Developmental
Edit
for suspense, thriller, dystopian, and post-apocalyptic genres
In-depth
feedback
A developmental edit is one of the first steps in the editing process and provides in-depth and specific feedback about the strengths and weaknesses of your manuscript.
You'll no longer besecond-guessing your revisiondecisions.
Structure, plot, andcharacterization are examplesof story-level elements.
Editorial
letter
A developmental edit includes a letter with sections for story-level elements. Those sections will evaluate if your book is working and if it may need improvements for that element.
annotated
manuscript
A developmental edit uses Microsoft Word’s track changes feature to leave comments and suggestions inside your manuscript.
You'll knowexactly where you needto fix something.
Developmentaledit Features
PASSES
I’ll read through your manuscript at least two times to analyze it and see if your major elements are working.
IN-LINE COMMENTS
You’ll receive inline comments directly in your manuscript pointing out what works and what areas need improvement.
EDITORIAL LETTER
I’ll take notes from my in-depth read-through and write an editorial letter highlighting the book’s strengths and weaknesses.
FOLLOW-UP EMAIL
You’ll receive four rounds of emails about any follow-up questions you may have.
FORMAT
Your manuscript will need to be in a Microsoft Word doc. Read How to prepare your manuscript for editing.
Peace of mind
A developmental edit brings peace of mind by showing you how to improve your book and assuring you that it has potential.
Which service is right for your project?
Download a PDF showing the differences between an editorial assessment and a developmental edit.
| Editorial Assessment | Developmental Edit | |
|---|---|---|
|
Passes |
1 |
2+ |
|
In-Line Comments |
No |
Yes |
|
Editorial Letter |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Follow-Up Email |
2 rounds |
4 rounds |
Discuss a
Project
Start by filling out a questionnaire where you tell me about your novel and your goals. Then, I’ll contact you with an editorial package tailored for your book. This package will determine the exact rate for your manuscript.
