Big edit or little edit, we've got you covered: Manuscript Evaluation - The manuscript evaluation is designed for writers who are looking for some solid feedback to get their manuscript to the next level. It includes a single, mindful editorial read-through. It will provide you with a solid narrative assessment that includes a profile of your writing strengths and weaknesses, informed observations about the structure of the story, characters, plot, dialog, genre markers and the use of consistent voice. I’ll also note any glaring weaknesses and affirm story elements that stand out as exceptionally good. Think of it as a professional beta with expert feedback at low cost. (Price Varies from $50 - $300. Let me know what you are looking for.) Story Consultation (Personal Writing Coach I) - This one-on-one tutorial session focuses on your personal writing agenda. Whether it is shaping a new novel, untangling a messy section of writing, or developing effective techniques for your own writing craft, this popular option will help you get to the next step. Clients have also used this option on a regularly scheduled basis to work through the writing process for a book or series. Try it, it works! ($25/hour Skype or by phone) Deep Edit (Personal Writing Coach II) – The Deep Edit is tailor-made to your specifications using as many or as few services as you like. At its robust best, it begins with a meticulous and comprehensive review of your story manuscript, followed by a full content and then a copy edit. I use a developmental editing approach, which keeps the lines of communication open for the whole revision process. Editing is done using Microsoft Word Review, with comments in the margin and some inline notes. Comments are designed to clarify the issues and give you easy and actionable strategies to make the narrative stronger. The Deep Edit also includes a 'Spit and Polish' pass, which is a final read-through after your final revision to make sure things are print ready. Ask for our first-chapter-free trial offer! (Competitively priced by contract) Authentication and Research – Stories that have that authentic ring of truth require accurate and insightful information about the world of the story. BookWyrm Editing is happy to provide a number of content specialists in subjects ranging from medieval medicine to quantum mechanics. Fantasy and action writers will appreciate knowledgeable support with magic, mythology, weaponry, fighting and war craft. Expert consultation also includes world history, religion, psychology and the physical sciences. Editing services can also include feedback on lexical level, illustration content, sentence complexity and vocabulary. (Included in edits or offered as a separate service) |