EDITING SERVICES FOR ASPIRING AUTHORS
Whatever your genre, my goal is to help you make your book the best it can be.
Manuscript assessments
As an author, you’re understandably close to your creation, so it’s always good to have an objective and professional opinion. My manuscript critiques provide detailed feedback on the structure of your book, its marketability, and its overall strengths and weaknesses. My goal is to advise you on ways to improve your story to produce a final product that will engage your target readers.
Developmental editing
Developmental editing takes a closer look at the overall structure of your story. Strong chapter openings, realistic characterisation, dialogue, and an effective conclusion, are just some of the important aspects of story craft. I can assist you in addressing these ‘big picture’ elements before moving on to the finer details.
Line editing
Correcting grammar, spelling, and punctuation is done during line editing, and consistency of style is applied throughout the book. I’ll do basic fact-checking and give attention to rhythm, repetition, and appropriate word choice. Your author’s voice will be respected and you are always free to reject any edit or suggestion you don’t agree with. After this stage, your manuscript is one step closer to being published!