Building a world where queer characters are not just accepted but are celebrated
Keir Editing and Writing Services
Fiction editing, author coaching, and manuscript evaluations for LGBTQIA+ characters and authors
About Sam
- Editorial Freelancers Association Member
- Queer Crime Writers Member
- Gay Coaches Alliance Member
- LGBTQ+ Editors Association Member
- Sourcebooks Fiction Editor
- University Creative Writing Instructor
- High School Head of English Department. 10+ years' experience
- MA Education, BA History, and CELTA
- UCLA Extension Developmental Editing
- Club Ed Advanced Developmental Editing Certificate
- Club Ed Editing Novels in a Series
- Club Ed Book Doctoring and Coaching Writers
- Tea, No Sugar. SRL Publishing
- Short stories published in Queerlings Magazine, Queer & Loud, Spillwords, Friday Flash Fiction, Half & One, and Freespirit Anthology
βRace, gender, religion, sexuality, we are all people and thatβs it. Weβre all people. Weβre all equal.β
β Connor Franta
“It can be confronting to have your blind spots as an author brought into the light, but Sam pointed these out in a way that was inspiring, rather than demoralizing.
When you find an editor you connect with, receiving feedback feels less daunting and more collaborative.”
Kit Erikson
Gay Fiction AuthorΒ
“Sam was the best editor I have ever worked with.
He went above and beyond to help make my book the best it could be, and took time to understand my vision, goals, and concerns.”
K.C. Adams
MM Thriller AuthorΒ
“Coaching sessions with Sam were a game-changer! I’ve always been a pantser with a desire to learn how to outline a book better.
Sam gave me the tools to be successful. He is patient and knowledgable, always ready to answer questions, no matter how silly. I highly recommend his services to new and seasoned authors.”
Nicky James
MM Romance AuthorΒ
Who I Work With
Editing services for authors who are working towards self-publishing and those looking to publish traditionally.
Genres:
Gay (M/M) Romance
All content and pairings welcome!Β
Crime, Mystery, and Thriller
Romantic Suspense
Historical Gay Fiction
Upmarket and Literary
Gay MemoirΒ
Gay Fiction Novellas
