open notebook and laptop on a table next to a cup of coffee as an interpretation of developmental editing

Need some help with the “Big Picture”?

Sometimes you need a quick once over of your manuscript, and sometimes you need someone to take more time to work with you. Similar to the manuscript evaluation, developmental editing is an even deeper dive into your manuscript with more time to ask questions, and work through your concerns.

Developmental Editing Includes:

  • structure
  • pacing
  • thematic elements
  • character development (yes even for memoir)
  • introduction and conclusion
  • sentence structure and grammar (evaluation)
  • Comments throughout your manuscript as well as a 5+ page analysis of your work including what works and where it could improve
  • a plan with suggested steps for moving forward

We will follow up with a call and two subsequent calls (plus emails) while you work on your manuscript.

Starting at $2000 USD for 50,000 words Please note all editing services will be billed through Mountain Ash Press

Let’s Get Started!

I cannot stress enough how much Caroline’s developmental editing services have transformed my writing. She doesn’t just give you a few minor suggestions here and there – she goes above and beyond to help you truly bring your story to life. With her expert eye and loving guidance, Caroline suggested tweaks and changes that I never would have thought of on my own. And the result? My book became a thousand times better.

HJ Corning, Author

Not sure if developmental editing right for you?

Book a 1:1 consultation call and we can chat about your goals.