REVIEWS “Working with Helen on A Time Through Dance was an integral part of the book’s journey from first draft to final manuscript. She was there at every stage, reading multiple versions with care and consistency, always bringing fresh insight. Her support never wavered; encouraging when I needed momentum, and direct when something wasn’t working. That balance made a real difference. Helen has a sharp instinct for story. Often, she identified underlying threads and meanings before I had fully articulated them myself, helping me develop the novel with greater clarity and depth. Her feedback didn’t just address problems; it opened up new possibilities and directions I hadn’t considered. What stood out most was her genuine engagement with the characters. She approached them with curiosity and emotional investment, which pushed me to understand them more fully and write them more truthfully. Knowing that someone was so committed to the book reaching its full potential made the entire process stronger and more focused. I’m very grateful for her insight, honesty, and dedication throughout.” Karen Pritchard: A Dance Through Time "Helen at Word Weaver is a hands-on editor who guides you through every stage of the publishing journey - from conception to the first sale. I would not have a book if it wasn’t for all her work. We are now working on the second book and it is a real pleasure working with her."Rayner Bourton: The Rocky Horror Show: As I Remember It. "Special thanks go to Helen Lown, for her copy/development edit of the original manuscript. Her questioning and analysis of the first draft helped to persuade me to make some fundamental changes which I know have led to a far better and more complete story." Richard Gadsby: The House on the Hill "Helen has, on 3 separate occasions, taken on board drafts of my novels to proof read and copy edit. On each of these , she has proven herself to be a painstaking and meticulous editor. As well as the requirement of being gimlet-eyed, the process also calls upon an understanding of the writer’s intentions, not to mention vulnerabilities. Helen is sympathetic on both counts, and has contributed to the final outcome, not only in terms of a corrected and properly formatted manuscript, but also in putting forward suggestions as to how the plot, pacing and character development might be improved. I would have no hesitation in recommending her services to any writer."Keith Adamson: Return to Eden, The Gap, The Francisco Files "Helen was the developmental editor for my first novel. She helped me identify plot holes and tighten up scenes and dialogue. Her insight and encouragement was boundless. Once I was on the right track it made everything so much easier. She is easy to work with, knowledgeable, and I would thoroughly recommend her services."Grace McNabola: Lover Undercover
