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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor

@mariafictioneditor.bsky.social
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Beta reader and developmental editor specialising in romance fiction. www.mariageorgioufictioneditor.com

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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Hi Elliot, It is always a pleasure to interact and learn from other editors. The marketing challenge from ClubEd starts soon. I hope to see you there.
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
I am blessed to be part of an amazing community of editors and writers. The vast majority of people I meet through social media and editing organizations is kind and always eager with their advice. What is your experience interacting with other editors and writers? #booksky #romancewriters
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Writers use generative AI chatbots to brainstorm, outline and edit their books. Read the blog article and learn 3 reasons writers shouldn't use generative AI to produce and publish fiction books: Ethics and professionalism Law and copyright Storytelling #booksky #romancewriters #romanceauthors
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3 reasons writers should not use generative AI to write their fiction story
The article covers 3 reasons writers should not use generative AI to write their fiction stories: ethics and professionalism, law and copyright, and storytelling.
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Should you use generative AI to write your fiction stories? The October edition of the Fiction Editing Newsletter answers this question and analyses 3 reasons why writers shouldn’t use generative AI. Subscribe before Monday to read the October edittion! #booksky #romancewriters #romanceauthors
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The Fiction Editing Newsletter
The Fiction Editing Newsletter provides actionable advice and resources to help you archive your writing goals.
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Do you know what kind of editing service your story needs? (Developmental editors) offer various editing services such as developmental editing and mauscript ctritique, so how will you decide which one is right for your story? Learn more about the different types of editing services. #booksky
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What are the different types of editing services?
Explanation of the different types of editing services: beta reading, developmental editing, manuscript critique, line editing, copy editing and proofreading.
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
One of the most important issues that writers face is writer's block. They sit down to write their stories and...nothing comes to mind. Read the blog article and learn: What is writer's block 4 reasons writers have it 5 ways to overcome it How do you overcome writer's block? #booksky #romancewriter
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What is writer's block and how to overcome it
The blog article explains what writer's block is and 5 ways to overcome it.
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Rob Bignell, Editor/Author @inventingreality.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
#WritingQs #writingsociety #writer #PublishingMagic #author
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Contemporary romance.
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Providing clear guidelines is an important part of editing projects to establish clear communication and avoid misunderstandings. The writer and editor should clearly agree on the scope of work, deliverables, timeline and fees. The writer can ask any questions before signing a contract. #booksky
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Do you want to write a romance story but don't know how? Do you have a lot of ideas in your mind but don’t know how to combine them? Read the blog article and learn how to choose a compelling story idea for your next romance story. #booksky #romancewriters #romanceauthors #pnrbooksky #romancebooks
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How to choose a good story idea for a romance novel
This blog article will help you choose the genre and tropes, main characters and setting of your story, combine them together and create an outline.
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
A few weeks ago, I read a romance book. By the end, I didn’t want the main characters to end up together. The story deals with obsession, manipulation and emotional abuse. I draw a hard line when these are misrepresented as love in romance stories. What do you think? #booksky #romanceauthors
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Do you want to write a compelling romance short fiction but don't know how? Read the blog article to learn the 4 most common mistakes writers make when they edit their romance short fiction and how to fix them. #booksky #romanceauthors #writingcommunity #romancewriters #romanceshortfiction
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How to edit the 4 most common issues of romance short fiction
Learn how to edit the 4 most common issues of romance short fiction: romance plot, characters' goals, show vs tell and pacing.
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Are you struggling with the plot? Can’t create relatable characters with strong goals? I can show you how to solve plot issues and create relatable characters. I'm booking beta-reading and editing projects. Contact me at www.mariageorgioufictioneditor.com/contact.html to discuss your story. #bluesky
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Publishing your manuscript doesn't mean spending thousands of dollars. It means finding experienced editors within your budget to provide thoughtful feedback about your story. Read the blog article about the different types of editing services and make informed decisions about your story. #booksky
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What are the different types of editing services?
Explanation of the different types of editing services: beta reading, developmental editing, manuscript critique, line editing, copy editing and proofreading.
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
The series keeps getting better and better as the story progresses. I hope you enjoy it!
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
You will find out in the next episodes if you are right or not.....Overall, it is a great series.I watched episode 10 last weekend and I am looking forward to the next episode!
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Hi Elissa, your story sounds very interesting. I am a developmental editor specialising in romance stories. I would love to learn more and see if we are a good fit to work together. Email me at mariageorgiou@mariageorgioufictioneditor.com to dicuss more details. www.mariageorgioufictioneditor.com
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
I'm back from summer vacation, fully rested and excited to continue helping writers with their romance stories. I am celebrating my birthday month with a 10% discount on all my services. Contact me at www.mariageorgioufictioneditor.com/contact.html to benefit from the offer. #booksky #romancewriters
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
My editing approach: Professional developmental editor and beta reader Clear and actionable suggestions about the big-picture issues Specialises in romance stories 100% human editing Contact me at www.mariageorgioufictioneditor.com/contact.html to discuss your story. #booksky #romancewriters
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Jennifer Lawler, the founder of ClubEdFreelancers, a few weeks ago, and the interview is now published on her blog. Youc an read the intervriew on her blog at www.clubedfreelancers.com/editor-insig... #booksky #romancewriters #writingcommunity #editors
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Read the blog article and learn: What is a romance short fiction Length of short fiction 5 reasons to write shorter stories PS I offer a 10% discount on all my services for projects booked by 31 August, 2026. Email me at mariageorgiou@mariageorgioufictioneditor.com to discuss your story. #booksky
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What is romance short fiction and 5 reasons to write one
Learn what romance short fiction is, the length of short fiction ( micro fiction, flash fiction, short stories, novelettes and novellas) and 5 reasons to write one
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
You want to write a romance story but you don't know how to outline your manuscript? Read the blog article and learn how to outline and structure a romance story as explained on Romancing the Beat by Gwen Hayes. #booksky #romanceauthors #pnrbooksky #writingcommunity #romancewriters #romanceeditors
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How to write a romance novel using Romancing the Beat
How to outline and structure a romance novel using Romancing the Beat by Gwen Hayes
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
One of the most common issues that romance writers face is writing compelling main characters with clear character goals, motivation and conflict. Read the blog article and learn how to effectively create compelling and active main characters. #booksky #writingcommunity #romancewriters #characters
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How to effectively edit the main characters of your romance story
The blog article explains how to edit for lack of character goal and motivation, lack of internal and external conflict, lack of character development, and lack of character depth.
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Romance writers often ask how long their romance novel should be. Read the blog article and learn: Word count estimate for the romance genre Why word count matters What should I do if my novel is too long? What should I do if my novel is too short? #booksky #romancewriters #romanceauthors #editor
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How long should a romance novel be (and why word count matters)
Why the length of a romance novel matters and how to edit your book within these word count expectations.
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
I offer constructive feedback to help writers improve their romance stories. And this takes time, dedication and hard work. Quality editing doesn’t mean expensive editing. It means getting helpful feedback at an affordable price while respecting the editor’s hard work. What do you think? #booksky
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
You want to self-edit the big-picture elements of your romance series, but don't know how? Read the blog article and learn how to edit the big-picture elements of your romance series: Story structure Characters Theme Setting Romance genre conventions Next steps #booksky #romanceauthors #pnrbooksky
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How to edit the big-picture elements of a romance series
How to edit the story structure, characters, theme, setting and romance conventions of a romance series.
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
I had a great time at the virtual EFACON this year. The sessions were amazing and the staff was very helpful and friendly. Also, I (co)won the Drabble contest. (I won six months of EFA membership.) Did you participate in the EFACON this year? #booksky #romancewriters #editors #writingcommunity
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
Read the blog article to learn the different types of editing services and to make informed decisions about your story's needs: beta reading developmental editing manuscript critique line editing copyediting proofreading #booksky #romancewriters #pnrbooksky #romanceauthors #editingservices
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What are the different types of editing services?
Explanation of the different types of editing services: beta reading, developmental editing, manuscript critique, line editing, copy editing and proofreading.
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Static series share a common feature characters from previous books appear in minor roles Anthology series a collection of stories connected by a common theme Dynamic series main characters work together to achieve a major goal through an overarching storyline #booksky #romancewriters #editors
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
I am booking developmental editing and beta-reading projects for the summer and beyond, and I would love to discuss how I can help you improve your romance story. Check out my editing services and contact me at www.mariageorgioufictioneditor.com/contact.html to disucss your story. #booksky #writers
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
Looking for FREE resources on how to write romance stories? I updated my resources library webpage and it now includes more than 40 articles about writing and editing romance stories. Visit at www.mariageorgioufictioneditor.com/resources-li... and tell me what you think. #booksky #romancewriters
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Resources library for romance authors
Useful blog articles for romance authors about the big-picture storytelling issues of a manuscript.
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
How long does it take to edit a story? Well... it depends on the following factors: Type of editing services Length of the manuscript Quality of the manuscript Availability and schedule Contact me at www.mariageorgioufictioneditor.com/contact.html to discuss your story. #booksky #romancewriters
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
Just updated my website to include a dedicated webpage that helps writers decide we we are a good fit to work together. Learn more information: www.mariageorgioufictioneditor.com/are-we-a-goo... #booksky #writingcommunity #romancewriters #romanceeditors #romanceauthors #betareaders #romantasy
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Are we a good fit to work together?
Learn more information about me and my services to see if we are a good fit to work together.
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
I did something out of my comfort zone. I registered to the EFACON 2026 conference by the Editorial Freelancers Association, taking place virtually on June 26-27. This is my first-ever editing conference, and I’m excited to meet other editors and writers and sharpen my skills. #booksky #editors
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
You are a romance writer who wants to plan and write a romance series, but you don’t know how to start. This blog article will help you plan and write: the main characters the setting and worldbuilding the romance genre conventions planning steps and a writing schedule #booksky #romanceauthors
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How to plan and write a romance series (part 2)
The blog article explains how to plan and write the main characters, setting and worldbuilding and genre conventions of romance series, brainstorm planning steps and create a writing schedule.
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Do you have any hobbies that are not related to writing or editing books? I discovered adult colouring a few months ago and am thrilled with it. I love the process of adding colour to pages. It is a creative and fun process that makes me relax. What about you? #booksky #romandewriters #editors
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
I haven't thought about it, but the writing style indeed looks like a gossip column (in a good way). It's a great resource for writers looking at how to structure their romance story.
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 25/05/2026
Learn how to outline the story structure of your romance story using Romancing the Beat by Gwen Hayes, divided into 4 phases: Phase 1: Setup Phase 2: Falling in love Phase 3: Retreating from love Phase 4: Fighting for love #booksky #romancewriters #romanceauthors #romanceeditors #betaread #editors
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How to write a romance novel using Romancing the Beat
How to outline and structure a romance novel using Romancing the Beat by Gwen Hayes
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Are you my dream client? 1) Your manuscript is 100% human-written. 2) You are open to feedback. 3) You are open to communication. 4) You follow instructions and guidelines. If the answer is yes, contact me at www.mariageorgioufictioneditor.com/contact.html to discuss your story. #booksky #romance
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
New blog article about romance series. This blog article explains: the three types of fiction series, the story structure in a romance (dynamic) series (Part 2 about characters, setting, romance conventions and planning steps coming soon) #booksky #romancewriters #romanceeditor #developmentaleditor
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How to plan and write a romance series
The blog article explains the 3 types of fiction series and the story structure of romance series.
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Have you ever felt frustrated watching a romance series? Make sure that the main characters: are relatable, proactive and compelling have a clear and compelling GMC possess common sense and logic are thoroughly and consistently developed throughout the story #booksky #romancewriters #editors
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
A friendly reminder that the 10% discount I'm offering is valid only for new projects booked by 17th May. Editing slots can be booked until the 31st of July. Check my editing services and contact me at www.mariageorgioufictioneditor.com/contact.html to discuss your story. #booksky #romancewriters
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
I can’t believe it has been 2 years since I launched my editing business. I'm celebrating by offering a 10% discount on my editing services. Check my editing services and contact me at www.mariageorgioufictioneditor.com/contact.html to discuss your story. #booksky #romanceauthors #writingcommunity
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
Read the blog article and learn how to identify the 4 most common developmental editing issues in romance series with tips on how to edit them. Lack of GMC (goal, motivation, conflict) Lack of romantic tension and pacing Info-dumping Unnecessary plot events #booksky #romanceauthors #romanceeditors
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How to edit the most common storytelling issues in a romance series
How to edit the 4 most common issues: lack of GMC, lack of romantic tension and pacing, info-dumping and unnecessary plot events.
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
In April: I beta-read a romance fantasy story. I participated in an interview as a specialist romance editor. I participated in a marketing challenge. I wrote a blog article and social media posts. I prepared the May edition of my newsletter. Did you make any progress on your projects? #booksky
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
My mindset when I'm editing romance stories: It’s all about providing thoughtful and honest feedback that highlights the strengths of the manuscript and helps the writer improve the weaknesses of their story (plot, characters, pacing, point of view, setting, romance genre conventions). #booksky
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
Looking for a reliable and supportive developmental editor? I'm currently filling my editing spots for April, May and June, and I would love to discuss your romance story. Check my editing services and contact me at www.mariageorgioufictioneditor.com/contact.html to discuss your story. #booksky
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
Do you find the process of planning a whole novel overwhelming, or do you find it difficult to establish an outlining routine? Read the blog article and learn how to outline first the 5 major plot points of your story. #booksky #romancewriters #romanceauthors #developmentaleditors #writingcommunity
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How to outline the 5 major plot points of your romance story?
Romance story structure: how to outline the major plot points: the Catalyst, Break Into 2, Midpoint, All is Lost and Break Into 3.
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
Are you struggling with editing your romance series? These are the four most common developmental editing issues I see when editing romance series. Lack of GMC (goal, conflict, motivation) Lack of romantic tension Info dumping Unnecessary plot events #booksky #romanceauthors #romanceeditors
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Maria Georgiou Romance Editor @mariafictioneditor.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
Why I am the right editor for you: 1) You're writing a romance story. I specialise in romance stories. 2) You want a reliable developmental editor. I provide thoughtful feedback. 3) You have a limited budget. I offer budget-friendly services. 4) You want a human editor. You get human editing.
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