Developmental Editing
Developmental editing focuses on the big-picture elements of novel writing, such as plot, characterisation, pacing and genre expectations. It’s usually the first step in the editing process.
My developmental edit includes an editorial report and in-document comments with specific comments/suggestions.
My editorial report
provides insight into fiction theory and genre expectations
discusses historical believability (whether your story makes sense for the period), theme, dialogue and inner monologue, and voice/tone/style
looks out for instances of head-hopping or possible issues of offence
analyses plot, structure, pacing, characterisation and scene versus summary (show, don’t tell)
My editorial report is not:
ghostwriting
line editing
copy editing
proofreading
Developmental editing is for you if:
You feel you need help with the big-picture elements of novel writing.
You want professional feedback on an early draft of your manuscript.
You need some guidance.
Developmental editing typically requires substantial rewriting. However, the contents of my editorial report are suggestions based on my research and knowledge of fiction theory. Ultimately, it’s your book, and you can choose which (if any) of my suggestions you accept.
Prices start at:
0–20,000 words
20,001–50,000 words
50,001–75,000 words
75,001–100,000 words
100,001–150,000 words
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