The relationship between editor and author is uniquely personal. As such, I offer a sample 1,000-word edit at no charge so that we can determine if we are a right fit for each other. All editorial work will be done in MS Word using the review & comment functions to offer suggestions for corrections and improvements. I will not correct your manuscript unless requested.
Novel Services
Include but are not limited to:
Beta-reading
- a summary opinion of what worked and what didn’t work for me in your novel from a reader’s perspective at the end of each chapter
- an overall review of the work
- I will not beta-read manuscripts I have worked on as it defeats the purpose of having a fresh critique
- $20/hour USD*
Developmental & Structural Editing
- Analysis of plot, characterization, themes, tone, pacing
- Review of novel and chapter structure
- Suggestions for story improvement and flow
- Consistency in style and voice
- 2 passes – one initial manuscript review and one review of re-writes
- Feedback to be provided via MS Word and an editorial letter
- Basic stylistic analysis to identify major style issues including:
- Filter words
- Infodumps
- Active vs passive voice
- Repetition
- Grammar and spelling
- Awkward phrasing
- Review of unnecessary modifiers and phrases
- Consistency in names, physical features of characters
- Verification of factual details
- Confirmation of scene choreography with a special focus on physical scenes indicating movement
- Please note the stylistic analysis does not replace copy or line editing but it will assist you in identifying your most common style issues
- $40/hour USD*
Resume and Cover Letter Services
- Formatting
- Active language
- Brevity with detail
- Grammar
- Consultation to highlight your achievements
- Tone
*Please contact me at grayplumeediting@gmail.com for a quote. An hourly word count will be determined after a sample edit.
