I will do developmental editing for romance, fantasy and scifi novels
Proofreading Genius
Level 2
Has met high performance criteria and has a proven track record for meeting client expectations.
About this Gig
Greetings and congratulations on nearing the completion of your novel! You've built a world, crafted characters, and spun a story but now it's time for the crucial final step: ensuring your narrative structure, pacing, and character arcs are truly working.
I'm Halima, an experienced developmental editor with a passion for storytelling and a focus on romance, fantasy, and science fiction. I specialize in helping authors strengthen their manuscripts at the story level, guiding them toward a compelling, cohesive, and emotionally engaging final draft.
When you work with me, I'll help you:
- Clarify story arcs and narrative structure
- Deepen character development and motivation
- Identify and resolve plot holes or pacing issues
- Improve consistency in tone, voice, and themes
- Ensure your story resonates with your target audience
- Strengthen world-building and internal logic (especially for fantasy/sci-fi)
Whether you're an indie author, querying agents, or preparing to self-publish, my goal is to help you shape your draft into a story that truly shines.
Ready to elevate your novel? Send me a message, and let's discuss how I can help bring out the best in your story.
Language:
English
Genre:
Romance
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Science fiction
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Fantasy
Audience :
General readers
POV:
Multiple POVs
Complexity level:
Intermediate
Voice:
Narrative
Delivery style preference
Please inform the freelancer of any preferences or concerns regarding the use of AI tools in the completion and/or delivery of your order.
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FAQ
❓What does developmental editing include?
Developmental editing focuses on big-picture elements like plot structure, character development, pacing, world-building, tone, and theme. I’ll provide in-depth feedback and margin comments to help elevate your story.
❓What genres do you specialize in?
I specialize in Romance, Fantasy, and Science Fiction. Whether it’s a cozy romance, high fantasy epic, or space opera, I’ll tailor my feedback to fit the genre conventions and reader expectations.
❓Do you edit novellas or full-length novels?
Yes! I edit both short stories/novellas and full-length novels. The base gig covers up to 10,000 words, but you can order multiple packages or request a custom quote for longer manuscripts.
❓Will my work remain confidential?
Yes — 100%. Your manuscript and ideas are safe with me. I treat every project with full confidentiality and professional respect.
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nicolebailey516
Repeat Client

United States
Halima goes above and beyond and has a deep understanding of grammar, sentence structure, and clarity. My second time working with her and was very happy with both edits
$200-$400
Price
8 days
Duration
Helpful?N 
nicolebailey516
Repeat Client

United States
Extremely thorough line editing. She went above and beyond.
$100-$200
Price
3 days
Duration
Helpful?J 
jakedeibler
Repeat Client

United States
Amazing working with Halima! She added some nice personal touches that went perfectly with the story. Highly recommended.
$50-$100
Price
4 days
Duration
Helpful?S storyteller428
Repeat Client

United States
The quality of Halima's work in the proofreading & editing project was generally good, though it required a bit more attention to specific details and closer alignment with my expectations. Working with Halima, however, was a seamless experience, marked by excellent cooperation, quick responses, and...
$100-$200
Price
8 days
Duration
Helpful?J jamespeterjandu

United Kingdom
Highly recommended!
Up to $50
Price
2 weeks
Duration
Helpful?
13 reviews for this Gig
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nicolebailey516
Repeat Client

United States
Halima goes above and beyond and has a deep understanding of grammar, sentence structure, and clarity. My second time working with her and was very happy with both edits
$200-$400
Price
8 days
Duration
Helpful?N 
nicolebailey516
Repeat Client

United States
Extremely thorough line editing. She went above and beyond.
$100-$200
Price
3 days
Duration
Helpful?J 
jakedeibler
Repeat Client

United States
Amazing working with Halima! She added some nice personal touches that went perfectly with the story. Highly recommended.
$50-$100
Price
4 days
Duration
Helpful?S storyteller428
Repeat Client

United States
The quality of Halima's work in the proofreading & editing project was generally good, though it required a bit more attention to specific details and closer alignment with my expectations. Working with Halima, however, was a seamless experience, marked by excellent cooperation, quick responses, and...
$100-$200
Price
8 days
Duration
Helpful?J jamespeterjandu

United Kingdom
Highly recommended!
Up to $50
Price
2 weeks
Duration
Helpful?
