Developmental Editing

A full manuscript assessment with detailed written feedback delivered via tracked changes, plus two follow-up touchpoints to make sure the feedback actually lands.


Developmental editing looks at the big picture: structure, voice, argument, pacing, and the story you're actually telling versus the one you think you're telling. It's for writers who have a complete or near-complete draft and are ready for a real editorial conversation.

Your package includes

Your package includes:


  • Detailed feedback delivered via tracked changes throughout your manuscript
  • One 60-minute follow-up call to discuss the work and your next steps
  • One 30-minute check-in call 30 days later to support your revision process


Available for all nonfiction genres, up to 80,000 words.

Turnaround: 6–8 weeks.


— Up to 40,000 words: $800

— 40,000–80,000 words: $1,400