Frequently Asked Questions
What platforms do you work in?
I currently only utilize Microsoft Word and Google Docs for editing manuscripts. I will use the Track Changes function when making edits to show suggestions and editorial comments in your manuscript.
How do you conduct communications?
I currently only utilize email and Zoom as tools of communication. You may choose which you prefer.
What forms of payment do you accept?
I currently only accept payment via PayPal.
What are your preferred genres?
I will work in most adult fiction genres, but especially love science fiction, fantasy, mainstream/literary, romance and horror. I have abundant experience working with romance books in particular.
Is there anything you don’t want to work with?
I am not educated enough on children’s literature books to effectively edit for them.
What are your turnaround times?
It honestly depends. I will always do my best to get your manuscript back to you in a timely, professional manner. But it will depend on my schedule, how booked I am at the time, or other unforeseen factors. We can discuss my schedule and deadlines when you contact me. I will always do my best to get your manuscript finished and returned to you by the deadlines provided to you in my contract. If an emergency comes up, I will always be sure to contact you as soon as possible.
What happens when you edit my story? Do you change my work into your own?
Absolutely not. Your story is your hard work and I (as well as any other respectable editor) understand that. You are under no obligation to utilize my edits, especially every single suggestion. They are just that—suggestions, from a professional and critical eye. But you will always own all rights to your work, and I will never force changes onto your manuscript. I will make suggestions via the Track Changes function that will restructure wording or grammar (depending on the type of edit) occasionally, but you will still have access to seeing the original vs my change and are welcome to reject my suggested version.
I don’t know if I need a developmental editor. What should I do?
This is a choice you as an author must make. I will never try to push or force my services on someone. Purchasing an editor’s services is a huge deal, and one you must be financially and professionally ready for ahead of time. I want you to be absolutely thrilled with my work on your manuscript, if you choose to utilize my services. Developmental editing can be an incredible resource for authors to learn how their story can be more effectively expressed on the page. There are plenty of websites that argue the pros/cons of hiring developmental editors, so you should always make sure you are well educated on developmental editing and absolutely certain you want this service before committing and signing a contract.
How prepared should I be before submitting my manuscript to you?
For a developmental edit, you should absolutely not send in a first draft. You should have your manuscript polished via at least a secondary draft to catch issues and changes that need to be made. You may also want to have a beta reader look through it to offer feedback first. However: always make sure to seek a developmental edit before getting a copyedit! This is because your developmental editor will challenge you to change, rewrite, and add entire sections to your manuscript, meaning any of your new or altered sections won’t have been edited for grammar…after already paying for a copyeditor’s services! That’s a situation you don’t wish to find yourself in.
Do you offer copyediting or line editing?
I am currently not offering copy nor line editing services. I would love to work with you if you need developmental edits for your story or outline, or if you need longterm guidance and coaching!
Do you offer copywriting or ghostwriting of any kind?
Not at this time. But I am very interested in opening these services in the future. Check back later!