My Editing Philosophy

My editing philosophy is rooted in the art of alchemy, where raw elements are transformed into something greater! Just as an alchemist carefully balances materials to create gold, I work meticulously with words—refining, reshaping, and perfecting them. Each draft is like base metal, full of potential, and through the process of editing, it evolves into a polished manuscript. My goal is to help you reveal the untapped potential in your writing, turning your ideas into a cohesive, powerful narrative that shines with clarity and purpose.

2025 rates

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  • Novels up to 75,000 words: $600
    Novels 75,001 to 100,000 words: $800
    Novels 100,001 words and up:     Ask for a customized quote

    • Ideal if you’re seeking more insight than a beta read but can’t commit to a full developmental edit

    • Offers a professional review of your story's structure, themes, and character arcs, highlighting strengths and areas for improvement without diving into sentence-level edits

    • Key areas of focus include:

      • Big-Picture Feedback: Plot holes, pacing, and overall flow

      • Character Development: Assessing character arcs

      • POV & Theme: Evaluating consistency and impact

    • After reading, you will receive a report that outlines the strengths of your manuscript, pinpoints areas that need improvement, and offers actionable suggestions to help elevate your story

    • It’s the perfect solution for budget-conscious writers seeking professional guidance!

  • Starting at 1.75 cents per word (.0175/word)

    • Ideal for fiction, nonfiction, short stories, and poetry

    • I will read every word of your manuscript, enhancing clarity, flow, and style

    • Key areas of focus include:

      • Sentence Construction: Refining awkward phrasing and ensuring smooth transitions

      • Pacing: Addressing choppy flow to maintain reader engagement

      • Word Choice: Enhancing vocabulary while preserving your unique voice

      • Clarity: Tackling minor showing vs. telling issues for a more vivid narrative

      • Grammar and Mechanics: Correcting grammar, spelling, punctuation, and typos

      • Dialogue: Ensuring proper handling of dialogue and tags for authenticity

    • After editing, you'll receive a style sheet detailing:

      • Consistency notes (spelling, numerals, punctuation)

      • Feedback on overall readability and structure

      • Encouragement and observations to support your writing journey

    • I will tailor edits to align with your preferred style guide (Chicago is standard)

    *Combined line/copy editing and proofreading starts at 2.5 cents per word (.025/word)

  • Starting at 1.15 cents per word (.0115/word)

    • Ideal for fiction, nonfiction, short stories, and poetry

    • I’ll meticulously check every word, correcting mechanical issues and errors to ensure your manuscript is error-free

    • Key areas of focus include:

      • Grammar and Punctuation: Ensuring proper English usage

      • Typos and Spelling: Fixing misspellings and typos

      • Formatting: Consistency in style, hyphenation, and spacing

    • After proofreading, you’ll receive a clean, corrected manuscript ready for publication

    *Combined line/copy editing and proofreading starts at 2.5 cents per word (.025/word)

  • Starting at 1.35 cents per word (.0135/word)

    • Perfect for short stories, essays, poetry, or sections of fiction

    • Workshopping is a collaborative, content-focused review aimed at helping you understand what works in your piece and where you can improve

    • I’ll offer insights into structure, character, themes, and overall narrative flow

    • Key areas of focus include:

      • Content Feedback: Strengths, weaknesses, and potential areas for improvement

      • Constructive Critique: Suggestions to elevate your work’s impact

      • Minimal Grammar Focus: Major errors may be noted, but the emphasis is on storytelling

Meet the Literary Alchemist

In high school, I was known as the smart girl who read a lot of books. Now, I channel that love of literature into editing them!

As a writer with a bachelor's degree in editing and publishing and a minor in creative writing, I'm passionate about helping authors use clear and effective writing to share their stories. Throughout my education, I have developed critical writing and editing skills in academic and creative nonfiction writing, as well as in a variety of fiction subgenres.