her furthered my project, teaching me how to appeal to publishers and how to make my text come alive. Julie suggested ways to further develop my stories and I progressed rapidly with the help of her excellent edits and instruction. Each time we work together I feel my drafts become stronger, and I am eager for our next sessions together. I can’t thank Julie enough for her invaluable editorial support.”  
– Rosalie M., children’s writer/musician

“Julie Hartley is a brilliant writing coach! Over the past year, she has been guiding me through the process of turning my raw material into a well-structured piece. Julie gives expert feedback that feels spot on and always inspires me to take the next steps forward.” – Lauren O’Brien, writer/actor

To read more reviews, and to find out more about my editing services, visit my Facebook page – @centauriwritingretreats