I will developmentally edit your fiction manuscript

United States

I speak English

Owner of Tormented Author Services Editing Services for Independent Authors

Hi! I'm Sarah, an author and editor specializing in helping you strengthen your stories while keeping your voice, style, & vision intact. My editing approach is detailed, honest, and collaborative. I ...
About this Gig

My job is to help ensure your big picture details and elements are in place before you move to line/copy editing and proofreading! I read through your manuscript multiple times.


AFTER 1ST READ:

I will provide you with a detailed, in-depth report on the following:

First impressions, flow, pace, character development, readability, consistency in character descriptions, use of past vs present tense, first vs third person POV.

I will also provide chapter by chapter notes of suggested edits, rewordings, or inconsistencies.

If using Google Docs, I will leave comments as well directly on the Doc.


AFTER 2ND READ:

I will update my report and include locations of all recommended hooks to use for marketing and social media posting.


KEY THINGS IM LOOKING FOR:

  • Plot holes
  • Inconsistencies with character descriptions.
  • Setting: Ensuring it is detailed enough to help set the scene.
  • Smut: If there is spice in your story, I will make sure it is realistic and physically possible
  • YA: If your story is YA, I will make sure it is appropriate for your younger audience.
  • Consistent use of past and present tense
  • Consistent use of 1st vs 3rd person. (Please choose one or the other, not both!)

Language:

English

Genre:

Action

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Adventure

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Fanfiction

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Horror/ thriller

Audience :

General readers

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Teen / young adult

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Adult

POV:

First person

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Second person

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Third person limited

Complexity level:

Simple / easy read

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Intermediate

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Advanced

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.

Gig workflow

These are the steps we’ll follow to complete your project.

    Basic Package.
    These are the steps we’ll follow to complete your project.
  • Developmental Edits

    I'll conduct a first round developmental edit of your manuscript.

    First draft
  • Developmental Edits

    I'll conduct a first round developmental edit of your manuscript.

    Delivery