Services

It's personal.

Writing is an intimate process. I get that. For years I never showed anyone my creative writing, afraid to show my heart and soul, afraid to feel vulnerable. I struggled during peer reviews in my writing classes and didn’t know how to handle a compliment. It affected my assignments because I knew I wasn’t pouring my soul onto the page. I was holding back my best self and best work.

Years later, as I edited my novel for what seemed like the hundredth time, I realized I couldn’t do it on my own anymore. I needed outside help.

Let me be your help.

Services: Services

Manuscript Full Edit

I’ll read your entire manuscript and focus on your story as a whole. I’ll mark any grammar and spelling issues I find along the way, but my main concern will be on content. Plot, structure, setting, flow, syntax/word choice, and character development are a few examples of what I’ll note in the comments. You can request specific concerns for me to address as well. I will include a detailed letter (3-4 pages) summarizing my thoughts, suggestions, and critiques. I will also follow up with a phone call or email at a later date after you’ve had time to read my notes for a Q&A session. Additional rounds can be negotiated.

$550 for 60,000 words

$2.00 for additional pages (appx 250 words per page)

Manuscript Review

I will read your manuscript in full and include a detailed letter with no in-text edits. This option is more for a freshly written work that you know isn’t ready for detailed edits. You can request specific concerns for me to address as well. I will also follow up with a phone call or email Q&A session at a later date after you’ve had time to read my notes.

$450 for 60,000 words

$2.00 for additional pages (appx 250 words per page)

New Writer or Developmental Edit:

You have a manuscript that you’re just about finished with, but you know it’s missing something. Maybe you’re stuck in the middle or can't figure out how to end it. I will read 100 pages (25,000 words) and a brief summary of where you think the story is heading. You’ll receive basic content and developmental editing of those pages and a 1-2 page detailed letter highlighting strengths, weaknesses, my suggestions for next steps, and any resources or research topics that I think might benefit you. An optional follow up chat is also included. Additional editing services for the remaining pages of your work can be negotiated.

$400 for 100 pages (appx 25,000 words)

Writing Coaching

You have an idea in your head that you think would make a great story. Or, you have a memory you keep reliving and know that if you could only write it down, it’ll make a great read. Let’s talk! As a writing coach, I can help you brainstorm and think in-depth about story structure and possible audience. I’ll help in figuring out plot, forming an outline, planning a schedule with deadlines, and anything else you need to get started. Communication can be by phone, email, or messaging. We can work together to utilize and incorporate my other editing services as well.

$30/hour (consultation, communication, research, reading and evaluating drafts)

Academic Editing:

This option includes proofreading and line editing for the entirety of your essay (term paper, thesis, peer review, etc). It includes a full review of grammar/mechanics, content/content organization, and syntax. It can also include idea/topic brainstorming, developmental editing, outline generator, suggested resources, and any specific requests. Citations and formatting can be checked for MLA, Chicago, or APA style (or more by request). Additional rounds of editing can be negotiated.

$2.00 per page (appx. 250 words per page)

Academic Tutoring

This service could encompass a multitude of things. From getting help with executive functioning, making and sticking to a schedule, daily homework help . . . you name it, let's make it happen. I'm available via Zoom, Skype, phone call, etc. or in person if our location matches. Available for 1 or more students per session.

$18/hr (starting rate)

A few notes:

While no professional editor can guarantee completely error-free work, I will make every effort to return a manuscript that’s as clean as possible
All edits will be done through Track Changes. If you prefer edits be done on physical copies, please contact me to arrange other options
Deadlines and turn-around times will be discussed upon contact
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