Great for those who want help with their manuscript but aren't sure what type of editing they'd benefit most from, or who are tidying specific sections to query with. I'll suggest line edits and give you feedback on your characters, plot, and setting to help you determine if your themes are coming through, and suggest tweaks as needed.

I'll also recommend what types of editing you'd benefit most from, and if you choose to continue those with me for your full novel I will apply the cost of your manuscript eval toward your editing package cost.

$25 for first chapter

$60 for first three chapters

$100 for first five chapters

Unsure if everything in your novel is meshing? Don’t want to invest in multiple editors, but want to ensure your book shines? This package is designed to be a one-stop service for authors wanting to prepare their manuscript for publication on a budget! This includes but not limited to:

• 2 rounds of edits

  • 1 developmental (plot, characters, pacing, etc)

  • 1 copy/line editing (grammar, punctuation, sentence flow)

• In-line comments

• Edit letter

• Video call/brainstorming session

$0.013/word (85,000 words x 0.013 = $1,105)

Having a hard time getting your story onto paper? Theme not coming through? Characters sounding flat? Plot not plotting? Need to cut or add A LOT of words to hit your desired length? I’ve got you!

This service focuses on extensive developmental work and detailed feedback for manuscripts that need top-to-bottom renovations. Including but not limited to:

• 2 rounds of developmental/structural edits

  • First round can be done during initial drafting, or both rounds can be applied to finished manuscript)

• In-line comments

• Chapter by chapter edit letters

• Video calls/brainstorming sessions throughout

$0.03/word (85,000 words x 0.03 = $2,250)

Want to be sure that your book has done your story justice? With this option, I will thoroughly read and provide edits to your completed first draft. We’ll explore character arcs/development, evaluate voice, clarity, pacing, themes, and overall engagement. I will provide detailed suggestions on how to correct any issues identified. This service includes but is not limited to:

• 1 round of edits

• In-line comments

• Edit letter

• Video call/brainstorming session

$0.01/word (85,000 words x 0.01 = $850)

Confident in your story, but want to make sure all the I’s are dotted and T’s are crossed in the words you used to tell it? This is a package designed for authors looking to polish their manuscript for publication on a budget rather than hiring separate editors for each service. Includes but is not limited to:

• 1 round of edits

• Checking punctuation, spelling, word usage, style consistency, capitalization

• Polishing sentence flow, catching overused/redundant words, tweaking awkward phrasing

$0.0075/word (85,000 x 0.0075 = $637.50)

Sure of your story, but want to be sure of the wording and clarity of your sentences? This service is one round of edits focusing on syntax and flow. It includes suggested revisions to awkward phrasing, checking for voice consistency, clarity, and suggesting alternatives for overused/redundant words. Does not include plot feedback or extensive copyediting (punctuation will be corrected only in instances where suggesting new phrasing to a passage).

$0.006/word (85,000 words x 0.006 = $510)

Need to be sure all the pesky grammar rules have been followed so that nothing distracts from your story? This service is one round of edits utilizing the Chicago Manual of Style (unless specified otherwise) to correct grammar, punctuation, spelling, word usage, tone/style consistency. Does not include full rephrasing of passages (line edits) or plot feedback (developmental edits).

$0.0055/word (85,000 words x 0.0055 = $467.50)

99% sure your book is ready to publish, but want one last set of eyes on it to catch typos? This is one round of edits designed to be the final review on an already polished manuscript. Includes checking for consistency and adherence to style choices made by author and previous editor(s), correcting indentation/formatting of paragraphs, fact-checking, reviewing punctuation, spelling, and capitalization. Does not include full rephrasing of passages (line edits) or plot feedback (developmental edits).

$0.005/word (85,000 words x 0.005 = $425)

One read-through and general reader feedback. Includes in-line comments pointing out pacing, character, or flow issues, as well as thoughts/vibe check. Cannot combine with editing services.

DO NOT use in place of editing, as this will not include any suggested revisions to any identified issues, no attention to copyedit areas, no edit letter, and no video call.

$0.005/word (85,000 words x 0.005 = $425)

Is there a bigger nightmare as an author than someone asking you to describe your own work? With this service, I will read your completed manuscript and provide engaging blurb copy at your desired lengths (typically 100, 250, or 500 words).

$75 as add-on to editing service

Interested in pursuing traditional publishing for your book? I will write a query letter for you and/or provide revisions to your existing draft, taking into account what has resulted in manuscript requests from literary agents in my own queries as well as past clients.

$75 for letter writing from scratch + up to 2 revisions or $30 for 2 rounds of revisions to existing letter draft.

Querying literary agents? Chances are, you’ll be asked for a synopsis of your book so that agents can evaluate the full plot (including spoilers). With this service, I’ll read your manuscript and provide you with a one-page synopsis showcasing your story’s plot and themes that’s ready for agents and publishing houses!

$100 as add-on to editing service

Hoping to participate in some Twitter pitch contests with your manuscript to catch the eye of literary agents and publishing houses? No problem! With this service, I’ll read your manuscript and craft a package of 5 pitches (tweet-length or shorter) that can be used for contests or query forms requesting a one-sentence pitch.

$100 for 5 pitches as add-on to editing service