As you progress on your writing journey, you will most likely seek an encouraging, thorough, and detail-oriented developmental editor. Most of all, you hope to find an editor who suggests improvements while preserving your unique authorial voice.
In a previous post, we explored the tools I use to understand your story as deeply as possible. Today, we’ll discuss the benefits of working with JH Editing Services on your manuscript.
What You Get When You Work with JH Editing Services
1. In-depth feedback
In Developmental Editing, you receive line-by-line comments on each page of your manuscript. These detailed and constructive comments don’t merely state what could be improved; they also explain the reasoning behind the relevant writing principles.
When you work with me, you have the opportunity to submit ten questions about specific areas of your manuscript. For instance, you can ask for feedback about a particular character, scene, or section of your plot. My feedback will respond to these questions, helping you move forward with revisions.
You’ll also receive a ten- to twenty-page Editorial Letter that evaluates the big-picture components of your story (plot, theme, characters, setting, pacing, etc.). Each section of the letter will contain practical advice to aid your revision process.
These in-depth comments won’t force your novel into an inauthentic mold. Rather, they will help you communicate your story in the clearest way possible.
2. Thoughtful questions
The editorial comments you receive will encourage you to think deeply about your story’s themes, characters, settings, and other aspects. These questions introduce possible revisions while maintaining a friendly tone.
When you examine your story from different angles, you’ll kickstart your brainstorming process. You might even stumble upon an unexpected idea that makes your story exponentially stronger.
3. Links to writing resources
Your feedback and Editorial Letter will include links to online articles that will help you dive deeper into the pertinent topics. For example, if a comment mentions that the dialogue in a scene seems stilted, you’ll find a link to an article about authentic dialogue.
For every stage of your writing journey, I offer guidance, tools, and encouragement to strengthen your skills and help you create a story that resonates with readers.
4. Personalized encouragement
When you receive your edited manuscript, I don’t want you to feel overwhelmed, defeated, or ready to give up. Rather, I want you to feel energized and eager to make your manuscript shine.
That’s why I prioritize providing encouragement along with constructive feedback. When you understand what’s already working in your story, this knowledge will help you recognize your own strong points and gain confidence in your writing.
When you choose JH Editing Services, you work with an editor who gives your project the care and attention it deserves. You’ll receive in-depth feedback, insightful questions, links to helpful resources, and specific encouragement to help you approach the revision process with confidence.
You have a story the world needs to hear. I would be honored to help you bring it to life.
If you’re ready to take the next step, contact me to request a sample edit today!
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