Jessica Perini

Australia’s finest

I had the great fortune to be edited by Jessica Perini, Australia’s finest …

Sometimes words just go into the ears and into the brain. These went into my blood.

Sometimes words just go into the ears and into the brain. These went into my blood.

[Response to Jessica’s poem, Prescribed Pathways]

I really valued Jess’s flexibility and patience

I really valued Jess’s flexibility and patience, as setting the starting date for this collaboration date proved to be somewhat trickier than I’d anticipated, so I was grateful that the uncertainty never phased her. Communication was easy and enjoyable, and she delivered on time. She brought her editing skills to proofreading and was able to make some suggestions for me to consider beyond this collaboration, and she was also helpful in pointing me in the direction of resources that I’d need further down the line.

being busy is how you made us …

Sometimes I’m unable to participate in your program but being busy is how you made us become after giving us different fruitful opportunities that will impact our Refugee communities and we are happy to serve. Thank you for your support …😍😍😍

your service exceeded all my expectations

Dear Jess… your service exceeded all my expectations. I am very happy. I would use more adjectives to describe the quality of your work but I know we both avoid them!

Wild to have Wuthering Heights and Star Wars mentioned together!

I’ve just finished Section 4 [of the Story Editing Masterclass] and am thoroughly enjoying it so far. You have a, well, ‘masterly’ ability to provide the ideal amount of content in an extremely economical way. The student has time to properly think and digest and not be overwhelmed by too many details. The examples are great too: wild to have Wuthering Heights and Star Wars mentioned together!

I have learnt so much from your mentorship!

I have learnt so much from your mentorship!

Jess is my secret weapon

Jess is my secret weapon. She works lightning fast but never sacrifices detail or communication.

I’d hire her again in a heartbeat

Jess is very experienced, communicated well, was flexible with the schedule and scope for the project, and just generally did great work. I’d hire her again in a heartbeat.

Jack Heath

Author

So many tools and insights

“You have given me so many tools and insights, I can not thank you enough!”

The Rosie Awards Special Mention

The judges were impressed with the quality of this year’s entries and made special mention of Jessica Perini for her developmental work with the author Leon Sliver on The Miracle Typist prior to the book’s acquisition by Simon & Schuster. All editors nominated for the 2021 Rosie demonstrated a commitment and dedication to their craft.

[The Rosie Awards ceremony, 23 June 2021]

The strongest feature was your balance of simplicity and depth

Thank you for such an excellent guide!

The strongest feature was your balance of simplicity and depth. I feel like anyone could apply the principles you covered to their work and excel. I can’t suggest anything more because then it would ruin the balance you’ve set up.

I’ve got a lot of work to do on my manuscript… But now I have a better toolset to work with.

I can’t recommend her highly enough

Jessica has now edited two books for me. She is amazing. Not only does she do a brilliant job editing, she has taught me a lot and my writing skills have improved as a result. I can’t recommend her highly enough.

Highly skilled senior editor

Jessica’s writing and editing skills are in high demand. She is a highly skilled senior editor and has helped many authors successfully transition to publication. I regularly refer clients to Jessica and cannot recommend her work highly enough.

Sensitive and responsive to the client’s needs

I would recommend Jessica to any author. She is sensitive and responsive to the client’s needs, and is not afraid to do background research to ensure she is prepared for a job

… she had great insight and … I saved so much time

For my second book, I asked Jessica for assistance in the development phase. While she was not familiar with the topic I was writing about she had great insight and as a result of her guidance I saved so much time. I am planning to write a third book and I know I will be asking Jessica to once again guide me right from the start.

Creatively combines her passions

I have worked with Jessica on various community projects, and particularly with the Asylum Seekers Centre. Jessica creatively combines her passions for writing, human rights and the environment to realize practical initiatives, such as Permaculture for the People. Jessica is an inspiration to many, and it is my pleasure to recommend her

Just excellent

Student on my Story Editing Masterclass: There is so much content here and it’s EXCELLENT! The fast pace is perfect because there is the ability to stop a screen, study the image and take in the information. I’m totally impressed with the “umbrella” or “big picture” type of approach. Just excellent.