Sometimes a copy edit isn’t enough. If your manuscript needs structural work — whether that’s tightening the plot, strengthening character arcs, or reshaping scenes — developmental editing gives your story the tough love it needs.
What I’ll do for you:
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Assess your overall plot and pacing
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Identify what to trim (and what to expand)
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Reorder or refine scenes for maximum impact
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Help your characters’ voices ring true
Unlike copy editing, developmental editing focuses less on word-by-word polish and more on the story itself. You’ll see plenty of margin notes and feedback, guiding you through revisions with clarity and direction.
How it works:
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I read and map out your manuscript for a bird’s-eye view of your story.
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We meet (by phone, chat, or video) to discuss your goals and my findings.
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Together, we work through your story section by section to ensure everything fits seamlessly.
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You’ll have three additional meetings for continued support.
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Once revisions are complete, your project gets a final copy edit — the finishing touch after all that new writing.
Investment: $2,500 for 80,000 words (or $0.031 per word).
Introductory rates apply.