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Vyvyan Evans
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Published author, linguist, and professional editor
United Kingdom
English
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About me
An experienced publishing expert of over 25 years, with a PhD in Linguistics from the USA. I help authors succeed on their publishing journey with expert beta reading, editing, and coaching. I am also a best-selling, award-winning author, in both fiction and popular science. I have published 16 books, receiving multiple prestigious Kirkus-starred book reviews. I also have the know-how to help other authors become agented. I offer developmental editing, beta reading, agent critique packages and more. I have taught university classes on creative writing, and worked in publishing houses.
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Vyvyan Evans
$40/hour
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hourWork experience
Professor of Linguistics
Bangor University, UK • Full-time
Sep 2008 - Dec 2016 • 8 yrs 3 mos
Served as Professor of Linguistics, Head of Department (Linguistics and English Language), and Vice Dean (College of Arts and Humanities)
Professor of Cognitive Linguistics
Brighton University, UK • Full-time
Sep 2006 - Aug 2008 • 1 yr 11 mos
Served as Professor of Cognitive Linguistics in the School of English Language Studies.
Senior Lecturer in Linguistics
University of Sussex, UK • Full-time
Aug 2001 - Aug 2006 • 5 yrs
Served as Senior Lecturer in the School of English Language and Linguistics
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demiansantos
Colombia
Ongoing collaboration
This is the second time I have hired Vyv for the same story, and he is absolutely amazing. He goes above and beyond to make sure you truly understand his feedback and how to apply it in revision. He is thorough, thoughtful, and clearly cares about the work. I’m sure any storyteller can benefit from his...
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ajphilips
United States
Vyvyan beta read my novel and provided detailed, actionable constructive feedback to improve the pacing and comedy. Vyvyan analyzed all of the elements of the story (plot, characters etc) and identified keys areas for improvement. I highly recommend him if you are looking for a beta reader who can...
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nightmusics
United States
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Dr Evans did a fantastic and thorough job with his edit of my science-fiction novel was timely in his delivery. He showed great attention to detail and was incredibly helpful. I am very happy with his work.
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hankdaily
United States
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This is my second novel read by Vyv. He once again went above and beyond with his feedback and suggestions to help my novel be more accessible to a broader audience. All of his analysis was professional with amazing attention to detail. I will definitely continue using his services. Thank you!
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isabelablc
Brazil
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An excellent experience. Vyv delivered exactly what I wanted: a detailed, insightful report that was very valuable at this stage of my manuscript. The feedback was specific, actionable, and clearly grounded in both editorial and industry knowledge. What stood out most was his ability to identify structural...
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