Editorial Services
Using the skills I have perfected over the past nine years in publishing, I offer a full menu of services related to story development and review. I am open to considering editorial projects outside of my offerings, so please CONTACT ME with any additional inquiries.
I like to describe my editing style as “friendly.” Evaluating, brainstorming, and strengthening fiction are elements of my true vocation, and I am looking forward to working with anyone who also has a passion for the craft — regardless of their skill level.
As a voracious reader, I’m just as quick to applaud strong sentences as I am to provide actionable, strengthening advice in my developmental edits. That's because I see it this way: We've chosen to work on the very best product in the world (books, of course!), so we might as well have fun while we’re doing our jobs :)
OUTLINE SERVICES
Storyboarding and IP Expansion
Using my years of experience creating IP for new projects, I will collaborate with you over phone or on video calls to develop an idea into a full story. During our discussion, I will make suggestions about expanding and creating plot points and characters, and we’ll work together to adjust those ideas to fit your vision. After each call, I’ll provide editorial comments on multiple drafts of your outline, so you will feel confident when it is time to begin writing.
Outline Developmental Edit
If your outline is already complete but seems to be falling flat, an Outline Developmental Edit might be more appropriate for you. I will review your outline to strengthen big picture issues in your plot, characters and overall story structure. Directly in the document, I will provide suggestions for revision. Next, we will collaborate on them during a phone or video call. At the end of the project, I will also provide a cold read of your work, where I will evaluate your revision and identify any lingering issues.
MANUSCRIPT SERVICES
MANUSCRIPT Developmental Edit
I will review your piece to strengthen over-arching elements like plot, theme, structure and characters. In the manuscript, I will provide edits on your writing style, word choice, syntax, and readability. I will also provide suggestions for revision and dissect larger issues in an Editorial Letter. After you’ve digested my work, we will have a phone or video call to collaborate on the best strategies to strengthen your story while still maintaining your vision. You will revise the manuscript, submitting it back to me as part of the service. At the end of the project, I will provide a cold read, where I will evaluate your revised document and identify any lingering issues.
MANUSCRIPT EDITORIAL ASSESSMENT
If you are looking for a more general critique, you may prefer to work with me through an Editorial Letter & Brainstorm session. After I read your story, I will write you an Editorial Letter to help you strengthen over-arching elements of your piece with reference to plot and character. I will identify areas of improvement, offering suggestions on how best to remedy them. We will also collaborate on a phone or video call to discuss the right solutions for your vision.
Story Evaluation
If you are looking for an industry opinion on your writing, I will provide a written analysis of the marketability of your manuscript. I will also identify one to three broad areas of improvement.
Line edit
I will give your manuscript a careful review focusing on style, word choice, sentence structure, formatting consistencies and punctuation.
CONSULTATION SERVICES
Publishing Consultation
In a service meant primarily for new authors, I will walk you through the ins and outs of the industry over a phone or video call. We can discuss the unique aspects of traditional publishing versus self-publishing, compare notes on strong publishing houses and literary agents, and analyze the success of comparable titles so you will have a stronger understanding of how to position yourself and your project.
Pitch Review
Most literary agencies require a strong query letter, synopsis, and writing sample. I will review all three documents for you, providing notes on the strength and marketability of the concept. I will also evaluate your writing style and fix grammatical mistakes.
Copy Writing
I will provide flap, back, or electronic copy for your publishing needs. When my draft is complete, you will be given a review period in order to ensure that my copy best fits your vision for the project.
My hourly rate is reflective of the fact that every project is different, so I always* request a 1000-2500 word writing sample before I take on a new piece. I am happy to provide you with an individual quote based on your needs and budget. Please CONTACT ME with any inquiries specific to your project.
*EXCEPTION: Storyboarding, Outline Developmental Edit, Publishing Consultation, and Pitch Review