Alpha
Reading
A first look at your manuscript with broad feedback regarding the plot, characters, and setting. Offers direction moving forward into edits. A mini version of Developmental Editing.
For authors who…
Are working on an early draft
Are seeking direction and guidance in their editing process
Know their book needs major structural help but don’t know where to start
Includes:
A questionnaire broadly outlining major structural strengths and weaknesses
Suggestion on how to move forward in your editing process
A complementary style guide template
Pricing:
80k words or less. . . $150
80k-110k words. . . $175
110k words +. . . $200
Developmental
Editing
Review and revision of the major components of the story, such as plot, character development, setting, world building, etc. A more in-depth version of Alpha Reading.
For authors who…
Are working on an early draft
Want in-depth suggestions on big-picture components
Want to elevate the foundation of their book before polishing
Includes:
In-line suggestions
A 5-10 page editorial letter evaluating your major structural components in detail
A complementary style guide template
Pricing:
0.03¢ per word
Examples:
-60k words. . . $1,800
-80k words. . . $2,400
-100k words. . . $3,000
-120k words. . . $3,600
Line
Editing
Line-by-line suggestions to improve prose, including voice, articulation, style, clarity, flow, and tone. Thorough suggestions throughout the entire manuscript.
For authors who…
Have completed developmental edits and are ready for sentence-level refinement
Want help elevating their descriptions, articulation, and impact
Want professional feedback and suggestions prior to proofreading and publication
Includes:
Detailed in-line suggestions on how to improve your prose
A complementary style guide template
Pricing:
0.02¢ per word
Examples:
-60k words. . . $1,200
-80k words. . . $1,600
-100k words. . . $2,000
-120k words. . . $2,400
Beta
Reading
A detailed review of the entire manuscript with moderately detailed feedback aimed to offer a reader reaction prior to publishing. Analysis of how your book may fit into the current market.
For authors who…
Have a final draft
Want honest reader feedback prior to publication to gauge your audience’s reaction to your novel
Want to ensure there are no sneaky plot holes or inconsistencies in their story
Includes:
A questionnaire evaluating your book’s overall strengths and weaknesses and my reaction from a reader’s perspective.
A complementary style guide template
Pricing:
80k words or less. . . $250
80k-110k words. . . $275
110k words +. . . $300
Add-Ons
30 Minute Follow-Up Call
Recommended for reading services
$25.00
60 Minute Follow-Up Call
Recommended for editing services
$50.00
Style Guide (filled out for you)
Cheat-sheet for formatting choices and character/setting descriptions
$100.00
Editing Packages
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Includes:
Alpha Read
Beta Read
Complementary Style Guide Template
Complementary Follow-Up Call x2
Offer:
15% Off
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Includes:
Alpha Read
Line Edit
Complementary Style Guide
Complementary Follow-Up Call x2
Offer:
15% Off
-
Includes:
Line Edit
Beta Read
Complementary Style Guide
Complementary Follow-Up Call x2
Offer:
15% Off
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Includes:
Alpha Read
Line Edit
Beta Read
Complementary Style Guide
Complementary Follow-Up Call x3
Offer:
15% Off
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Includes:
Developmental Edit
Line Edit
Complementary Style Guide
Complementary Follow-Up Call x2
Offer:
20% Off
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Includes:
Developmental Edit
Line Edit
Beta Read
Complementary Style Guide
Complementary Follow-Up Call x3
Offer:
20% Off
For information about pricing and payments, please schedule a consultation.