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Unlocking Your Manuscript's Full Potential - Good Ideas to Great Stories.
My developmental editing service dives deep into the heart of your story, offering thorough, honest, and encouraging feedback to help your work shine.
Genres I Work With:
I am currently accepting developmental editing requests for the following genres (includes all sub-genres):
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Fantasy
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Romance
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Dystopian
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Paranormal
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Contemporary Women's Fiction
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Science Fiction
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Historical Fiction
What You’ll Get:
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A big-picture analysis covering everything from structure, pacing, conflict, narrative voice and prose, imagery, immersion, character development, dialogue, and themes
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Commentary through the manuscript on what’s working (positive notes to feed your writers soul), what isn’t (areas to cut), and actionable feedback for improvement (in-depth, evidence-based suggestions)
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Editorial letter of 6–8 pages, summarizing key insights and next steps for revision and development
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Follow-up support: Got questions after you’ve read the edits? I’m happy to clarify on our optional follow up call!
Note: I do not provide developmental editing services for AI-generated manuscripts.
Who It's For:
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Novelists (first draft or fifth!) seeking a fresh, professional perspective
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Writers aiming to strengthen character arcs, tighten plots, or elevate their storytelling craft.
Rates:
$0.018 AUD per word
(For example, an 85,000 word manuscript developmental edit would cost $1,530 AUD)
How Long Does it Take?
You will receive your developmental edit feedback within 6 weeks of receiving your confirmation of payment and received manuscript email.
Why Work With Me?
As an award-winning short fiction writer, judge, and coach, I have a lifetime of writing experience and a keen eye for technique. I am thorough, enthusiastic, and have a passion for helping writers grow; I have helped many writers develop their manuscripts from rough draft to compelling novel. My edit is always tailored to your goals, your voice, and your vision, which we will discuss in a 1-1 call before commencing an edit to ensure I’m the right fit for your project.
Start Your Journey
An in-depth, honest, and encouraging developmental edit on a completed manuscript, aimed at identifying areas of strength and opportunities for improvement.