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I will be your children book editor and developmental manuscript critique
Success Brown
About this gig
Are you writing a children's book but worried the pacing is off, the story is too wordy, or it won't hold a child's attention?
In childrens literature, every single word must earn its place on the page. A basic spellcheck cannot fix an uneven plot or a story that doesn't flow well. Before you spend money on expensive illustrations or KDP formatting, you need to ensure your manuscript's structure is flawless.
Why Choose Me?
- Children's Literature Specialist: I don't edit generic fiction. I understand the unique structural rules, age-appropriate vocabularies, and rhythm required for children's books.
- Saves You Money: Fixing your story structure before hiring an illustrator prevents you from paying for expensive art revisions later.
- Calm & Collaborative Communication: Constructive feedback designed to elevate your voice, not change it.
Lets transform your rough draft into a polished, page-turning children's masterpiece. Message me today to discuss your project!
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Get to know Success Brown
Success Brown
BOOK EDITOR AND PROOFREADING EXPERT
- FromUnited States
- Member sinceSep 2026
- Avg. response time2 hours
- Last delivery3 days
Languages
English, Italian
Hi, I'm Success Brown. I help authors get their books ready for readers, both finished manuscript or just a rough draft. I will go through your writing line by line to fix: grammar, punctuation, spelling, sentences, repeated words, inconsistency, and paragraphs.
I read the way a reader reads. If a scene loses its thread, I flag it. I work on fiction and nonfiction, and I take books at any stage first draft, second draft, or a manuscript you've already been through a few times and still can't get clean. Send me a few pages and I'll tell you what your book needs.
FAQ
Do you illustrate the book or draw the characters?
Yes! I provide complete character design and full-page illustrations. Unlike many illustrators who only send you raw images, I also handle the professional layout and KDP formatting so your book is completely finished and ready to publish.
What book sizes (trim sizes) can you format for?
I can format your book into any standard industry size supported by Amazon KDP. The most common sizes for children's picture books are 8.5" x 8.5", 8" x 10", and 6" x 9". If you aren't sure which one to choose, I can help you decide based on your ar
Why should I structurally edit my book BEFORE hiring an illustrator?
This is the most crucial step! If you hire an illustrator first and then find out your story structure or layout pacing needs to change, you will have to pay the illustrator again to redo or delete expensive artwork. Fixing the script first saves you time, frustration, and money.
Can you edit rhyming or verse children's books?
Yes, but please message me first! Rhyming books require an extra layer of structural editing called metric scansion (analyzing rhythm and syllable counts). I can absolutely review your poem's bounce and flow, but I like to review the concept via message first to ensure it's a good fit.
