Big Picture Editing for Indie Authors

Developmental editing looks at the big picture of your story. Instead of focusing on grammar or word choice, I’ll give you detailed feedback on plot, pacing, character arcs, and structure. This is the stage where we shape your book into the strongest version it can be, whether that means rearranging chapters, strengthening conflict, or deepening character motivation. You’ll receive an editorial letter plus in-manuscript comments with suggestions and ideas for revisions.

Developmental Editing

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$999.99

Developmental Editing - 25k words

$400

Developmental Editing - 50k words

$730

Developmental Editing - 100k words

$1,335

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Finished your first draft, but need someone to take a big-picture look at your work? I offer comprehensive developmental editing that's perfect for authors who need someone to double check their continuity, pacing, structure etc.

I offer comprehensive developmental editing for books in the following genres:

Horror/Thriller
Romance (including 18+ and dark romance)
High Fantasy

When you order developmental editing, I’ll reach out within 48 hours (Tuesday through Friday) to confirm your manuscript details. Once I’ve received your manuscript, I’ll get to work examining the story and making notes where needed.

Here’s what I’ll be looking at during the editing process:

The overall plot of the work
Pacing of chapters and scenes
Character arcs and relationship development
The structure of the work

This service is great for authors who have a draft and need their work polished, but need help with the story itself, rather than the technical elements. If you need line editing or proofreading, I offer those services, too.

FAQs

Yes! As a steamy writer myself, I understand it can be difficult finding editors to work with 18+ content. I offer the same standard of editing on erotica as I do with all other genres, and I'd be happy to lend a hand!
Turn-around depends on both the length of works being edited, and the complexity of the edits required.
Whilst I strive to turn in the work as quickly as possible, please reach out to me if you have a hard deadline - I can meet strict deadlines so long as I have a heads up.
Please note that I have an order queue, and that you may need to wait a week or two before I can get to your order. As mentioned above, send me an email with your deadlines - and I'll see what I can shimmy around in my diary (rush fees can also be paid for urgent delivery, please let me know via email if this is something you require).
I can use either Microsoft Word or Google Docs to complete your order. Please let me know which software works for you, and I can make sure I use the appropriate one.
In most cases, I will default to Microsoft Word - these files will be delivered back to you as a .docx file.
Developmental editing is about the story as a whole (plot, pacing, characters), while line editing focuses on the wording and style of each sentence.
I’ll make comments and suggestions for changes, but the rewriting is left to you. That way, your voice stays intact.
If you’re still shaping your story and want feedback on what’s working and what isn’t, developmental editing is the best choice.