Developmental Edits

“How can I improve my story?”

Developmental Edits focus on big picture ideas such as:

  • Setting and worldbuilding
  • Plot
  • Dialogue
  • POV, voice, and tone
  • Structure, flow, and pacing
  • Characters and their development
  • Clarity

What’s included if you book with me?

  • An estimated ten to twenty paged (this may vary) editorial letter of your manuscript’s strengths and weaknesses.
  • Comments throughout the manuscript–highlighting strengths, weaknesses, likes, suggestions for improvement, and the occasional: ‘oh. OH.’ ‘What do you MEAN HE JUST DIES??’ ‘They’re the reason why everything is so broken????’ and more.
  • Document with chapter by chapter synopses
    • short summary of each chapter
    • short explanation of strengths and weaknesses
  • Weekly updates, along with back and forth consultations
  • Does not include line edits or other edits

Pricing: $0.008 USD per word | Requires a 30% deposit

Timeline: 6 to 8 weeks, depending on the length of the manuscript.

If you’d like a free sample edit to see if we’d be a good fit, fill out the form here on my website.