Frequently Asked Questions
Whether you are here seeking editorial services for your writing or might be interested in a Tarot card reading, these answers may help you decide what your next steps are and if I am the right business person to help you along the way.
If your question is not answered here, feel free to fill out the form on my contact page and message me directly.
FAQ for Editing Services
Can you be my editor for everything?
As much as I would like to edit at every stage, I am not experienced in the other levels of the editing process. My skills are best utilized in the beta reading and the developmental stages. Which means I will read your work and give you a "reader response" with my 1-2 page review of things that work well, plot or character inconsistencies, overused or inappropriate cliches, tropes, etc. I will also leave in-line comments. The in-line comments will be more populated in a developmental edit than beta reading.
Do we really need a contract?
Yes. It's a way to protect us both. It's my guarantee that I will get the work completed that we agreed upon you need, and your guarantee to me that you will reimburse me for my time and work offering you feedback on your manuscript.
Are you going to rewrite my work?
No. While I offer suggestions, it is your ultimate decision on what to keep and what to change.
How long will this process take?
That depends on the length of your manuscript, be it poetry, short story, memoir, novel, or novella. It also depends on my work load and availability at the time. It's best to book a free, virtual consultation to talk more about these details, your specific goals and see if we are a good fit.
Which platforms do you use for feedback?
I use Microsoft Word and Google Docs the most. However, if you are looking for tracking changes, Word is preferred. I can also use Adobe Acrobat.
FAQ for Tarot Reading Services
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What do tarot cards do?
Tarot cards mirror for us what we might already know about the answers to our questions, they also act as confirmation of the next steps we need to take, our hopes and dreams, or how we can prepare for something.
Are tarot cards magic?
While they are fascinating and have a mystical touch, they are not magic. However, it might sometimes feel like magic because they are so good at matching our energy. This is why they are a powerful spiritual tool for clarity, focus, and advice.
Can a reading predict the future?
We can ask specific questions about the potential of the future within some spreads. However, what happens is ultimately up to the person receiving the reading and the actions they choose to take. It's about the possibilities of the future.
Do you need special skills to read the tarot?
Anyone can read the tarot. The best readers are open and trusting of their intuition, but also perpetual students of learning the symbolism within the cards. If two different readers were to pull the same cards for the same questions, each might interpret them in various ways depending upon what they notice first and foremost.
Are tarot readings accurate?
If the reader is open and trusts their intuition, and also has knowledge of the symbolism, they can be incredibly accurate. The more experienced the reader, the more accurate the reading. However, you might find some green readers with wild accuracy, because the cards are ultimately mirroring your energy. Not everyone reader is for everyone. I do believe that we choose the readers we are meant to because they have something you need to hear.
What if I am unsure or scared to get a reading?
Despite some of the names and images on the cards that evoke fear, a reading with the tarot cards is nothing to be afraid of.