![]() This allows for macroscopic problems with organization, plot, characterization, exposition, dialog, point of view, and so forth to be ironed out in advance of the fine-tuning, final edit. Due to the complexity of novels and memoirs, it makes sense for a writer to bring the story up to the highest standard possible (through a critique followed by revisions) before submitting the manuscript for copy editing. ![]() If you’ve already had help from a qualified story editor-or if you’re a seasoned, published author-I will probably recommend skipping the critique and moving directly to the line-by-line edit. (If the writing needs a lot of work, two content edits may be necessary.) If you’re having trouble with a meandering, confusing manuscript that has spiraled out of control, or you want to structure your book in advance of starting the writing, I recommend author coaching, which entails my careful review of your materials followed by detailed advice on “where to go from here.” Author coaching may include manuscript reviews, phone consultations, outline creation, and written feedback-whatever you need to get back on track.įor novelists and memoir writers, I generally recommend a critique (developmental edit) followed by author revisions and then, if the manuscript is close to publishable, a line edit or copy edit. (Please see my Testimonials page.)įor most nonfiction authors, if you feel you’ve polished the manuscript to the best of your ability, I recommend a content edit generally followed by a copy edit. They have won contests and literary awards, written bestsellers and international bestsellers. With my guidance, clients have found agents in markets where they were told it was impossible. ![]() While I won’t directly connect you with agents and publishers, the materials I help you produce will be of a quality that wins their respect and attention. I’m there for you at every stage of the process whenever you feel you need me, from brainstorming and structuring clear through to the finish line. I also offer help with query letters, book titles, book proposals, and marketing materials. Scroll down to see the types of editing available, along with a detailed description of the differences between them. While I specialize in developmental editing (content editing), I offer the full range of professional manuscript-editing services in both fiction and nonfiction. Nonfiction: p ersonal development, how-to, psychology, memoir, biography, spirituality, Christian, business, real estate, education, health, and humorįiction: thriller, mystery, sci-fi, fantasy, young adult, children’s, women’s, historical fiction, literary fiction, and Christian Literary Services (If you are writing a memoir, see this informative article.) I consider books in all other genres, both fiction and nonfiction. To do my best work, it’s important that I like and believe in your manuscript. So I only accept books I’d honestly like to read. I avoid two genres: horror and erotica. Together we hone a manuscript into the best it can be. My standard is excellence, and the authors I work with resonate with that value. When your book is finished, there’ll be no hidden errors or weak spots coming back to embarrass you later.Įvery book I accept, I handle personally. You may ask only for correction of grammar and punctuation, but if your book has deeper issues, I will detect them, point them out, and recommend a more thorough edit. ![]() (See my About page for details about my background.) I thoroughly examine every manuscript that comes across my desk. I’m a veteran senior editor, having served as editor in chief of a publishing house, a small university press. That’s what an editor is for, to get you over that hump. That means it must meet or exceed publication standards. It’s also one of my greatest pleasures.įor your book to reach and move the audience for whom you intend it, you want it to be of the highest quality. Professional manuscript editing is my job. I’m humbled and honored to be a part of that process. It’s an exciting experience for author and editor alike, seeing a book take shape, turning from something raw and wild into actualization of its promise. Professional Manuscript Editing–How It WorksĪs a midwife helps a mother through the final stages of birthing her child, an editor helps authors through the final stages of birthing their book.
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