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iambookmad.bsky.social
Lilly
@iambookmad.bsky.social
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She/They | 30s | Queer | Autistic | Reader | Writer | Freelance Editor
thewhimsicaleditor@gmail.com
https://www.patreon.com/iambookmad
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iambookmad.bsky.social
I've been getting anxiety spikes lately when it comes to looking for work but I've managed to check the latest jobs, apply for some, and had a friend reach out about temp work

Plus I keep touting my #freelance editing services if anyone is interested (email thewhimsicaleditor@gmail.com / DM here)
My logo is in the top right hand corner which has the text Lilly Saunders The Whimsical Editor with a line art drawing of a woman going through some paperwork. There are bright colours around the edge. The main text of the post says: New Pricing Plan Pay What You Can Available Now
April 25, 2025 at 10:52 AM
iambookmad.bsky.social
Just pure laziness tbh
First I get it to give me multiple ideas with "create 5 ideas of an image with [book title] book as the main focus point and use the summary to add Props and scenery around the book, use the book summary for ideas: [paste summary] Then once generated I choose which one il like best and ask it to create the image. You can include what kind of vibe you want to go for too but I think it seems to do well picking it up from the summary You can only create 5 images on the free account that's why I get it to give me ideas first so I know what it's going to make
April 24, 2025 at 7:41 PM
iambookmad.bsky.social
I am offering a “Pay What You Can” price for my editing services.

I’m still a relatively new editor, plus with capitalism and the cost of living crisis, it’s difficult finding work.

#editor #editing #BookCommunity #WritingCommunity
My logo for The Whimsical Editor is in the top right corner. Text says New pricing plan Pay what you can Available now
April 24, 2025 at 1:15 PM
iambookmad.bsky.social
So, how do you work with me?

You can either slither into my DMs like a cute grass snake or you can flow into my inbox with the grace of an eagle by emailing:

thewhimsicaleditor@gmail.com

Shares are very much appreciated.

#Editor #Proofreader #WritingCommunity #BookCommunity #BetaReader #booksky
A pink background with green flowers and abstract shapes in the four corners. Text says Hiring a long-term developmental proofreader and writer for LGBT romance novels "Beth did a fantastic job proofreading for us and I would love to work with her again!" Five gold stars are underneath with Upwork Client underneath.
April 10, 2025 at 10:19 AM
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I’ve had to work downstairs all day today because Tink requires my attention. Although when I told him I needed to go upstairs for a moment, he didn’t trust that id go back downstairs 😩😩😩
A black and white cat with a slight snaggle staring at the camera. He does not look impressed. A black and white cat sat on laminate floor just outside a room.
April 3, 2025 at 10:15 AM
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Hope these help friend
A black and white cat curled up on a blanket. He’s very sleepy with his feet all over the place. A black and white cat sat in the doorway on a yellow beanbag large cushion thing. He’s looking at the camera all moody. A black and white cat looking into space. She’s got a tiny blep. A tortie cat on a table. She’s also sat on my laptop because she is more important than work and life itself.
March 27, 2025 at 7:55 PM
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Also what a lovely surprise on the cam this morning. A long-awaited visit from Thelma and Louise 🥰 #NamibiaCam
A screenshot of two horses at the NC Namibia Cam waterhole livestream. The horse to the left is Louise, and the horse to the right is Thelma (note the three white socks). They were last seen at the end of November 2024.
March 27, 2025 at 9:16 AM
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We had an extension lead for the whole house that had been connected straight to the mains. We couldn’t use our washing machine. We only had one appliance on at a time. No lights at all so showers by phone torch were had. Dust everywhere. At one point we lived in our kitchen.
A very cramped small kitchen. There is a sofa and chair taking up most of the room. My partner is hanging up a load of washing. There are no cabinets on the walls.
March 25, 2025 at 4:56 PM
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Just another job rejection at the weekend. Excuse me while I find the perfect toaster.
All the things I need to have a great bath Soap, running water, a towel, a toaster
March 15, 2025 at 12:28 PM
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The cat in question. My sweet baby who can do nothing wrong. Also yes we have a blanket on our dining table for cat naps. This is their home too.
A black and white cat curled up on a cream blanket. He is fast asleep.
March 5, 2025 at 11:36 AM
iambookmad.bsky.social
"Do you smell weed?"
Photo of Kier Starmer standing at a White House press conference lectern, with a subtitle caption saying “there’s a famous slogan in the United Kingdom”
February 28, 2025 at 10:45 AM
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I made a cute poster. The Whimsical Editor is open for business. Help me keep my staff happy with yummy biscuits.

Email: thewhimsicaleditor@gmail.com

#Editing #Editor #EditorForHire #WritingCommunity #BookCommunity #BookEditor #EditorialServices #Freelancer
The Whimsical Editor Do you need someone to give your work a final read through? Maybe you have issues with spelling consistency, grammatical issues or are plagued with the never-ending paragraph? Perhaps you need guidance with plot and consistency, character development, scene pace and coherence? Let’s Work together thewhimsicaleditor@gmail.com Then there are photos of me and my cats along the bottom with "Meet the Staff" underneath
February 20, 2025 at 10:33 AM
iambookmad.bsky.social
We lost one of our cats, Phil, in May and nothing is the same in our lives. Also yes I constantly see him out the corner of my eye, hear his meows, and feel him rubbing against my legs I miss him every day.
A black and white cat with really long whiskers is lying on the floor looking at the camera. You can only really see his face and a small part of his body. His front two teeth are peeking out and he looks like he’s smiling or grimacing at the camera.
February 16, 2025 at 6:23 PM
iambookmad.bsky.social
Oh Mel I am so very sorry your hand is sore. Please have this photo of Tink to cheer you up and ease your suffering.
A black and white cat sat on a blanket. The sun is shining on his coat and he’s looking just above the camera.
February 10, 2025 at 4:51 PM
iambookmad.bsky.social
Words are hard.
Punctuation is onerous
Hire me as your editor
Help I am no poetess.

Okay, so a rhyming queen I am not. However, I am available if you are looking for an editor.

You can email me at bootscootineditin@gmail.com

Reposts welcome

Here is a photo of Wren to show my thanks
A ginger, tabby and white cat looking towards the camera. She is sat in the sunshine.
February 10, 2025 at 11:03 AM
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Ostrich wondering where his mates head has gone. #KalahariCam #NamibiaCam
A screenshot from the Kalahari cam of two ostriches. One ostrich is sat down, looking at another Ostrich stood next to them. This second Ostrich was mid-preen and appears to have no head.
February 5, 2025 at 11:37 AM
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Horned puppies will always cheer me up. Especially the precious babies.
Gnus eating grass. There are adults and calves. Screenshot taken from the NamibiaCam Kalahari Cam. Gnu calves sat in the grass. Screenshot taken from the NamibiaCam Kalahari Cam.
January 31, 2025 at 2:32 PM
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Writing with cats is always an adventure. Especially if they demand attention (which was given, as well as head kisses and plenty of fusses). #AmWriting
Photo taken while I was sat at my kitchen table. A black and white cat is on a blanket while leaning against my left arm. You can see a pen and notepad to the right of the image. There is an empty teacup in the background.
January 27, 2025 at 4:22 PM
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A nice couple of screenshots of a Kalahari Scrub Robin. #NamibiaCam
Kalahari scrub robin sat on a branch. Screenshot taken from Kalahari Namibia Cam stream Kalahari scrub robin sat on a branch. You can see the colours of the tail feathers. Screenshot taken from Kalahari Namibia Cam stream
January 22, 2025 at 12:08 PM
iambookmad.bsky.social
So since my last post I thought I'd create a graphic showing I'm available for editing work. Just anything while I'm between jobs would be nice - and it'll help keep the brainworms away.
An image of a poster I've just designed to show I'm available for editing work. It has a pale pink background, with text in comic sans with some kind of highlighter effect. There is a typewriter with cartoon eyes who looks like he's hungry. The text says: Editor for hire Affordable rates Can start ASAP Experience editing fiction and nonfiction I edit better than I design graphics The typewriter is very hungry email helloiambookmad@gmail.com to find out more
January 13, 2025 at 2:23 PM
iambookmad.bsky.social
I hope this photo of Tink helps 💜
A black and white cat sat on a blanket. He’s looking towards the camera
January 10, 2025 at 5:59 PM
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Beautiful sunset at OC earlier today. #NamibiaCam
Screenshot of sun setting taken from the NamibiaCam Okaukuejo cam
January 6, 2025 at 6:09 PM
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Oh what a darling!! Sweet Hartebeest calf at the waterhole #NamibiaCam
Zoomed in view of a young red hartebeest calf. The colouring is still mostly grey and they have little stubby horns. Screenshot taken from the Namib desert waterhole
January 4, 2025 at 10:23 AM
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What a lovely sight of a daytime hyena. #NamibiaCam
A daytime hyena at the Namib Desert waterhole. Hyena appears to be looking right at the camera, and there is a massive overflow to the right after the rain last night. Screenshot taken from the Namibia Cam YouTube channel.
January 4, 2025 at 10:17 AM
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My two favourite zebras, Boomerang and Mixy. These two have a special place in my heart; with Mixy being the one to tame the terror that is Boomerang. #NamibiaCam
Screenshot from last night with Boomerang the zebra stallion and Mixy the hybrid zebra (burchells mum/hartmanns dad). Mixy is at a salt block and Boomerang is standing guard. IR mode at the NC waterhole.
December 27, 2024 at 4:27 PM