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I will do developmental editing book critique and manuscript structural story edit
Professional Book Editor and Formatting Expert for Indie Authors
As a child in Chicago, I watched my grandfather struggle to self-publish his memoirs. Seeing his brilliant stories get lost behind formatting and grammatical hurdles sparked my lifelong mission: to en...
About this Gig
Strong grammar cannot save a weak plot, flat characters, or sagging narrative pace. I am Malcolm, and I provide rigorous developmental editing and structural critique to make your manuscript commercial and compelling.
Whether you are a debut novelist or a self-published author with a complete draft, I analyze your book from a high altitude and give you concrete, creative blueprints to fix it. My focus is to refine your storytelling mechanics without overriding your artistic vision.
What my developmental critique covers:
- Plot Structure & Pacing: Pinpointing plot holes, saggy middles, and narrative momentum.
- Character Development: Evaluating motivations, arcs, relationships, and voice consistency.
- World-Building & Dialogue: Ensuring immersive settings and authentic, sharp dialogue.
What you receive:
- Editorial Letter: A comprehensive multi-page structural analysis detailing what works and what needs rebuilding.
- In-Line Manuscript Comments: Direct, detailed notes throughout your document flagging scene-by-scene adjustments.
Let's elevate your story. Message me with your synopsis and word count to begin.
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Please inform the freelancer of any preferences or concerns regarding the use of AI tools in the completion and/or delivery of your order.
Other Book Editing Services I Offer
FAQ
Can I send you an unfinished draft or outline?
A: Absolutely. If you are stuck in the middle of writing or want to make sure your plot outline is airtight before drafting, message me. I can build a custom structural review package for your outline.
Do you edit the actual grammar and punctuation in this gig?
No, developmental editing focuses entirely on the big-picture elements of your book: plot, structure, character development, pacing, and theme. Line-by-line grammar cleanup is handled in my Copy Editing & Proofreading gig.
What genres of fiction do you analyze?
I specialize in high-concept fiction, including Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Thrillers, Mystery, Young Adult, Romance, and Literary Fiction, as well as narrative memoirs and creative non-fiction.
