Services
How can I help you?
I specialize in science fiction, fantasy, and YA, though I'll edit most genres. (While I do mean most genres, there are a few I have too little experience with to be helpful to you. If you're writing poetry or erotica, you should look elsewhere.)
I especially love worldbuilding and brainstorming solutions to problems created by worldbuilding.
If you haven't worked with an editor before, we should talk. I'd like to learn from you what you think is going well with your story and what your biggest concerns are. In other words, what is causing you to seek out an editor? That information will help me guide you to the right edit for your needs.
I always offer to edit up to 1000 words from your work in progress, preferably from the middle. (The beginning tends to get reworked considerably, and the ending tends to be rushed.) While that sample won't show you much about what a developmental edit can do, it does give you an idea of how I communicate.
Developmental Edit
Line Edit
Proofread
If you want to know...
Is the story good?
Then you need a...
Developmental Edit.
Experience a comprehensive developmental edit with me. I'll read your manuscript twice: first to create detailed notes and an editorial plan, and second to mark up your document with precise suggestions using Track Changes. You'll receive a marked-up manuscript, a style sheet, and an editorial letter with structural change recommendations and improvement tips. Perfect for when you need clear, actionable guidance to elevate your story.
If you want to know...
Is the writing good?
Then you need a...
Line Edit.
For a thorough line edit, I review your manuscript line-by-line, using Track Changes to suggest improvements. I fix grammatical errors, refine word choices, and enhance sentence structure without altering the story's deeper elements. You'll receive a heavily marked-up manuscript, perfect for when you're confident no major rewrites are needed. If you're still working on plot or structure, consider a developmental edit instead.
If you want to know...
Is the story ready to share?
Then you need a...
Proofread.
For a meticulous proofread, I scan your manuscript line-by-line, using Track Changes to correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors. This final review polishes your work without altering the story's content or style. You'll receive a clean, error-free manuscript, ready for publication. Ideal for when your manuscript is structurally sound and just needs that last layer of polish. If your manuscript still needs plot or character development, consider a developmental or line edit first.
Editing is my first love, but I offer other services, too.
I offer a range of services to help you succeed with any writing project. From coaching and college admission essay assistance to instructional design and more, I'm here to support you. If it involves the written word and you need help making it the best it can be, I can probably help. Let's work together to turn your ideas into polished, compelling pieces.