I will help you write the best version of your story

A good developmental editor will leave you feeling proud of the work you've done and itching to dive back in!

The developmental editor reads your manuscript with great attention to detail and identifies specific changes that will help your story keep its grip on the readers imagination. The focus is on your character arcs, themes, plot, and worldbuilding, with an ear towards how they all harmonize in your unique creative voice. 

This service includes a detailed overview of the editor's critiques and insights, a document with inline commentary, and a call. The editor advises, but does not rewrite.

From a recent client, author and editor Sara Simone Bennett: 

"Seth was able to identify issues in my story that I knew had been there, but couldn't quite place, and now it feels like the piece can finally breathe. He was great about answering any questions I had about his suggestions, and made every effort to preserve my authorial voice."

I am an author as well and in my experience, this is the most fulfilling reader interaction a writer can have. I have never felt more understood as a storyteller than with my own dev-ed and I strive to deliver that same feeling for my clients!