Big-picture guidance, sharp line work, and clear revision priorities.
Every service is built around honest feedback, concrete next steps, and preserving the voice that made the manuscript worth writing in the first place.
Developmental Editing
For big-picture clarity, structure, and emotional impact.
We'll look at
- Plot structure and pacing
- Character arcs and motivation
- Stakes, tension, and emotional payoff
- Genre expectations, especially romance beats and mystery reveals
- What’s working and what’s not
You'll receive
- A detailed editorial letter (5+ pages)
- In-manuscript comments with actionable suggestions
- Clear revision priorities so you know exactly what to tackle next
Manuscript Evaluation
For writers who want direction before diving into revisions. Perfect if you’re early in the process or feeling stuck.
We'll look at
- Big-picture feedback on story, characters, and pacing
- Notes on strengths, patterns, and problem areas
- Suggestions for revision, not rewrites
You'll receive
- A strategic roadmap, not a teardown.
Line Edits & Copy Edits
For polish, clarity, and flow once the structure is in place.
We'll look at
- Sentence-level clarity and rhythm
- Dialogue tightening
- Consistency and continuity
- Grammar, punctuation, and style
You'll receive
- Your voice stays intact. I just help it sound its best.
A process built to keep revision feeling orderly.
No mystery, no weird silence, no guessing what the next step is.
Inquiry
Tell me where the manuscript stands, what genre you’re writing, and what kind of support feels most useful.
Quote
I review the project details and recommend the best-fit service with a clear estimate.
Contract / Deposit
Once we’re aligned, we lock in the scope, timeline, and deposit so the work is reserved.
Edit
I dig in with thoughtful notes, line-level comments, and honest guidance tailored to your draft.
Delivery
You receive your edit letter, marked-up manuscript, and clear revision priorities.
Next Steps
We map out what to tackle next so revision feels manageable instead of muddy.