Editorial Services for Ambitious Writers
Design the book you’re dreaming about
Finish the story you always meant to write
Refine your fiction or nonfiction manuscript
Create a story you’re proud to share or sell
Developmental Editing
A CONTENT EDIT
A robust, end-to-end collaboration designed to support you from initial story idea to a polished narrative.
The Big Picture: I analyze major narrative elements, including core themes, overarching concepts, structure, and pacing.
The Close-Up: I dive deep into chapter-by-chapter mechanics—assessing characterization, plot progression, world-building, and atmosphere.
You’ll walk away with a definitive roadmap and everything you need to execute a transformative structural edit with confidence.
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Two reads of your manuscript—first for sense, second for comments.
A comprehensive editorial note of strengths and weaknesses, a roadmap for revision.
Opening and closing consultations to brainstorm, answer questions, and plan next steps.
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Writers who want an end-to-end, collaborative partner to help shape their initial idea, provide deep developmental feedback, and guide them through heavy revisions.
Line Editing
A SENTENCE-LEVEL EDIT
Sentence-level edits designed to elevate your writing style and rhythm while preserving your unique voice. This service polishes your narrative by eliminating flaws and stylistic infelicities at the word, sentence, and paragraph level—every mark from the grocer’s apostrophe to the semicolon.
Create logical and surprising sequences of words and sentences
Reduce pesky writerly habits
Present a vigorous writing style
Enhance the rhythm and musicality of your narrative
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A line edited and annotated manuscript, marked with the Track Changes feature.
An editorial summary to explain stylistic concerns and guide you in your craft.
Opening and closing consultations to brainstorm, answer questions, and plan next steps.
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Writers who are confident in their story but want to elevate their execution, line editing refines your prose for maximum impact.
This service polishes the narrative to ensure your unique voice shines through and every sentence flows effortlessly.
Book Coaching
A COLLABORATIVE PARTNERSHIP
A collaborative partnership that brings writer and editor together for regular, ongoing consultations as your narrative unfolds. Built around a structured routine of chapter submissions and review meetings, this service provides steady guidance on both the macro elements of story development and the micro mechanics of craft.
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Live editorial conversations to discuss your progress, brainstorm breakthroughs, and solve narrative blocks.
A concise editorial note for each submission, offering actionable advice on structure, pacing, character development, and style.
Craft advice to help you sharpen your writing skills while actively building your story.
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Writers who want a collaborative, conversational approach to their writing, rather than a single, large critique at the end.
Writers who want to sharpen their craft and improve their storytelling skills while actively drafting.
Ghostwriting
A DISCREET WORDSMITH
Let a professional writer set your ideas into a well-shaped narrative.
Not everyone can dedicate a lifetime to mastering the craft of writing. A thoughtful, imaginative person might have a crackerjack idea but lack the time or training to flesh it out. In other cases, a writer might complete an entire manuscript, only to find a frustrating gap between vision and the execution.
That is where I come in. As your discreet wordsmith, I bring the spirit of your story to life with polished, evocative prose.
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A fully written and polished story delivered in standard manuscript format.
Engaging interview sessions to develop your ideas, turn anecdotes into scenes, and define your style, ensuring the story remains authentically yours.
A proposal for your story’s structure and chapter breakdowns for your approval before drafting begins.
Total confidentiality and discretion—you retain 100% of the authorship rights.
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Visionary thinkers who have a fantastic story or concept but lack the time or training to write it themselves.
Writers who have a completed draft or outline but feel there is a gap between their vision and the story on the page.
Publishing Services
A PUBLISHER
Publishing well requires technical knowledge and industry experience. From registering an ISBN to interior layout to platform logistics, the details can be overwhelming — and easy to get wrong.
I handle every step of the self-publishing process so you don't have to navigate it alone, leaving you free to do what you do best: write your next book!
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A formatted interior layout tailored to your genre.
Print-ready PDFs and ebook files optimized for seamless uploading.
Expert guidance on choosing the right cover design and platforms for your specific book.
Ongoing guidance and troubleshooting throughout the entire publishing process.
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Writers who want to self-publish a professional, retail-ready book but feel overwhelmed by the technical hurdles of formatting, distribution, and uploading.
Writers who want to hand off the logistics of the publishing process so they can save time and focus entirely on writing their next project.
Custom Services
A TAILORED EDIT
Every manuscript is different, and sometimes the work doesn't fit neatly into a package.
Whether you need advice on publishing pathways, feedback on an outline, support with an unfinished draft, or something else entirely, I'm happy to build a custom service around what you and your story actually need. Reach out!
My rates are in line with industry standards and the cost of living. Visit the Editorial Freelancer Association’s rates page for typical per-word and per-hour costs.
Because every project is unique, please contact me directly for a precise estimate tailored to your project, budget, and schedule.