Developmental Editing
The gold-star premium of big-picture edits. I will go inside and out of your manuscript with developmentally focused in-line editorial notes (notes within the manuscript itself) as well as a comprehensive editorial letter that examines all significant elements of crafting a novel:
Character and Plot Arcs
Structure
Scenes
POV
Pacing
Voice
Setting
Dialogue
Conflict
And Stakes
I will cover what's working and what may need reconsideration and offer ideas for revision, along with tools and resources for improving the manuscript. You will receive guidance in making changes and I’ll equip you with a plan of attack. Beyond the in-line comments, the editorial letter ensures a thorough and valuable edit. This is an everything-but-the-kitchen-sink edit and is $0.035/word.
Hybrid Edit
Discover my unique Hybrid Edit service, where we perfectly balance developmental editing and assessment, all customized to your needs. You can choose the section we dive into, whether it's the initial 20,000 words or the opening 50 pages, with developmental editing expertise priced at $0.035 per word. For the rest, we transition to an editorial assessment at a reduced rate of $0.027 per word. This tailored approach ensures your manuscript gets the exact attention required, combining precision developmental editing with a cost-effective assessment. Craft an editing package that suits your project perfectly. Contact me today to refine your manuscript with the best of both worlds.
Author Coaching
Are you just starting with a new idea or currently drafting a story? I offer author coaching services that will support you in creating a complete plot framework for your book. I will guide you in establishing rich character motivations and increasingly valuable stakes. We will work together to ensure your inner and outer arcs complement and are aligned to yield the best possible version of your story. Coaching is customized to the needs of each client but generally includes a one-hour Zoom planning session to give the author a solid foundation and the confidence they need to start writing. There are subsequent exchanges of manuscript pages with feedback and email exchanges/Zoom sessions as needed. I offer resources and support every step of the way so authors walk away with a strong first draft of their stories. Rates are variable depending on the author’s specific needs. Please inquire for more information.
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Editorial Assessment
The bird’s-eye view of edits. Don't want to commit to a full developmental edit? An editorial assessment might be the fit for you. With an editorial assessment, you'll receive broad-strokes insight into your manuscript with a letter that lets you know what’s working and what’s not in a succinct long-form letter. This letter will cover larger topics such as plot, character, setting, voice, pacing, and more. The rate for the editorial assessment is $0.027/word.
