Academic & Nonfiction: Story Coaching
With nearly 40 years of experience in journalism as a writer, editor, and designer, I recognize a powerful story when I see one. As your development editor, I provide thoughtful, constructive guidance while honoring your unique writing voice. I offer professional feedback, encouragement, and clarity, helping you shape your manuscript into its strongest form. I'm here to support you every step of the way—because I'm always rooting for the writer to succeed.
Manuscript Assessment
Not quite ready for a full developmental edit? This editorial service offers an overall assessment of your draft manuscript, providing expert insights into structure, style, pacing, and overall narrative effectiveness. You’ll receive a detailed editorial letter highlighting strengths, identifying areas for improvement, and offering actionable suggestions to elevate your nonfiction or academic work. This service does not provide a full developmental or copyedit of your work, but it is ideal for writers seeking clear, constructive feedback to tackle their next revision with confidence.
I specialize in the humanities and social sciences.
Rate: $0.05 per word, up to 12,500 words. If you have a longer project and would like feedback, please consider my Developmental Editing services.
SPECIAL PACKAGES
Memoirs, $0.04 per word, up to 12,500 words. Plus $100 discount on Developmental Editing service if used in the following 12 months. Deliverable: Detailed editorial letter highlighting strengths, identifying areas for improvement, and suggestions you can take action on with confidence.
Local or regional history, $0.04 per word, up to 12,500 words. Plus $100 discount on Developmental Editing service if used in the following 12 months. Deliverable: Detailed editorial letter highlighting strengths, identifying areas for improvement and suggestions you can take action on with confidence.
Developmental Editing
This in-depth, hands-on service goes beyond a standard critique: you'll receive a detailed editorial letter and in-text comments that address structure, clarity, flow, tone, and content gaps. Ideal for scholars, professionals, and nonfiction authors, this collaborative process helps you shape your manuscript’s foundation with the guidance of a seasoned editor who understands both the craft of writing and the demands of serious research—making your investment in quality truly worthwhile.
I specialize in the humanities and social sciences.
Rate: $0.05 per word, depending on the complexity of your project.
SPECIAL PACKAGE
If you’d like to continue working together in the copyediting stage of your manuscript, please enjoy a $100 credit toward Copyediting Service (if used in the following 12 months).
Struggling with a specific problem or have a different need in mind? Maybe you are a graduate student and need a writing coach to talk to on a regular basis about your dissertation? Or are you a local historian trying to tackle an idea you’ve had but don’t know where to start? Please contact me via the “Inquire” button with details about your project and how I might assist you.