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Let’s make your story pop from the first page.
Your readers are growing more independent by the day, and in many ways, their friends are now more important than their families. They’re getting ready to strike out into the world on their own, and they’re seeking stories from characters who are doing the same–whether that’s in the modern world, a historical setting, or an alternate universe. (Parents optional.)
They’re making friends, losing friends, learning who they are (and aren’t) attracted to, and oh yeah, going to class. They’re passionate about their beliefs and striving to better their environments.
And they’re looking for stories that entertain, inspire, comfort. Stories to help them make sense of this world they’re about to take on.
(What, like it’s hard?)
Because here’s the thing . . .
Competition is fierce.
The YA market is growing every day, and you’re not just competing with every other story out there to grab your readers’ attention–you’re also competing against their homework, their extracurriculars, their part-time job, their time with family and friends, and that device in their back pocket.
If a YA reader is going to devote some of their precious time to your book, we’ve got to make it count.
No matter your genre, I can help you make your story shine.
By the time we’re done working together, you’ll
In-depth, big-picture editing that looks at your manuscript as a whole. Elements that will be reviewed include plot, characterization, and dialogue. You will receive an editorial letter with recommendations to improve the manuscript and in-line edits to your story using Tracked Changes in Microsoft Word. You may also receive suggestions to change, delete, or rewrite sections of the story. Please note that this type of editing does not look for errors at the paragraph, sentence, or word levels, and the manuscript will still need further editing.
Big-picture editing that looks at your manuscript as a whole. Elements that will be reviewed include plot, characterization, and dialogue. You will receive an editorial letter with recommendations to improve the manuscript. You may also receive suggestions to change, delete, or rewrite sections of the story. Please note that this type of editing does not look for errors at the paragraph, sentence, or word levels, and the manuscript will still need further editing.
An editing pass that combines line editing and copyediting. Line editing focuses on improving the readability and flow of your story. Copyediting looks at your text at the sentence level and includes the following:
Some paragraphs or sentences may be tightened up or revised for clarity and/or consistency.
Every project receives a customized proposal after the manuscript is reviewed. Please refer to CIEP’s suggested minimum rates or the EFA’s median rates for a general idea.
Whether you’re looking to self-publish or query agents, I can help you get your book ready for what comes next.
Fill out the contact form and receive the author questionnaire in your inbox.
Complete the questionnaire and submit your manuscript. You’ll receive your customized proposal within two business days.
Sign your contract, pay the deposit, and start writing your next book.
You want your book to capture your readers’ attention for its carefully crafted story and engaging characters.
You want them to be lost in your story as they wonder what happens next.
And sure, you could rely on critique partners and friends and family. But doesn’t your book deserve more than that?
It’s time to give your eyes (and brain!) a rest.
Let’s get started—together.
