Do you have an idea but aren’t sure how to write your first story, novel, or memoir? Do you have a rough draft but don’t know what your next steps should be? Have you written and thoroughly revised a book and need a fresh set of eyes on it before sending to an agent or publisher or taking the plunge with self-publishing?
I can help you with any of the above, as well as shorter projects that need a polishing brush. I’m happy to work with works of any genre—fiction, non-fiction, academic works, poetry.
There are several different types, or levels, of editing. Here are the most common types of editing that editors perform.
Developmental editing/coaching:
guiding authors through the process of developing an idea from its inception into a cohesive plan, outline, and rough draft;
identifying areas for further development and organization;
providing manuscript critique as needed.
Substantive editing (aka content editing, line editing, stylistic editing):
clarifying meaning, eliminating jargon, polishing language;
line-by-line editing for smoothness and clarity while maintaining author’s voice and style;
rewriting and reorganizing text as needed.
Copyediting/proofreading:
correcting spelling, grammar, usage, and punctuation.
I am a writing coach:
My specialty as a writing coach is with developmental editing. I have a knack for coaching writers to get their words onto the page. All you need is the beginning of your idea, and I can help guide you to a plan. I have a keen sense for recognizing gaps in storylines as well as the ability to ask questions that will help your self-help book or memoir stand out.