I can help you with . . .

Developmental Editing

Is your story not quite working, but you’re not sure why? I can help you pinpoint the problematic parts, find solutions, and implement them in an efficient, engaging way. I’ll look at things like plot, structure, and character development, and make sure every element is pulling its weight.

Line editing & copyediting

You’ve done the hard part and written the manuscript. Congrats! Now, it’s time to clean it up. I’ll look for spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors, in addition to ensuring coherence, consistency, and accuracy. This stage smooths out the language, tightens the flow, and brings clarity.

Proofreading

The manuscript is complete and you’ve fixed all big-picture and grammar issues. Before publication, your manuscript needs to undergo one final round of edits: proofreading. This pass will catch any remaining typos and errors, so they won’t draw attention from what really matters—your story!

Formatting & typesetting

You’ve got the manuscript, you’ve done the edits, you’re ready to go! Not quite. We still need to make sure the story looks good. Whether it’s going to be published on paper or digitally, the manuscript needs to be formatted and typeset for publication to ensure a professional, reader-friendly layout.

Manuscript evaluations

Not sure what kind of editing you need? Get a manuscript evaluation! I’ll look at big-picture items like the structure, plot, and character development, but also at your writing style and how effective it is. This assessment will allow me to recommend the right kind of editing for your manuscript!

CUSTOM PACKAGES

If you need more than one type of editing or would like to hire me for multiple editing passes, I’d be happy to bundle them into a custom package for you. You get the same quality service, but for a lower price. Woohoo! Let me know what you’re working on and we’ll find the best option for you.

Manuscript Evaluations

A manuscript evaluation is a high-level analysis of your manuscript similar to developmental editing, though much less detailed (and therefore less pricey!). I’ll look at big-picture things like structure, plot, and character development, but also at your writing style and how effective it is. This assessment will allow me to provide surface-level guidance for your manuscript and recommend the right kind of editing for your manuscript.

Custom Packages

If you need more than one type of editing or would like to hire me for multiple rounds of editing, I’d be happy to bundle them into a custom package for you. You get the same quality service, but for a lower price. Woohoo!

Let me know what you’re working on and we’ll find the best option for you.

Get in touch to create a custom package

Approach

How it works

If you’re interested in working with me, but aren’t sure I would be a good fit for your story, please get in touch anyway. Here’s what you can expect to happen:

1

Reach out

Use the contact form to get in touch and tell me about your project and what kind of edits you think you need. Don’t forget to include other relevant details, such as any deadlines or specific preferences.

2

Sample edit

Once I receive your manuscript, I’ll provide an estimated turnaround time and complete a sample edit of 1,500 words free of charge.

3

quote

If you like my approach to editing and think we would be a good fit, I will provide a quote and a delivery date. Whenever possible, I will do my best to accommodate any special deadlines. If, after completing the sample edit, I believe your manuscript would benefit from a different type of edit than you requested, I will let you know and explain why I think so.

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Editing

After we agree on the scope of work and other relevant details, I’ll start working on your manuscript. Once the edits are complete, you’ll receive the edited manuscript and any supporting documents. Voilà!

Goldenhorn Editing

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