TITANIA KRIMPAS



EDITOR/DRAMATURG



I recently edited, Northern Dreaming Book, an anthology for children 0-18, commissioned by British Library and Leeds2023. Contributors included Joe Coehlo, Manjeet Mann, Gill Lewis, Ayisha Malik, Anthony McGowan, Lemn Sissay, Tom Palmer and Sita Bramachari.


Having worked for Cornerstones Literary Consultancy since 2012 I also edit and mentor writers of all experience levels independently. I have helped over 70 writers improve their book manuscripts. Independently I offer:

BOOK EDITING/DRAMATURGY

£40 per hour for tailored feedback, including reading, structural editing, line-editing and one-to one consultations.


SCRIPT-DEVELOPMENT/DRAMATURGY

Current Project: Script development on new play by Diane Samuels,

'As Long As We Are Breathing, produced by Wild Yak.

I've also done script-development and dramaturgy on several productions and scripts including, Animal Lullabies for Secret City, Underland, directed by Orla O'Loughlin at Clearwell Caves, for Pentabus, and Carmen, directed by Jonathan Munby at Opera Holland Park I've developed several new plays, at Old Vic, New Voices and The Deptford Albany. I was a reader for Paines Plough theatre company for 8 years and project manager for Michael Rosen for 2 years.





"Titania is simply brilliant. Her suggestions on plot, character and structure have made my manuscript far stronger. She related to my diverse voices and gave me feedback celebrating that diversity. Her cross-cultural understanding, passion and professionalism blew me away." Tammi Jahan, author.

"Titania did a wonderful line-edit for my book 'OWN your emotions.' It was amazing to see how I grew as a writer. I gained a lot of momentum in finishing the book and practical tips about how to address my readership." Frida Nillson, Lic. psychologist.

"I'd already spent five years on 'Painted Ladies' when I went to Cornerstones. Titania was able immediately to flag up the weaknesses, including a problem with POV (point of view). I found an agent with the next draft and the book came out in January. What impressed me wasn't just the quality and depth of the report but the advice contained in it. I felt this was someone who had a genuine interest in the book and was working with me to find solutions. I owe a huge debt to Titania." Lynn Bushell, author.

"Titania was brilliant from start to finish – professional, friendly, and full of honest, constructive feedback. With Titania’s detailed comments ranging from presentation, structure, style, plot, and character development, my manuscript will hold a more dynamic story, and each page will feel more authentic. I honestly can’t recommend Titania enough." Jack Priestnall, YA writer.

“What stood out about Titania is her rare combination of insight, empathy, and structure. She would set exercises that challenged me to explore my themes broadly, then read my responses carefully to find the spine that connected seemingly disparate pieces. She offered a warm, safe space for me to discuss the pain at the core of my play - but knew when to set deadlines.” Joanna Norland, playwright.



"Titania did a wonderful line-edit for my book 'OWN your emotions.' It was amazing to see how I grew as a writer. I gained a lot of momentum in finishing the book and practical tips about how to address my readership." Frida Nillson, Lic. psychologist

"I'd already spent five years on 'Painted Ladies' when I went to Cornerstones. Titania was able immediately to flag up the weaknesses, including a problem with POV (point of view). I found an agent with the next draft and the book came out in January. What impressed me wasn't just the quality and depth of the report but the advice contained in it. I felt this was someone who had a genuine interest in the book and was working with me to find solutions. I owe a huge debt to Titania." Lynn Bushell, author.

"Titania was brilliant from start to finish – professional, friendly, and full of honest, constructive feedback. With Titania’s detailed comments ranging from presentation, structure, style, plot, and character development, my manuscript will hold a more dynamic story, and each page will feel more authentic. I honestly can’t recommend Titania enough." Jack Priestnall, YA writer.

“What stood out about Titania is her rare combination of insight, empathy, and structure. She would set exercises that challenged me to explore my themes broadly, then read my responses carefully to find the spine that connected seemingly disparate pieces. She offered a warm, safe space for me to discuss the pain at the core of my play - but knew when to set deadlines.” Joanna Norland, playwright.



"I'd already spent five years on 'Painted Ladies' when I went to Cornerstones. Titania was able immediately to flag up the weaknesses, including a problem with point of view. I found an agent with the next draft, and the book was published. What impressed me wasn't just the quality and depth of the report but the advice contained in it. I owe a huge debt to Titania." Lynn Bushell, author



"I'd already spent five years on 'Painted Ladies' when I went to Cornerstones. Titania was able immediately to flag up the weaknesses, including a problem with point of view. I found an agent with the next draft, and the book was published. What impressed me wasn't just the quality and depth of the report but the advice contained in it. I owe a huge debt to Titania." Lynn Bushell, author



Titania Krimpas



titaniakrimpas@gmail.com +44 (0) 7957 303 958