Unlock Your Book’s Potential with Expert Coaching and Editing
Hello and Welcome!
I’m Sue Toth, and I would love to be your book coach, editor, mentor, and partner.
What Exactly is a Book Coach?
Imagine having someone by your side who is part mentor, part guide, and part strategist—someone to guide you through the complex and deeply personal process of writing a book. A book coach will help you develop your initial idea into a polished manuscript ready for the world to see.
How My Book Coaching Will Help Your Writing Journey
I combine my lifelong love of words, extensive editing experience, and commitment to storytelling excellence to offer authors personalized coaching and editorial services.
I’m here to support your writing journey with expertise and empathy whether you’re:
- Struggling to stay motivated
- Tackling writer’s block
- In need of help plotting your novel
- Looking for a manuscript critique of your completed book
Let’s Turn Your Writing Dream Into a Bestselling Reality
Just picture it: your book isn’t only published—it’s a hit, topping bestseller charts everywhere. Imagine people across the globe getting lost in your story!
Taking that first spark of an idea and turning it into a finished book is quite an adventure, inevitably filled with ups and downs.
It can take more than talent to create engaging characters and a compelling story; it can take more than a plan to carry an idea across the finish line. This is where I come in.
As your book coach, I am here to guide you through every step. I’ll help turn daunting challenges into stepping stones toward your goal.
With a blend of industry insight and coaching, I am committed to transforming your writing from good to extraordinary. Whether you’re experiencing writer’s block, plot complications, or character development, my coaching will help you unearth your manuscript’s true potential.
Imagine holding your published book, seeing your name on the bestseller list, and knowing your words have touched the hearts and minds of readers worldwide.
This dream can be your reality.
From the Margins
A few lines authors and readers have left behind after working together on a manuscript.
Sue Toth is an exceptional editor, and I say this as a working, professional writer and editor who also happens to be married to a news editor. Sue not only brings necessary expertise to editing projects, but she's also reliable, from scheduling meetings to delivering edits by agreed upon deadlines. She's excellent at all stages of the editing process, but what I've appreciated most is her ability to look at the big picture, the structure and pacing of a novel, and suggest clear, executable fixes. She also brings the word choice, grammar, and syntax knowledge needed for polishing a manuscript in the final stages of editing. Most of all, she understands the writing process and has a great deal of empathy for writers and the hurdles they encounter from conception to completion of a finished work. I recommend Sue to anyone looking for guidance on how to elevate their writing to the next level!
Lila Grange
Historical Fiction Author
When I wrote my first novel, I went in with no book editor or story coach guiding me. Big mistake. I thought a book editor comes in after you write your book. Wrong! I contacted Sue for my second novel and it was an amazing experience. Not only did she immediately identify a big problem with the writing in my first book, but she also helped me plan the story for my second one before I began my first draft. Her guidance has helped me enjoy writing once again.
Tom Zanca
Fiction Author
Sue Toth is a treasure! Not only was she easy to work with, but she was flexible in terms of areas of focus and thorough completion. She remained willing to freely brainstorm ideas, an activity over and above her job description but so appreciated. She is qualified, professional, and smart. Sue is down to earth and never pretends to be perfect or makes you feel like she's the smartest person in the room (even though she probably is). I'm working on my second book, and I'll definitely be calling Sue to edit that project as well. Thank you, Sue, for making a painful experience almost pleasant and for making my manuscript shine!
Deonna Kay
Fiction Author
I feel so lucky to have crossed paths with Sue. She did an outstanding job editing my memoir manuscript, efficient, insightful, and thorough to say the least. She delivered my manuscript within the timeframe I expected. Working with Sue was a pleasure and a fantastic experience. Look no further, she will make your book the one they can't put down!
Janine Fattaleh Diliani
Author · Rise Unafraid, #1 new release in memoir on Amazon
Sue Toth cradled in her arms the manuscript from this babe in the woods, first time author. She treated the hundred thousand plus words found within with love, honor, and respect, always highlighting the fact that these words represent my voice and I would have the final say. In short, your near and dear to you work will be safe in the hands of Sue Toth and will be returned to you in great form.
Jeffrey J. Antonucci
Author
Finding Sue has been a godsend. Sue goes through my work, sentence by sentence, correcting each mistake and explaining why it was wrong. This has helped me improve my writing skills so much that I feel much more confident as an author. Our sessions are fun and jam packed with new ideas. Thanks to Sue, I now have a better understanding of the English language and how to use it to produce a well written novel.
J.P. Grider
Author
My manuscript is nearly done! My editor, Sue Toth, is AMAZING. This is my first book with her and will not be my last. Lots of steps to go until publication, but at least the manuscript is in great shape and I no longer need to edit.
Judy Walters
Author
I first encountered Sue Toth on a webinar and her tagline caught me: I'll make your book the one they can't put down! From that moment I was hooked. Sue edited my memoir and an article. She is thorough, communicative, and professional, with quick turnaround and reasonable rates. I would highly recommend Sue for your editing needs.
Apara Sylvester
Author
Susan Toth copy edited my two mystery novels, The Swamps of Jersey and A Game Called Dead. She was accurate and returned the work quickly, and pointed out inconsistencies in the text, such as when I mistakenly changed the name of a character. I am a terrible typist, so I misspell many words and confound autocorrect. Sue doggedly found the errors and made them visible for me. I appreciated greatly her careful work.
Michael Daigle
Author
Susan Toth edited my book prior to its publication. She performed this function with great skill, professionalism, and literary sensitivity, and completed the task ahead of schedule. Anyone looking for a meticulous edit performed efficiently, effectively, and in an entirely pleasant manner, Sue Toth Editing is for you. I recommend her without qualification.
Gordon Osmond
Author
Sue has been a wonderful addition to my writing family. She took the time to review my novel in its entirety, pointing out mistakes I'd missed, suggesting changes, and even coming up with ideas to add to the length of my novel. I will definitely be seeking her help again for all my future editing needs.
Jason Maurer
Author
I had been wanting to move on, so many other books to write, memoirs, family stories, but rehashing an old one again felt painful. You, Sue, brought encouragement and joy back into my writing! Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Kathleen Pagnini
Nonfiction Author
Professional and prompt. I will definitely work with Sue again. She took a last minute project and delivered it ahead of schedule. Very satisfied!
Vivian J.
Author
When you have potential readers looking at your material, you want it to be at its best. That is why I hired Sue, to lean on her talent and experience. It is a comfortable feeling to know that you are in good hands. Leave staring at a blank page behind and call Sue. And yes, that is experience talking.
Walt Blau
Author
Sue is an amazing writer and editor. She goes above and beyond to help us with our in house projects, and is very attentive and flexible. She helped our clients optimize their profiles and increased their visibility. I really enjoy working with her and would recommend her for all of your future writing projects.
Julbert Abraham
Abraham Global Marketing
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Don’t let your dream stay that way. You can start your journey to literary success right now. Reach out, and let’s tell your best story together!