Book Editing and Critique Services
Services
$0.005/word
✓ 1 read through
✓ Thorough IN-LINE COMMENTS: Genuine reader reactions and questions; flag words, sentences, actions, or scenes that are awkward or confusing; and critical feedback on characters, plot, pacing, plausibility, etc.
✓ You can submit 5 questions about your manuscript and I'll answer them
✓ Got any follow-up questions about my comments or recommendations? Unlimited email support for 30 days after delivery is included
$0.015/word
✓ Line edit to polish your writing for beautiful and fluid storytelling
✓ Copy edit for technical correctness of language
✓ Style sheet of names and terms to check for consistency
✓ 1 round of revisions for recommended changes after delivery (minor changes only, not for rewrites)
Ready to book your critique or edit?
Your great story awaits.
Frequently Asked Questions
WHAT BOOKS DO YOU CRITIQUE AND EDIT?
I am open to work on most genres, but I specialize in fantasy, contemporary romance, historical romance, and mystery.
Fiction and narrative non-fiction.
DO YOU OFFER A FREE SAMPLE EDIT?
Yes! Free sample copy and line edit for 1,000 words.
I also offer a free critique (in-line comments and overall thoughts) for 1,000 words.
Please send me an email at storyandtheworks@gmail.com!
WHAT BOOKS WILL YOU NOT WORK ON?
Each book has its own target audience and I believe that the best person to critique and edit your work is part of that demographic. Every reader has their own preferences and limits with what they are and are not comfortable reading, and I ask that we all respect these differences to create a positive experience for everyone. ❤️
I am not willing to work on stories with the following:
Sexually explicit content
Mafia or demon romance
Use of religious beings (i.e., God, Jesus) as expletives
Reference to gods or goddesses
Excessively graphic violence
Thank you for understanding. If unsure, please send me a message.
WHAT'S YOUR GenAI POLICY?
I am not willing to work with manuscripts that have been generated, wholly or partially, with GenAI.
Likewise, I will NEVER enter your work into any GenAI database like ChatGPT.
WHAT'S THE EXPECTED TURNAROUND TIME?
It varies by word count.
Critique: 2 weeks for 80k words.
Copy and line edit: 4-5 weeks for 80k words. This also depends on the state of the manuscript.
WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A LINE AND COPY EDIT?
Line edit: To improve the style of the text for better readability.
Copy edit: To correct technical errors such as grammar, spelling, and punctuation. I also include a style sheet of names and terms to check for consistency.
For example, if "Isabella" was written on page 6 but "Isabela" on page 12, this will be noted.
WHAT ARE THE BOOKING AND PAYMENT TERMS?
A nonrefundable 50% deposit is required upon booking to reserve your slot.
The remaining 50% is expected on the agreed upon start date when you send your manuscript.
WHAT IF MY WORD COUNT CHANGES BEFORE OUR START DATE?
No worries! The final invoice will be adjusted. However, this can affect the expected turnaround time.
HOW DO I SEND MY MANUSCRIPT?
Manuscripts are accepted as a Microsoft Word file and formatted as 12pt, Times New Roman, double-spaced, and left-aligned. The first line of each paragraph should also be indented by 0.5 inch.
HOW DO I PAY?
Payments are accepted via Wise transfers since it offers less transaction fees.
I STILL HAVE MORE QUESTIONS!
No problem! Just send me an email at storyandtheworks@gmail.com and I'll be happy to answer them.
