TOUCH OF THE GRIOT
EDITORIAL SERVICES
Griot /ˈɡriːoʊ/ (GREE-oh): A West African storyteller, musician, and oral historian who preserves and transmits cultural traditions, genealogies, and historical narratives through song, music, stories, and spoken word.
At Touch of the Griot Editorial Services, we honor the sacred tradition of storytelling while empowering contemporary voices to reach their fullest potential.
As inheritors of the griot legacy, the revered keepers and sharers of stories, we understand that every narrative carries cultural weight, personal truth, and transformative power. Our mission is to provide expert beta reading, copy editing, and sensitivity reading services that celebrate authentic voices, particularly those from historically excluded communities. We approach each manuscript with the reverence of a griot tending to an oral tradition and the precision of a master craftsperson perfecting their art.
We believe:
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Every story deserves to be told authentically – We honor authors' unique voices and cultural perspectives while helping them craft their most compelling narratives.
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Representation matters – Through thoughtful sensitivity reading, we ensure stories reflect the rich diversity of human experience with accuracy, respect, and depth.
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Excellence elevates impact – Our meticulous editing and beta reading services strengthen storytelling craft, helping authors connect powerfully with their intended audiences.
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Tradition and innovation unite – We bridge the wisdom of ancestral storytelling traditions with contemporary publishing standards and market demands.
Our commitment: We provide culturally conscious, expertly delivered editorial services that transform good stories into unforgettable ones. Like the griots before us, we are guardians of narrative integrity, champions of authentic voices, and skilled artisans dedicated to the craft of storytelling.
WHERE TRADITION MEETS TRANSFORMATION, YOUR STORY FINDS ITS POWER
SERVICES
Beta reading ensures that your manuscript is polished and ready for publication.
Discover what works and what doesn't, before your readers do. We dive deep into your story as your ideal reader, revealing plot holes, strengthening character arcs, and pinpointing exactly what will make your audience fall in love with your narrative.
Copy editing services create a refined and professional manuscript.
Transform your manuscript from good to irresistible. We elevate your prose with precision editing that sharpens every sentence, eliminates distractions, and lets your powerful voice shine through crystal-clear writing that keeps readers turning pages.
Authenticity reading ensures cultural authenticity and respectful representation.
Create authentic representation that honors and celebrates diverse experiences. We help you craft culturally rich stories that resonate deeply with communities while avoiding the pitfalls that can damage both your reputation and the readers you're trying to reach. Expertise in the Black diaspora, interracial relationships, LGBTQ2S+ parenting, and more.
Storyteller services bring your vision to life through compelling narrative craftsmanship.
Whether you need original content creation, ghostwritten manuscripts, or custom copy that captures your unique voice and message, we transform your ideas into powerful stories that engage audiences and achieve your goals.
ABOUT ME
Giovanna transforms manuscripts into compelling, market-ready narratives while ensuring authentic representation that resonates with today's readers. As an editorial strategist and developmental editor with over 10 years of experience, Giovanna delivers the rare combination of technical precision and cultural intelligence that modern publishing demands. She's a strategic advantage for authors, publishers, and organizations who refuse to compromise between literary excellence and authentic representation.
What sets Giovanna apart is her multi-level expertise that combines copy editing mastery with sensitivity reading, fiction writing, and beta reading, with visual communications, book illustration, and design, meaning manuscripts get comprehensive development in one strategic partnership. With project management experience backing her editorial skills, she streamlines timelines and keeps publications on schedule and on budget, while her curriculum development and management background for adult learning translates complex editorial feedback into actionable guidance that authors can immediately implement.
Giovanna's clients don't just get cleaner manuscripts, they get strategically positioned stories that connect powerfully with target audiences. Independent authors treasure her developmental approach that strengthens their storytelling craft without compromising their unique voice, while her fictional writing background provides knowledge of what makes stories compelling.
Giovanna has built a proven track record of turning good stories into unforgettable ones. When you hire Giovanna, you're investing in editorial excellence that protects your brand reputation, expands your market reach, and delivers manuscripts that readers can't put down.
TOUCH OF THE GRIOT
LOCATION
Northeast USA
BUSINESS HOURS
Mon - Fri: 9am - 6pm
Saturday & Sunday: Closed