Welcome to Editing with Heart
With a deep love for storytelling and a commitment to authenticity, I will approach your manuscript with care, empathy, and meticulous attention to detail. Whether it’s refining the structure and flow or polishing the language to make every word shine, my goal is to help your story resonate as deeply with readers as it does with you. Together, we’ll refine your story, staying true to your voice while captivating your audience, making your book unforgettable.
Every writer pours their heart into their manuscript, and as an editor, I bring that same passion to every story I touch. Developmental and line editing are not just technical steps—they’re opportunities to honor your vision while elevating your work to its fullest potential.
Developmental Editing
Transform your story into its best version with a developmental edit! This in-depth review focuses on the big picture, uncovering opportunities to strengthen your narrative and captivate readers. Together, we’ll refine your story’s structure, elevate its strengths, and enhance the overall experience for your audience. If you’re ready to build a rock-solid foundation and let your story shine like never before, this edit is the perfect next step!
As part of the developmental edit, you will receive a detailed editorial letter and in text comments. Plus, two virtual meetings or over the phone to discuss your story.
This edit includes a close evaluation of:
- Character development, motivation, and arc.
- Pacing and overall story structure
- Voice and tone for consistency
- The narrative balance and POV.
- Action beats and dialog.
- Tension within the scenes.
Line Editing
The line edit evaluates the story on a smaller scale. We will analyze the individual sentences and paragraphs. Evaluate for inconsistencies in voice and tighten up the prose. A line edit is a great way to smooth out your story.
As part of the line edit, you will receive detailed text comments. Plus, two calls on video chat or over the phone to discuss your story.
This edit includes a close evaluation of:
- Flow between sentences and paragraphs
- Word choices
- Repetitive or overused phrases
- Inconsistencies in scenes and between scenes
- Passive and active voice
- Point of view
- Clunky or inefficient lines
- Narrative Distance
Combination
Take your story to the next level with the ultimate editing bundle!
This package combines the power of a developmental edit and a line edit to give your book the comprehensive polish it deserves.
With the developmental edit, we’ll dive deep into your story’s big picture—strengthening your narrative, refining its structure, and enhancing the reader’s experience. Then, the line edit will fine-tune every sentence and paragraph, tightening your prose, smoothing out inconsistencies, and ensuring your voice shines through.
By bundling these services, you’ll save while giving your story the care and attention it needs from start to finish. Ready to create a book that captivates readers on every level? Let’s get started today!
Author Mentoring Services
Achieve your writing goals with personalized Author Mentoring!
This monthly mentorship is designed to guide you as you develop your story and implement feedback. In our one-hour virtual sessions, we’ll work together to tackle challenges, brainstorm ideas, and refine your narrative step by step.
Whether you’re starting fresh or building on feedback from an edit, this package gives you the support, accountability, and expertise you need to keep your story moving forward. Ready to make progress and stay inspired? Let’s connect and bring your vision to life!