Services
Time to complete services is subject to change based on the length of the project.
Editing
Editorial Assessment
A comprehensive review of the entire manuscript that evaluates story, structure, hooks, and setting to identify any repeated or obvious issues in the text. You will receive an editorial letter with feedback and suggestions to guide early rewrites. This does not usually include inline comments.
1-2 weeks
Developmental Editing
Developmental editing focuses on the big-picture elements of your manuscript, such as pacing, character development, and craft. It requires a deep dive into your story’s core elements and might involve rewrites and restructuring. The strengths and weaknesses of the manuscript will be noted along with suggestions for improvement. These suggestions may include revising, cutting, expanding, or reordering content.
2-4 weeks
Line Editing
An evaluation of the sentence and paragraph to keep the tone of the manuscript consistent and characters distinct. It analyzes aspects such as dialogue and word choice for the target audience. Suggestions aim to elevate the prose and sentence structure of the manuscript.
2-4 weeks
Copy Editing
Copy editing concentrates on sentence-level improvements and corrects grammatical, punctuation, citation, and consistency issues. It ensures that your manuscript adheres to language conventions and any applicable style guides. This type of editing reviews the flow of your prose, the effectiveness of your dialogue, and the overall clarity and readability of your manuscript.
2-4 weeks
Proofreading
This is the last step in editing that focuses on catching spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors and ensuring consistency. No major suggestions are given, and no significant changes are made to the manuscript.
2-3 weeks
Beta Reading
Beta Reading
Beta reading involves a full read-through of the entire project or manuscript from the perspective of an average reader of the target audience. Comments are based on general reactions and questions that arise during the reading and often focus on plot, pacing, character development, and worldbuilding.
2-4 weeks
Writing Coaching
1:1 Writing Coaching
Writing guidance that includes brainstorming, craft development, outlining and organizing, structuring, and plotting; productivity support that includes accountability, regular check-ins, and goal setting; personalized feedback including big-picture critiques, manuscript reviews, and proofreading; and publishing assistant that includes resources, publication advice, guidance through the querying process, and help with self-publishing.
1-8 sessions
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