Developmental Editing

A developmental edit is a thorough review of the manuscript, focusing on larger issues like structure, tone, organization, plot, characterization, and stylistic elements. It illuminates overarching and minor issues, and it outlines suggestions for how to resolve them. The author receives a detailed editorial letter (five+ pages), along with edits directly in the manuscript. The editorial letter identifies broad issues involving structure, pacing, development, and flow. The editor also marks the manuscript via Track Changes with notes to support the letter and to point out granular issues specific to sentences and paragraphs. Once the author has had the opportunity to review the developmental edit, the editor will be available to discuss any questions about the editorial review and next steps.

How It Works:

• I review the first few chapters of your manuscript.

• We schedule a call to chat about the book (process, vision, etc.).

• If we decide to move forward, we agree on a fee (typically around .06/word) and a schedule.

• I send along a contract.

• I get to work!

• I send along a marked-up manuscript and an editorial memo (5+ pages).

• We schedule a follow-up call to discuss the edit and any questions you might have.