Editing Services for Every Author
Whether they’re sorting through submissions at a top agency or taking a peek at your free sample on the Kindle Store, readers want to be swept away by your words. My editing services can help your book do just that.
First things first…
What kind of editing services do you need?
Choose the statement that best describes you.
I’m currently working on a book, and I’d like some hands-on guidance and deep, constructive feedback.
I’m happy with the current version of my book, and I’m ready to query agents and traditional publishers.
I’m happy with the current version of my book, and I’d like some help polishing it up for self-publishing.
Editing Services for Books in Progress
Manuscript Assessment
Get a high-level overview of what’s working in your manuscript.
- 7-10 page edit letter
- Actionable feedback on
- Character & Plot
- Theme
- Prose, Voice, & Style
- 2 hours of consultation time
Developmental Editing
Hands-on guidance to help your story hit all the right beats.
- A full structural assessment and bespoke editorial plan for your book.
- Two in-depth passes, including
- Chapter-by-chapter feedback
- Line-level edits
- 3 hours of consultation time
Writer Coaching
Longer-term support to develop and finish works-in-progress.
- One-to-one online consultations whenever you need them.
- High-level feedback on 5 pages.
- Option for additional pages and line-level feedback.
- A completely bespoke service.
Editing Services for Querying Writers
Query Assessment
Get your pitch out of the slush with targeted feedback.
- A close reading and targeted markup of your query letter.
- Personalised querying advice.
- 30 minutes of consultation time.
Submission Review
An agency reader’s opinion on your query and synopsis.
- Everything in the Query Assessment package, PLUS:
- A close revision of your synopsis and first five pages.
Sample Pages Edit
Let’s look at your full submissions package, including sample pages.
- Everything in the Submission Review package, but with more pages!
- Up to 12,000 additional words
- 1 hour of consultation time
Editing Services for Independent Authors
Copy Editing
Catch any lingering grammar mistakes or style errors.
- Industry-standard error checking via track changes.
- Style sheet included.
Last Pass Package
Get a last-pass polish before sending your book to layout.
- Line and copy edits to ensure consistency and impact.
- 1 hour of consultation time.
Proofreading
Make sure your print and e-copies are error-free.
- Error correction for your final proofs after layout.
- Available for print, pdf, or epub.
Am I the Right Editor for You?
I firmly believe that you don’t need an MFA to craft a compelling narrative or write mind-blowing prose. But no matter your skill or experience as a writer, getting an external editor’s eyes on your manuscript is a vital part of honing your craft.
I’ve been where you are. As a writer myself, I understand just how much time and effort you put into your work. My editing services are designed to be a collaborative process, tailored specifically to you and the story you are telling.
I Adore…
Speculative and experimental fiction, women’s lit, romance, YA and MG (especially fantasy), narrative non-fiction and memoir.
Not for Me
Picture books or early readers, heavy spice and erotica, books with hefty religious themes, self-help or inspirational lit.
Some of my favourite books include Piranesi, The Song of Achilles, Godkiller, In the Dream House, the His Dark Materials trilogy, Yellowface, The City We Became, and A Wizard of Earthsea! Got a book that you think might be “too weird”? I love novels, autofiction, and narratives that play with genre and form.
Not sure what kind of editing you need?
Free Sample Edit
& Consultation
Send me five pages of your work in progress and let’s talk about how I can help you reach your writing goals.
