“Editing your own writing can feel like doing your own brain surgery.…”
After you’ve completed your manuscript and you’re standing at the foot of Revision Mountain, climbing to the summit can feel impossible. It’s hard to look at your own writing with the objective eye needed to shape it into a tight, polished, publishable story—but just like writing, self-editing is a skill you can learn.
Developmental editor Tiffany Yates Martin has spent her career in the publishing industry honing practical, actionable techniques to help authors evaluate how well their story is working, where it might not be, and how to fix it.
With a clear, accessible, user-friendly approach, she leads writers through every step of deepening and elevating their own work, as well as how to approach the edit and develop their “editor brain,” and how to solicit and process feedback. Intuitive Editing doesn’t offer one-size-fits-all advice or rigid writing “rules”; instead it helps authors discover what works for their story and their style—to find the best version of their vision.
Whether you’re writing fiction, narrative nonfiction, or memoir; whether this your first story or your fiftieth, Intuitive Editing will give you the tools you need to edit and revise your own writing with inspiration, motivation, and confidence.
In addition to my work as an editor, I write fiction under a pen name, Phoebe Fox.
Releases 9/11/2021
An unlikely friendship between a septuagenarian and a younger woman becomes a story of broken trust, lost love, and the unexpected blooming of hope against the longest odds.
You trying to kill yourself, or are you just stupid?
Marcie Malone didn’t think she was either, but when she drives from Georgia to the southwestern shore of Florida without a plan and wakes up in a stranger’s home, she doesn’t seem to know anymore. Despondent and heartbroken over an unexpected loss and the man she thought she could count on, Marcie leaves him behind, along with her job and her whole life, and finds she has nowhere to go.
Herman Flint has seen just about everything in his seventy years living in a fading, blue-collar Florida town, but the body collapsed on the beach outside his window is something new. The woman is clearly in some kind of trouble and Flint wants no part of it–he’s learned to live on his own just fine, without the hassle of worrying about others. But against his better judgment he takes Marcie in and lets her stay until she’s on her feet on the condition she keeps out of his way.
As the unlikely pair slowly copes with the damages life has wrought, Marcie and Flint have to decide whether to face up to the past they’re each running from, and find a way to move forward with the people they care about most.
Phoebe Fox’s latest novel of discovery and rediscovery. A heartfelt glimpse into the life of a driven woman who will do just about anything for family and a reluctant family man driven to isolation by pride. Marcie’s journey is an enduring one, and a story the likes of which we don’t find many of on today’s bookshelves.
Goodreads reviewer
★★★★★
It’s the kind of story I didn’t want to end, and yet I couldn’t stop plowing through it because it was THAT GOOD.
Michael David - Bonkers For The Books
Released 8/11/2020
Family is everything—Grace Adams’s mom must have said it to her a thousand times before she died. Before Grace’s dad ran off with an aspiring actress half his age. Before only-child Grace found out she was unable to have children of her own. Before Brian—her childhood best friend, business partner, and finally her husband—dropped a “bombshell” on her in the form of her stunning new replacement.
Which means Grace now has…nothing.
Until a letter from a woman claiming to be a relative Grace never knew she had sends her on a journey—from the childhood home she had to move back into (three doors down from the happy couple) to a tropical paradise island to meet a total stranger who claims to be family. And Grace starts to uncover answers about the eccentric woman her family never mentioned: an octogenarian who writes a viral relationship-advice blog, a compulsive (and highly successful) matchmaker…and the keeper of an unimaginable family secret held for more than fifty years.
A heartfelt, funny story about family and forgiveness, starting over when the happy ending ends, and handling it all with a little bit of grace.
“I tumbled right into this engaging, cleverly written, and delightful tale that was packed with all the feels… Superbly crafted and unfailingly entertaining.”
DJ Sakata (Goodreads reviewer)
“In so many ways this book is a call to action for showing each other a little more unconditional positive regard, for listening more than we talk, and for forgiveness—it just happens to come packaged with a whole lot of humor. And grace.”
Mary Chris Escobar (Goodreads reviewer)
“Secrets, rejection, and betrayal are no match for the powers of forgiveness in this charming novel.“
“Forgiveness doesn’t arrive as an easy Band-Aid in this genre gem; instead, it’s richly, convincingly explored as the result of mature self-reckonings.“
“A book that will remain close to my heart for a long time to come.“
Jenna (Goodreads reviewer)
“This beautiful story about families, time, secrets and acceptance and who we really are when we are honest with ourselves. I loved every bit of this story.“
Patricia (Goodreads reviewer)
“Characters are complex, vivid and endearing. Fox has woven a beautiful story.“
Helen (Goodreads reviewer)
“A delightful read with characters you will wish were your own family.“
Janine (Goodreads reviewer)
“This is the first book that I’ve read by Phoebe Fox, but it definitely won’t be my last. I was absolutely blown away by this book. It left me with such an amazing book hangover.“
Kimberly (Goodreads reviewer)
“Colorful characters and a great storyline—I remain one of Phoebe Fox’s biggest fans.“
Lauri (Goodreads reviewer)
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“A beautiful woman’s fiction novel…so moving and compelling…This will pull your heartstrings.”
Kristen's Book Jungle
“On the whole, the series is funny, poignant, witty, smart, and memorable. Certainly an outstanding set of books to have and keep on your home library shelves.”
Girl with Book Lungs
Completely engaging…the perfect blend of lighthearted fun and poignant observations on the intersection self-worth, friendship, and love.
“Just when I thought I’d never see another perfect book in my lifetime, here comes Phoebe Fox! … Phoebe Fox’s writing is smooth and eminently readable… Fast-paced, witty, fun-lighthearted read.”
Mrs. Bird Lady
“To me this series is perfect, I want to read more of Brook and her friends and I added it to my top 10 reads of the year. I’ll be reading anything and everything Phoebe Fox writes with excitement!”
Hello Chick Lit
“One of the great things about this series is the growth and change we see in each of the characters. The books are not just the same old, same old where the characters aren’t learning from their mistakes. They actually move forward with their lives and relationships change.”
Susan the Book Bag
“Phoebe Fox’s books are like a box of fine chocolates. Not to be eaten quickly but to be savored and enjoyed.”
Fresh Fiction
“Fox really has gained her place in my favorite authors spot! There is just so much charm, humor, honesty about love, breakups, friendships and living life within the pages of Heart Conditions.”
Mrs. Mommy Booknerd's Reviews
“Delightful, witty, and chock-full of warmth–I loved every page….Reading this series is like taking a trip to see your best friend, therapist and love guru all in one. Phoebe Fox writes her heart out!”
Amy Fitzhenry
“Multidimensional and full of life…a great series, and hard to put down.”
Comfy Reading
“A book series you don’t want to miss…not your typical chick lit…will make you laugh out loud… Fox’s books are charming and funny, but they still manage to give us dating advice we can actually use.”
DatingAdvice.com
“The Breakup Doctor series is getting better and better [with] each book…”
Ai Love Books
“Phoebe Fox takes the time to understand the human heart and mind.”
Dr. Duana Welch
Author of Love, Factually
“Relationship advice doesn’t get much better than from the Breakup Doctor….”
Storeybook Reviews
“Phoebe Fox has given us characters that are lovably fallible, funny, and frazzled.”
Author of She Has Your Eyes
“Chick lit that’s well written, smart, and fun.”
Polished and Bubbly
“A fun filled, heartwarming, romantic novel.”
Kraftireader
“An amusing, snarky look at love in the 21st century.”
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