Because even finished drafts sometimes need a course correction.
“Our book would not have been possible without the guidance, support, humor, and persistence of Lisa, as she led us through the process.”
~Ethan Bull and Stephanie Bull, founders of ProAssisting. Authors of The 29-Hour Work Day, ranked by Entrepreneur magazine as one of the seven top books to read.
First off—congratulations. Writing “The End” is no small feat. Now the honest bit: your draft might not yet be a book. It might be…a noble attempt. And that’s where a Developmental Editor comes in.
What does a developmental editor do?
I read your manuscript top to bottom, eyes squinted, lips pursed, pen unsheathed, and I return with:
- An editorial letter addressing structure, arc, pacing, tone, and flow
- Margin notes throughout—sharp but kind, asking the hard questions
- Audience perspective checks: Is it clear, compelling, pitched right for your reader?
- For fiction: world-building consistency, character depth, narrative arcs, pacing, and ending satisfaction
- For nonfiction: message clarity, voice consistency, theme alignment, and whether your expertise actually lands with your target readers
Think of me as the architect checking your blueprints. I don’t fuss over commas, but I will point out the cracked foundation or the staircase leading nowhere.
You’ll walk away with a manuscript marked for glory, a strategy for revision, and the confidence that you’re building something that works.
The going rate for this service is $0.065 per word, plus $350 for a call to discuss.
Ready to get that draft edited?
Schedule a free 30-minute consultation!