That depends on where you are in the process. Developmental editing is a good fit if you’re revising big-picture story elements or getting agent feedback that calls for substantial changes. If you’ve already done extensive story revisions and want sentence-level polish, line editing may be the best option. Manuscript evaluations offer high-level feedback without in-text editing and are often a good starting point.

You can use the cost estimate calculator for a ballpark figure. Final pricing depends on several variables, and rates may change.

Bundled services are available. For example, adding line editing to a developmental edit comes with a 20% discount.

I’m trained as a copy editor, but I typically focus on story-level and line-level work. If you need copy editing, I’m happy to recommend excellent copy editors.

Sensitivity reading isn’t one of my services, though I do flag potential sensitivity issues during developmental and line editing. For focused sensitivity reads—or areas outside my experience—I can help you find a qualified sensitivity reader.

Editing can help ensure your manuscript is as strong as possible for querying, and I also offer support with synopses and query letters. I don’t connect clients directly with agents, but I recommend using the latest guide to literary agents and researching agents who actively represent your genre.

Yes. For new clients, a 25% deposit is due when the contract is signed. The remaining balance is due upon project completion.