Romy is truly an expert editor. Detail-oriented, meticulous, constructive, and perhaps most importantly, reassuring! As a seasoned author in her own right, Romy understands the nuanced relationship between author and editor and doles out praise as regularly as she suggests changes. Romy is adaptable and considered in her approach, and so I would unhesitatingly recommend her to anyone from absolute beginners to experienced writers.
Rebecca Crowley
Contemporary Romance Author
Romy was a great instructor and provided helpful feedback. I would sign up to another class presented by her quickly.
Tracey Turner
Savvy Authors Student
I've been working with Romy as my coach for the past year and have made great progress on my novel, which was only a jumble of ideas at the time. It has been incredibly helpful to have Romy not only keep me accountable and figure out how to surmount the challenges of sticking to a writing schedule, but also how to use my limited writing time well. When I get stuck we have a conference and she really has gotten me over several major hurdles.
Keith
Now Novel Coaching Client
Romy helped me to overcome my mental block and to find a writing routine that worked for me. She coached me on how to polish my writing skills and improve my characterisation. She read my rough drafts and provided input on tightening plot and improving story structure. I found that she has an excellent understanding of story mechanics in many genres, as well as being an enthusiastic reader. She is a published writer herself, and has provided me with insights into the publishing process.
Kristien Wolmarans
Aspiring Author
I got exactly what I wanted from NowNovel's Coaching+ program, which was a mentorship with a traditionally published romance author. Romy Sommer was both critical and supportive. She made excellent suggestions to my outline, and also helped me realize -why- I'd made some of my choices, which has helped me execute them more intentionally. She was exactly the resource I needed, and I can't recommend her highly enough.
Travis Beaudoin
Now Novel Coaching Client
Romy is an excellent editor. Her eye for detail and her strong sense of logic were invaluable in the editing process. Her interactive editing style made it a pleasure to work with her, as she ensured that I felt a part of the editing process as opposed to being an outsider looking in. She has the ability to look at the big picture while also focusing on specifics, and as she is both an editor and a writer she brings a lot of expertise to the table. I highly recommend her editing services.
Alissa Baxter
Historical Romance Author
Group Coaching was instrumental for me in writing my first novel. The sprints were perfect to keep me motivated to write everyday, Romy's expertise and feedback was so valuable and helped me improve my writing and the contact with other writers was a good and supportive environment. The resources, support, templates and writing materials provided by Now Novel were professional and timely to help the group move through the process. Overall, a very worthwhile and professional experience.
Eileen Longueville
Now Novel Coaching Client
Best value of any writing workshop I've taken. Romy's pointed, individual feedback really helped me get clarity and shape my outline. I'm excited to write my draft now!
Rylee Rosen
Savvy Authors Student
Two years ago I had 2 chapters of a book I just knew could be The One: The One I would finish, polish, and yes, submit. But I didn’t know where the plot was going, and I needed to be pushed out of laziness into productivity. Romy all but dragged me through the process, chapter by chapter, encouraging and nagging, and finally I had a manuscript. But it wasn’t ready for publication. I needed information, guidance, encouragement, and –again—nagging. Romy came through once more. The book is mega-times better for every hint, suggestion, and comment.
Jeanne Kern
Contemporary Romance Author