Find out which service is right for you
Please check out the list below for more information about the services I provide. Your needs may not fit neatly into the categories below, so feel free to mention a combination of services in your query. If there is anything you need help with in the realm of publishing/academic writing which is not listed below, feel free to mention it as well and I can either provide you with a bespoke service, or refer you to some of my other excellent colleagues.
- Find out which service is right for you
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Editing (fiction)
Developmental Editing
Developmental editing is a big-picture comprehensive review of your manuscript focusing on coherence, plot development, structure, characterisation, themes, audience, genre, emotional impact, and pacing. After a meticulous read of your work, a developmental edit will outline the strengths and weaknesses of your writing to get the manuscript ready for copyediting/line editing, or publication. This service will benefit any and all authors, but is an especially crucial step for first time writers.
This is for you if…
- You have written a manuscript (or the majority of it)
- You want feedback on the content of your work as well as the quality of your writing
- You want to discuss the development of your work going forward, and work closely on the manuscript together
You will get (depending on your specific needs):
- Consultation email or call
- A highly detailed editorial letter
- Marked manuscript
- Discussion calls
- Second read and feedback
Rate:
Every manuscript and author has unique needs, and rates will vary accordingly. When querying, be sure to mention the specific services you are after. I’m happy to provide you with a sample edit (cirka 1000 words, which will also help me assess your needs) and an approximate rate. Thereafter we can discuss either over email or call what bespoke service you would like, and the precise cost of those services. If you have a very specific limited budget, I will do my best to make sure we tailor the service accordingly so that you get the most out of the resources available to you.
Line Editing
Line editing is a sentence and paragraph level edit (you can think of it as a micro-level edit) which focuses on writing clarity, style, word choice, and overall strengthening your prose writing. This service is perfect for those who have been through (or can be combined with) a developmental edit, and feel confident about their overall story structure. Keep in mind that while there may be some proofreading involved, it is not primarily a proofreading service.
This is for you if…
- You have a finished manuscript (which you think is nearly publication ready)
- You want to improve your writing rather than discuss content or structure
You will get (depending on your specific needs):
- Consultation call or email
- Marked manuscript
- Second read
Rates:
Every manuscript and author has unique needs, and rates will vary accordingly. When querying, be sure to mention the specific services you are after. I’m happy to provide you with a sample edit (cirka 1000 words, which will also help me assess your needs) and an approximate rate. Thereafter we can discuss either over email or call what bespoke service you would like, and the precise cost of those services. If you have a very specific limited budget, I will do my best to make sure we tailor the service accordingly so that you get the most out of the resources available to you.
Editing (academic)
Academic editing is a combination of line-editing and proofreading. I offer feedback on the strength of the argument presented, structure, clarity, organisation, readability, and grammar/errors. Note, I can only offer subject-specific feedback on academic writing within the humanities or alternatively STEM articles meant for more public consumption. Anyone can benefit from this service, but it is particularly useful for those for whom English is their second language.
This is for you if….
- You want to perfect your MA/PhD thesis before submission
- You’d like feedback on an academic article/essay
- You want to improve your adacemic writing skills
You will get (depending on your specific needs):
- A written report
- Marked manuscript
- Consultation call/emails
Rates:
Every manuscript and author has unique needs, and rates will vary accordingly. When querying, be sure to mention the specific services you are after. I’m happy to provide you with a sample edit (cirka 1000 words, which will also help me assess your needs) and an approximate rate. Thereafter we can discuss either over email or call what bespoke service you would like, and the precise cost of those services. If you have a very specific limited budget, I will do my best to make sure we tailor the service accordingly so that you get the most out of the resources available to you.
Tutoring (humanities)
I offer a variety of tutoring options focusing on strengthening your academic writing and getting the most out of your Literature Course. Sessions will all take place online and will be tailored to your stage of learning.
University Prep
These lessons will focus on preparing you for the level of writing required of your at University level and aims to ease your transition into University life.
This is for you if….
- You are starting at a UK university (or planning to)
- English is your second language
- You want to feel confident going into your first assigments
- Are starting a degree in the arts and humanities
You will get (depending on your specific needs):
- Personalised lessons
- Feedback on your writing
Rate:
$50 per hour
Take Your Academic Writing to the Next Level
These lessons focus on improving your academic writing and getting you closer to that top grade. This will be particularly useful if you are undertaking an Arts and Humanities degree at a UK university.
This is for you if…
- You want to move up a grade bracket
- Want personalised feedback
- English is your second language
You will get (depending on your specific needs):
- Feedback on written work
- Help understanding your lecturers’ feedback and finding actionable steps to improve
Rate:
$50 per hour
Acing Your English Literature Course
These lessons are specifically geared towards students who want expert feedback on their academic work for literature courses.
This is for you if…
- You are taking a literature course
- You are aiming for top marks
- English is your second language
You will get (depending on your specific needs):
- Personalised lessons
- Feedback on your essays/writing
- Help understanding your lecturers’ feedback
- Subject expertise
Rate:
$60 per hour
AI-Policy
I do not use AI in any of my work. It would frankly defeat the purpose of the editing process, be a waste of your resources, and an unnecessary burden on the environment in this context.