Editor
Critically acclaimed authorChloë Rayban
Chloë Rayban is best known for her YA novels. Her wacky, humorous ‘Justine’ novels have been shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal and twice for the Guardian Fiction Prize. One of them was made into a feature film by Columbia Tristar. Over the past twenty-five years, her books have been published by Random House, Harper Collins, Hodder, Headline and Bloomsbury. She enjoys writing for all age groups, YA, Middle Grade and Early Readers. Under her real name – Carolyn Bear – OUP publishes her books for younger children, the most popular being the Scrapman series, which sells worldwide, most recently in China. She says her books “grew up with her children” and she now also writes both fiction and non-fiction for adults. Find out more on chloeraybanbooks.com.
If you’d like to work with Chloe, get in touch with our Writer Support team; tell us about your book and what you’d like support with, and we’ll help you identify your next steps.
My work is much stronger
- Frances S.
Excellent suggestions
- Rebecca S. L.
Detailed & very helpful suggestions
- Debbie
Chloe's feedback has galvanised me
- Andy G.
I’m loving my book all over again
- Tana M-S
I feel positive going forward
- Elaine T
Provided editorial advice
Published by Auctus Publishers
Frances Schoonmaker received editorial feedback and advice from Chloe on his children’s book, Sid Johnson and the Phantom Slave Stealer.
Chloë's specialties
Why we love Chloe
Chloe’s experience writing children’s books and young adult novels make her the perfect editor for your work in progress. Her particular blend of fantasy found in the midst of modern-day life may have something to do with her unusual world-view – possibly caused by having a degree in Philosophy. Working with Chloe means you’ll receive detailed, constructive advice on your manuscript from an acclaimed children’s and YA author.
What Chloe says about editing
I’ve generally been on the receiving end of editorial advice and I’ve found the help my editors have given me over the years invaluable. I find it fascinating to see the same challenges being faced by fellow writers. A writer, in the process of creating, often gets bogged down in the nitty-gritty and can’t see where their strengths lie. ‘Looking over a writer’s shoulder’ so to speak, allows an editor to see the bigger picture. If I can communicate where the essence of a writer’s story is, and which elements are really working, I feel I have done my job. The topics I like tackling are story pacing: Where do the highs and lows occur? Is there enough plot knitting. Are the climaxes in the right place? Dialogue: Is it in character? Does it sound natural? Is it moving the story forward? And is there a good balance between showing and telling. I have a little selfish motive too – you learn so much from helping other people with their writing.
What Chloë works on
By purchasing any of these products, you'll have the opportunity to express your interest in working with Chloë.
Manuscript Assessment
Agent Submission Pack assessment
Post-editorial guidance
Short Stories
Opening Section Review
Chloë's published books
