For Writers

See your manuscript with fresh eyes

It can be difficult to see a manuscript as a new reader will, especially after you have spent significant time drafting and revising it. As a developmental editor, I provide an informed outside perspective on your manuscript's strengths, what may be unclear to readers, and where revision can make the greatest difference.

My feedback addresses story structure, pacing, character development, point of view, and the interplay among plotlines, themes, and other central elements. I don't co-write or rewrite your manuscript. Instead, I provide a clear editorial assessment and actionable recommendations you can use to revise with clarity and confidence.

New to working with an editor?

Learn a bit more about working with an editor in this 2026 presentation I gave to a local writing group.

Working with an Editor.pdf

Contact me to schedule a free 30-minute consultation.

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Services

I offer a range of services tailored to where you are in your writing process. We’ll start with a free introductory call to discuss your project, goals, timeline, and what to expect from an edit. I’ll also ask you to send me a sample of your work. From there, I’ll provide a proposed editing plan and estimate designed for your manuscript and revision needs.

Beta Read

Select this service if you’d like feedback on your overall manuscript from a reader’s point of view. This is an ideal option if you want a fresh perspective on your work or you’re not sure what type of edit you need.

What's Included

One read-through; short summary (2-3 pages) including overall impression, strengths, and areas for improvement from the reader's perspective.

Timeline: 1-2 weeks

Cost: Varies by manuscript length and genre. Pricing aligns with industry standard rates.

Manuscript Evaluation

Select this service if you'd like high-level feedback on an early draft with a focus on strengths and big-picture areas for improvement.

What's Included

One read-through; in-script notes; a short editorial letter (3-5 pages) summarizing strengths and big-picture areas for improvement, such as plot, flow, story arc, character development, and style.

Timeline: 2-6 weeks

Cost: Varies by manuscript length and genre. Pricing aligns with industry standard rates.

Developmental Edit

Select this service if you'd like a deep evaluation of your completed manuscript, focusing on big-picture issues, along with detailed feedback and recommendations.

What's Included

Pre-call to align on project details, goals, and expectations; two read-throughs; detailed markup and comments in the script; a detailed editorial letter (8-10 pages).

Timeline: 4-8 weeks

Cost: Varies by manuscript length and genre. Pricing aligns with industry standard rates.

Line Edit

Select this service (after you've addressed big picture structural elements) for a detailed line-by-line edit that focuses on flow, pace, clarity, word choice, and consistency at the sentence and paragraph levels.

What's Included

Two read-throughs; detailed markup and comments in the script; a short editorial letter (2-3 pages) summarizing feedback and recommendations.

Timeline: 4-6 weeks

Cost: Varies by manuscript length and genre. Pricing aligns with industry standard rates.

Looking for something else?

I offer a range of writing and editing services beyond what's listed on my site. Reach out for a free consultation.

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