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fiction & young adult fiction

First Edit:

What you’ll get:

A complete critique of the first 30,000 words of one fiction manuscript.*

This includes notes on the document itself (done in track changes) and a separate summary of editorial guidance.

The focus will be on plot development, characters and character development, pacing and overall story arc.

This critique will be followed up with a 30-minute phone conversation for your questions.

What it costs: $650 (payable upon receipt of invoice via PayPal: any fees are the responsibility of the payer.)


Second Edit:

What you’ll get:

A second look at your revised manuscript, commenting on the changes you have made and offering suggestions for future revisions. You will receive a complete analysis of the direction your revision is taking. 

What it costs: $475 (payable upon receipt of invoice via PayPal: any fees are the responsibility of the payer.)

Subsequent Edits will follow the same framework as the second edit, including cost.

* for each additional 1-9,999 words, add $200 to First Edit and Second/Subsequent Edit prices.
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