Congratulations on completing a novel!

Do you know how few people who say they are going to do this never actually do? This is a huge accomplishment!

If you’ve finished – or revised several times – and don’t know where to go from here, a Developmental Edit and Manuscript Evaluation can help. For both services I will look at the foundational editorial concerns including the point and purpose of the novel, clear cause-and-effect story trajectory, and the emotional journey of the protagonist, as well as looking for some of the most common manuscript mistakes (not starting in the right place, not enough conflict or narrative drive, shifting POVs, no clear resolution, etc). After, you will have a clearer idea of how to move forward on your revisions.

With a Manuscript Evaluation, you get the advantage of someone who is able to review your novel from an “outsiders” perspective. I will read through your book and give you an overall idea of what is and isn’t working yet.

This service can help if:

• • • You know something isn’t right yet with your novel, but you don’t know what that is.
    • You’re getting passes (or Revise and Resubmit) from agents and editors and think it might be the novel (rather than the synopsis or query letter).
    • You’ve self-published a novel, and it’s not selling or getting poorly reviewed.

 

With a Developmental Edit you’ll get a deeper level of evaluation and feedback, including inline edits and comments to show what’s working as well as where you can strengthen your manuscript. I’ll point out places where challenges repeat, where things are confusing or not holding together, and more – right on the manuscript page.

This service can help if:

• • • Your draft is complete, and you are ready to make clear and substantive revisions.
    • This is your first novel and you’re not sure what’s there, what’s not, and what needs to be done next
    • Your an established writer who wants the support of a trained editor who can give you a different perspective.

 

For either project, you will submit:

• A complete project intake questionnaire,
• A one-page book summary,
• Your full manuscript.

 

For the Manuscript Evaluation, you will receive:

• A thorough read through of your manuscript,
• An editorial letter, at least 5-7 pages long, highlighting your manuscript’s strengths and weaknesses along with actionable recommendations for next steps,
• A follow up Zoom call (of up to 60 minutes) to discuss feedback and next steps.

Full Manuscript Evaluation: .01/word

 

For a Developmental Edit, you will receive:

• A deep dive into your manuscript (at least three full reviews)
• An editorial letter, at least 5-7 pages long, highlighting your manuscript’s strengths and weaknesses along with actionable recommendations for next steps,
• Inline comments throughout the manuscript highlighting how these issues are specifically affecting your novel,
• A follow up Zoom call (of at least 60 minutes) to discuss feedback and next steps,
• Additional exercises or recommendations if needed, to clarify backstory, character arcs, narrative drive and more.

Developmental Edit: $500 + .02/word

 

You will receive a $200 discount on any 3+ month package if you choose to continue with coaching after this evaluation.

Find out if a Developmental Edit and Full Manuscript Evaluation is right for you by scheduling a free 30-minute Discovery Call