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"I highly recommend Anita to anyone interested in taking their work to another level." Darian Ward, Author, How to Catch a Mate With the Right Bait www.howtocatchamate.com
To say that I was pleased with the editing services that Anita R. Bunkley provided would be a gross understatement. She was very reasonable with her fees. She was prompt and she was very professional. Thanks to her, I no longer have nightmares of some editor destroying what I worked so hard to create. Michael C. Lee www.authorsden.com/michaelclee
I certainly regard Anita's insight and assistance as a critical part of my initial success as a writer. Thank you for your assistance, Anita. Woody Campbell, author
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Anita is a multi-published author of historical fiction, contemporary fiction and non-fiction with fourteen published works to her credit. She is a member of the Texas Institute of Letters and has been published by major publishing houses such as Penguin USA, HarperCollins, Kensington and Harlequin. Many of her books have appeared in Literary Guild, Doubleday Book Club, Black Expressions Book Club, and on a variety of best-seller lists in both hardcover and paperback.
With so many years invested in the publishing industry, Anita understands the challenges that authors face, whether they are seasoned or novice. For the past six years she has worked with many writers to help them shape their manuscripts for eventual publication. Her editorial services cover story concept assessment, revision consultation, line editing, and proofreading.
She is prompt in her work, has never missed a deadline, pays attention to detail, and is thorough in her assessment of a project. She prefers to edit fiction, creative non-fiction, memoirs, biography, self-help/inspirational. She does not edit poetry or technical works.
Before becoming a full time writer, Anita worked as a teacher of French, Spanish and ESL. She has degrees in both Spanish and French. She is represented by Denise Marcil Literary Agency, Inc. New York, NY. Anita lives in Houston, Texas. www.anitabunkley.com
For writers with a completed manuscript, a work-in-progress and a strong desire to become published.
Tesitmonials:
Your critique, suggestions and comments could very well be
considered a lesson in a novel writing class. Thanks for directing me
toward the right track. Chuck Barnes, author, CHINA MARY
"Anita is a talented writer, researcher, and adept at manuscript evaluation. I was impressed with the results of her work on my manuscript." Marilyn Marshall, Author, SANCTIFIED SISTERS
There comes a time in the writing process when the author's creation must be turned over to a professional. I am so thankful that I turned my manuscript over to Ms. Bunkley. My experience was positive from start to finish. I will use her for all future projects and enthusiastically recommend her to anyone who is looking for editing services. Christine LeVeaux, Author, THEY DANCE ALONE.
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There is nothing like experience. When you have a professional edit your book – you will see results I had my book edited by a couple of friends, including a friend who has been published twice. But I still was not happy with it, so I decided to spend the money from my very limited budget and have Ms. Bunkley edit my book. WOW – what a difference!! Anita was able to simplify and articulate sections of the book that I was having trouble with. Narmin Parpia inventor/ author of Potty Training in One Day – A Guide for Today’s Parents.
Over the years, I have encouraged and mentored many aspiring writers of fiction and non-fiction to publication and eventual success. I love to work with new writers to help them beat the odds and get their manuscripts published. My honest, personal approach to helping writers get published can help them turn their ideas into best-selling books -- Anita Bunkley
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Edited Works
Fiction:
SNAKE WALKERS, J. Everett Pruitt
THEY DANCE ALONE, Christine Leveaux
CARAMEL AND CREAM, Crystal Brown
SANCTIFIED SISTERS, Marilyn Marshall
PUSHED TIMES AND CHEWING PEPPER, Myra Jolivet
EVERY KNEE SHALL BEND, Thelma Craig
CHINA MARY, Chuck Barnes
SOME MOMMA'S AIN'T.. , Joyce Smith
AMANDA NOBLE: Zookeeper Extraordinaire, Lesa Boutin
I CAN'T AFFORD TO MARRY YOU, Marilyn Logan
IN LOVE, IN PAIN, Janice Moss
OVERTURNED, Michael Lee
DYSFUNCTIONAL BEGINNINGS, C. Renee Akbar
A TOUCH OF COLOR, Brandie Nickerson
FATHER OF DARKNESS/FATHER OF LIGHT, Dwan Reed
Creative Non-fiction:
THAT DAMN DIALYSIS, Cynthia Barclay
IMAGINE LIVING HEALTHIER, Bridgette Collins
www.bridgettecollins.com
Non-fiction
FADE TO BLACK, Woody Campbell
HOW TO CATCH A MATE WITH THE RIGHT BAIT, Darian Ward
HOW TO POTTY TRAIN IN ONE DAY, Narmin Parpia
Autobiography:
GET BUSY LIVING, Mary Turner
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Are you concerned about grammar, word choice, style, tone and syntax?
Need help revising the structure of your story or pacing the action?
Do you want your characters to speak, look and act like real people?
Do you want settings and timelines that create a sense of reality?
Are you hoping that your story will get the attention of agents and editors?
If you answered YES to any of the above, e-mail me at arbun@sbcglobal.net
Services include a complete manuscript evaluation, line editing, proof reading, and suggested revisions related to:
Word usage and grammar, consistent tone and style.
Story Structure and pacing Character motivation
Point of view Plot points Misspelled and missing words.
You can e-mail your manuscript to me at arbun@sbcglobal.net
Or send your manuscript by mail. Be sure to include a self-addressed, stamped envelope for the return of your material. Turn-around time is 30 - 45 business days depending on the number of pages submited.
To submit material by mail: Send your manuscript to:
Anita Bunkley P.O. Box 821248 Houston, TX 77282-1248
The material should be typed in 12 point font, double-spaced, single pages.
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