Why Hire a Professor Editor?
Ever heard the saying, "You can't teach your own children"? Well, the same goes for editing your own work, regardless of your experience or background. While beta readers and critique partners offer valuable input, engaging a professional editor offers an entirely different level of expertise.
Professional editing not only delivers expert feedback but also keeps you abreast of current industry trends and effective strategies to enhance the marketability of your book.
Whether you're considering self-publishing or querying literary agents, professional editing is essential for ensuring your manuscript meets industry standards and stands out in a competitive market.
Elevate Your Manuscript: Professional Developmental Editing Services
Meet Kirsten, an aspiring author with a captivating debut novel in her YA series. Excited to take her manuscript to the next level, Kirsten sought professional guidance to refine her work before embarking on the journey to secure a literary agent.
My tailored feedback not only brought Kirsten's manuscript up to industry standards but also equipped her with the confidence to begin the querying process successfully. By leveraging my expertise, Kirsten now stands poised to captivate literary agents and publishers alike with her polished storytelling.
“Anne viewed the novel as an editor and a consumer, which allowed her to understand how to help me best. The process was very smooth and helped with the overall process both on my end and hers." - Kirsten, Writer
Editorial Services:
Formal Book Review: This service involves a comprehensive review of your manuscript, offering expert feedback on story structure, character development, and overall writing strengths and areas for improvement to enhance your work. This included a formal written review. Additionally, it includes a 60-minute one-on-one follow-up session to discuss the review in detail and explore potential next steps.
Who is right for this service?
This service is ideal for writers who have finished their first draft and are unsure where to begin with the editing process. It also caters to writers who are preparing to query or submit their manuscript and seek professional feedback on its current readiness and potential for success.
Investment: $750
Developmental Edit: This editing service offers an in-depth exploration of your manuscript, emphasizing story and character development. It includes detailed written feedback with in-document notes, along with a 60-minute one-on-one follow-up session to delve into the review and discuss possible next steps.
Who is right for this service?
This service is designed for writers who have finished their first draft and seek professional feedback primarily on story structure. Typically, these writers have already received input from beta readers and critique partners before engaging a professional editor.
Investment: $2,000
Line/Detail Edit: This editing service provides a thorough examination of your manuscript, emphasizing line editing. It includes detailed written feedback with extensive in-document notes, as well as a 60-minute one-on-one follow-up session to discuss the review comprehensively and consider next steps.
Who is right for this service?
This service is tailored for writers who have completed their first draft, undergone developmental editing, received feedback from beta readers and/or critique partners, and are now seeking a final edit to polish and refine their manuscript before submission.
Investment: $4,000