If you’re here, it means you’re ready to hire a developmental editor. Awesome! But being ready doesn’t mean it’s easy or that you know how to proceed. You may wonder: How do I know what to look for in an editor?Where do good editors hang out?How will I figure out if an editor is a…
By now, you’ve learned a lot about what developmental editing is, how to prepare for it, and how to choose an editor. You may be curious about working with me, but you’re not sure whether my feedback style and approach will be the right fit. What is it actually like to work with me? What…
You’ve spent months (or years) writing a novel. It’s your magnum opus, your passion project—the product of hundreds of hours and thousands of written words. You love it, you care about it, your grandma thinks it’s amazing, but… you’ve been through it so many times, you don’t know whether it’s a masterpiece or the literary…
If you’re thinking about getting a developmental edit, your brain may feel like a swirling whirlpool of emotions: Feeling stuck, wanting to improve as a writer, longing for constructive criticism from someone who knows—an expert in the craft who will help take your manuscript to another level. You might feel uneasy about showing your work…
You’ve heard that a developmental edit can lead to breakthroughs, improved writing, strong storytelling, and a much better book. But maybe you’re thinking, “Okay, but what exactly did the editor say that led to those changes? What does a developmental edit actually look like?” It all sounds mysterious and potentially scary. I get it! I’ve…
Developmental editing is a powerful way to make your book better, but you have bills to pay, groceries to buy, your vehicle needs repair, your dog got sick and had to go to the vet, and you just blew what remained of your budget on a dental emergency. It’s going to take time for you…