Cyn Balog
Bio
Your ideas, my expertise. Tell the story only YOU can with help from a pro!
I am the author of 12 novels (Random House, Sourcebooks, Harlequin), mostly YA paranormal romance, dystopian, thriller/suspense, horror, and dark contemporary. However, I am experienced in writing fiction for all ages, including adult (thriller, mystery, fantasy, steamy romance, etc), young adult, middle grade and children. I’ve been nominated for a Romance Writers Association of America RITA in YA fiction. I write quickly and on deadline for numerous satisfied clients.
My main specialty is novels. All I do is fiction! I’ve worked with several NYT and USAT bestselling authors to help them fill out their stable of self published titles. I pride myself on getting “your” style and seamlessly adapting to it. I can write like Nora Roberts or Stephen King. Whatever your style, I can pull it off. I work quickly and can usually finish a GOOD 50k-word novel in a couple months, based on your outline.
If you are a writer, struggling to get traditionally published, I can help. Wondering if you have to sell your soul to attract an agent? Let me take a look at your query letter or book and give you an honest assessment as to why agents have passed you by. Written yourself into a corner? I am a born plot whisperer who loves to brainstorm and help you find your way out. I offer coaching services, including full novel critiques and developmental edits, as well as query critiques and career advice. I am proud that I have my name in the acknowledgments of dozens of traditionally published novels, and I would consider it an honor to help you reach your dream of publishing your novel.
The last thing you need to know about me is that I’m not a diva. This is business, and I don’t deal in “special.” When you contract with me, you can rest assured I will deliver what you want, when you want it. I want us to have fun together, too. I love writing and put my passion and excitement into every word, because I want you to love the process and your finished book. I can’t wait to work with you!
Testimonials:
| Cyn is the best writer I have ever encountered. I will definitely rehire after the Summer. She’s perfect at meeting deadlines, communication is amazing. Well worth it. I will definitely rehire. And her writing skills are off the charts! Very impressed. She’s WOW amazing. Meets deadlines without a fuss. Writes what I need. Just an amazing person. – Romance Ghostwriting Project for NYT Bestseller
We were in need of a ghostwriter to take an exceptionally long and unfinished YA manuscript and get it across the finish line. Cyn’s work exceeded all expectations, and those expectations were high! The original author of the manuscript is deceased and his family wanted it to remain in his voice and true to who he was. Cyn hit it out of the park by achieving all of the goals. The manuscript was condensed, it kept the story line intact and true to the author’s voice, and she transformed it into an excellent read. I highly recommend Cyn as a talented ghostwriter who delivers on her promises. All milestones were met on time (often ahead of time) and she’s a complete pleasure to work with. –Stephanie Chandler, CEO, AuthorityPublishing.com Cyn is a very talented and flexible writer. She delivers promptly, is always professional and communication with her is easy. Will hire her again. A+ freelancer! – Romance Ghostwriting Project Mind-blowingly good writing, story, and characters. If you’re looking for top quality storytelling that gets under your skin, don’t hesitate. Cyn delivers exactly what you want and so much more!! You get the absolute best here! – Women’s Fiction Ghostwriting Project Cyn was kind and clear, she helped me refine my pitch and make it more concise! – YA Query Editing Project Great writer, great communicator, pleasant and super easy to deal with. Would gladly hire again given the opportunity! Highly recommend. – Thriller Ghostwriting Project Just an excellent experience all around. Highly professional, communicative, met deadlines and the writing was top notch. – Romance Project for USAT Bestseller Wow. This is exactly what I was thinking. How you went from loose outline to actual chapters was amazing. You worked so much detail in and managed to convey the personality of the characters while doing it. Wow. I love it. Seriously. – Fantasy Ghostwriting Project I want to thank you again for your great work. You were the one I was searching for. . . and I found you. Bravo. You did everything I hope you would do and more. – YA Fantasy Ghostwriting Project What you did with my first chapter alone . . . what is this magnificent wizardry? – MG Fantasy Developmental Edit Your edits and suggestions have improved my story 110%, and I couldn’t be more grateful. – YA Developmental Edit Cyn is AMAZING to work with. Always on time. Communicates well. And her plots are very engaging. You won’t be disappointed if you hire her! – Romance Plot Writing Cyn was great! Very communicative and did excellent work. Looking forward to hiring her again in the near future. – Business Parable Ghostwriting I’m not going to lie, what Cyn did to a vision I had was nothing less than beautiful. I cried. Cyn’s skills are beyond perfection. I hope we can work together again. Cyn is an angel! —Horror Ghostwriting Cyn was absolutely amazing and incredibly timely. As a first-time author, she went out of her way to make sure I was understanding everything appropriately and was engaged with the process. – YA novel I had a very positive experience working with Cyn. She is a very good writer with an excellent grasp of storytelling. – YA novel Cyn was very professional, punctual, very communicative. I would definitely recommend her! – YA novel It was a pleasure working together. Cyn is fantastic to work with and I learned a lot.— YA novel |
You took what was a very rough chapter and made it sing. Your writing is fresh and lively, bittersweet and poignant, and captured the mood Iskra and I were after. You are hereby officially part of our team! 😉 – YA novel
Email cyn@cynbalog.com
Website
Homepage – Main
Phone 484-553-6701
Location Philadelphia, PA