Services
Editing & Author Support
Concept Consultation
Want to gain confidence and clarity that the idea for your book is “publishable”? Or perhaps you’re struggling to choose between several concepts?
Save time and energy by talking confidentially to an industry expert, before you’ve written your manuscript.
I’ll read up to three brief outlines for your book idea(s), then meet with you so we can discuss the merits and practicalities of your idea(s) from a publishing insider’s standpoint. By combining your individual talents, sources of inspiration and literary interests with my expertise on market trends and conventions, we’ll analyse your options, and form a plan for you to confidently move forward with your writing project.
Developmental Editing
A “big picture” review of your book’s structure, framing, pacing, voice and character development. I offer options to suit different needs and budgets, ranging from an editorial assessment letter to a letter and fully marked-up manuscript.
Line Editing
A “close up” review of how effectively each sentence is working in your book. I’ll provide a thorough mark-up of your manuscript, looking at elements including scene-setting, dialogue, language choices and sentence flow.
Query Letter Review
Are you a writer, who’s ready to submit to literary agents and publishers? I’ll review your query letter, and give you hot tips on how to sell your story.
Story Plotting
I’ve written plots for bestselling and viral crime and romance IP projects. I’ll design your story’s synopsis, or create a complete chapter-by-chapter outline.
Multilingual Services
(French and Italian)
Reader’s Reports
Insightful editorial and scouting reports on French and Italian submissions.
Translation Reviews
Consultation on the accuracy and efficacy of a translation from French or Italian.