Developmental Editing – In developmental editing (also called content editing), I analyze the larger parts of the story, and give feedback and guidance on aspects such as characters, plot, setting & worldbuilding, theme, and structure. I may also cover other elements, like subtext, context, audience experience and appeal, relationships, and narrative pacing. This edit focuses on what the story is.
Line Editing – In line editing, I go through the manuscript line by line, evaluating the way the story is written and looking at such things as descriptions, dialogue, blocking, flow, line-by-line continuity, specificity, clarity in meaning, sentence structure, word choice, and how accurately the writer is communicating to the reader. I will consider how the writer can communicate more powerfully. I may also watch for grammatical issues and reoccurring punctuation problems. This edit focuses on how the story is told.
* I'm only taking a limited amount of line editing at this time.
Manuscript Evaluation – In a manuscript evaluation, I will simply read through the manuscript and give overall, general feedback in an editorial letter. I will talk about how both the story and writing can be improved. This is quicker and more budget friendly than my content edit, but not as deep.
Consultation Calls – If I'm not too scheduled, I will sometimes do consultation calls. If you are having struggles with the craft and need to talk it out with someone, we can set up a time to do just that. I'll listen to your story troubles and provide my best real time feedback (and if necessary, a follow-up email with resources to help you).
Pricing: $30 per hour
For all information on my editing services--including testimonials--please visit FawkesEditing.com
Contact: SeptemberCFawkes[at]gmail[dot]com
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