Welcome to the garret.

I’m Kristen Tate. I work with authors who are ready to find their readers. I provide the editing, practical help, and encouragement you need to get from rough draft to finished book.

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A new writing craft book offering in-depth analysis of popular novels to show you new tools and techniques you can use to improve your own writing.

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What people are saying

See more past projects and testimonials on our portfolio page.

I’m so grateful for Kristen’s coaching and advice, and, most of all, her encouragement for me to push myself and write the book I wanted to write.
— Beth Ball
Kristen has more patience than anyone I know… Somehow, she finds the story and helps it breathe.
— Sheila Sullivan
For all the feedback, all the laughs, and all the stars bestowed, thank you, Kristen! You are a rock-star editor, and I couldn’t have taken this girthy book baby to the next level without you.
— Dorothy Barrett
Kristen was more than an editor—she was a guide, patiently answering all my questions, not just about editing, but about the process of publishing.
— Otto Schafer

Listen to Kristen’s interview with Joanna Penn to learn about the editing process and how to find an editor who is a good fit for you.

Kristen Tate, owner and lead editor at the Blue Garret, has a PhD in English from Columbia University and a Professional Editing Certificate from University of California at Berkeley.

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