Macro Developmental Edit

This service for you if you’re asking these questions:

  • Does my story make sense?
  • Is the pace too fast/slow?
  • Are my characters’ motivations believable?
  • Is the tension increasing?
  • Are the stakes high and personal?
  • Does my character change?
  • Have I missed plot holes?

My role is to put a magnifying glass up against your manuscript and help you see the things you’re too close to the story to see. You’ll receive comments throughout the manuscript as well as a developmental editing report. Go to sleep with a clear understanding of what’s working, which areas need to be addressed, and suggestions about how to achieve that.  

Prices

Full & partial manuscripts starting at AUD$4.50 per 1000 words (Approx. USD$3).

  • Price applicable up to 90k words
  • Admin fee of AUD$7.50 for partials, AUD$15 for fulls

Includes full developmental editing report. 
 
Turnaround time: 7-10 days on partials, 14 days on fulls
Bookings available

Genre exclusions: I’m not the best editor for heavy science fiction, literary fiction, heavy historical fiction, or heavy religious content.

Kind Words

“I can count on helpful and meaningful criticism from Kathryn. She isn’t afraid to tell me her honest opinion, and if some aspects in my writing aren’t working she tells me in ways that encourage me. At the same time, she gives helpful suggestions on how to boost certain elements based off of my strengths that she highlights. Kathryn is my cheerleader, and the first person I go to when I need help and advice with my writing.”

~ Janaya – Writer

What's Next?

Ready to roll up your sleeves and improve your story? Let’s do this!

Email: [email protected]

Subject: Macro Developmental Edit

Body: Genre, word count & project stage + anything else you want me to know.

Want to hold a book in your hands and confidently say it’s your best work? Yes, yes, yes!

More Kind Words

“Sending your book baby to an outside reader is always a nerve-racking experience, but I’m glad I chose Kathryn … she made numerous valuable observations in her comments and included a separate, thorough report on readability, dialogue, setting, plot, characters, and pacing. She pointed out the novel’s strengths and weaknesses in her encouraging and constructive feedback. I would definitely use her services again!”

~ Susanna Kanto – Author of ‘Caytee’

Testimonials