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Development Editing & Book Coaching

The stress of writing a book or making it commercially viable can often stop the creative flow. It's okay to need help with your manuscript, whether you're stuck for plot ideas, unsure about your hook, or just finished your first draft and need someone to gut it.

 

I can help you with all that.

 

I'm an award-winning author with 16 years experience in writing, developmental editing, and beta reading. With a Master of Business Administration and a Bachelor’s in Creative Media, I bring artistic storytelling and professional discipline, backed by specialized credentials in Copyediting and Creative Writing. I pride myself on clear communication and a reliable, non-judgemental, friendly approach.

 

I specialize in:

-Speculative: Gothic, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, with complex world-building.

-Historical: Research heavy and period-accurate stories.

-Romance: All spice levels welcome.

-Categories: Adult, New Adult

-Sensitive themes: I'm highly experienced with navigating heavy themes such as grief, loss, mental health, racial issues, and trauma. I ensure these arcs are handled with care and purpose within the narrative. 

 

Please reach out to me and let me know what service you're interested in.

 

Need a service for your book I don't list here? Reach out to me anyway and we can discuss your goals.

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Services

Developmental Editing

I provide a structural analysis and detailed in-line comments throughout your manuscript using the FICI framework (Focus, Inciting Incident, Conflict, Investigation). This allows me to pinpoint exactly where your narrative might be lacking and ensure every scene drives the story forward. I help identify plot holes, refine character arcs, and ensure world-building logic is solid. You will receive a comprehensive 5-10 page Editorial Letter and a manuscript annotated with actionable feedback. This service includes a *60-minute consultation video or phone call.

Manuscript Assessment

Don't want a full developmental editing but need a professional critique and structural feedback? I will read your entire manuscript and offer a deep dive 3-5 page Editorial Letter. I will use the same FICI framework (Focus, Inciting Incident, Conflict, Investigation) I use in my development edits. This service includes an optional upgrade *45-minute consultation video or phone call.

Plot Help

Whether you're just starting your novel or halfway through writing it, if you are experiencing some writer's block, I can help you come up with a plot structure that keeps the pen flowing. This service will include a 60 minute video or phone consultation to troubleshoot your plot, In addition, you'll receive a 3-5 Page Report that will highlight the structure, goals, stakes, conflicts, motivations and offer solutions. In addition you'll receive a 3-point Next Steps Action Plan that'll get you back to writing.

First Five Pages

Whether you're just starting your novel or halfway through writing it, if you are experiencing some writer's block, I can help you come up with a plot structure that keeps the pen flowing. This service will include a *60 minute video or phone consultation to troubleshoot your plot, In addition, you'll receive a 3-5 Page Report that will highlight the structure, goals, stakes, conflicts, motivations and offer solutions. In addition you'll receive a 3-point Next Steps Action Plan that'll get you back to writing.

*Introvert-friendly: All my services are designed to be supportive and stress-free. Recorded video options are available for those who prefer private feedback.

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