Editorial Services

How to know you are ready to work with an editor:

You’ve been drafting and drafting, and you just can’t get past that writer’s block or find that missing piece to make your story feel complete.
You’re wondering if your story is ready to submit to agents. Does it have the punch it needs to get that full manuscript request?
You know commas and spelling is your arch nemesis and are in need of a second set of eyes to help give your story that perfect first impression.
You are ready to take your writing to the next level and become the master storyteller you’ve always known you could be.

Developmental Editing

As the highest level of editing, I will provide a thorough evaluation and critique of the structural integrity of the manuscript. This includes but is not limited to plot structure, character development, world-building, pace, etc.
Starting at $1,000

Line editing

As the second highest level of editing, I will provide a thorough evaluation and edit of the “line by line” flow and voice of the manuscript. This includes but is not limited to clarity, style, diction, consistency, etc.
Starting at $750

Copyediting

As the lowest level of editing, I will provide a thorough evaluation and edit of the surface level errors and repetitive mistakes within the manuscript. This includes but is not limited to punctuation, format, spelling, grammar, etc.
Starting at $500

Client Love

“I needed someone to go through the manuscript, line by line, paragraph by paragraph, and offer a serious critique, like when more dialogue is needed or when a character relationship or story arc should be expanded, or when part of the story doesn't seem feasible or realistic. What Kelsey did for my story is exactly what I needed.”

- J. Warner

“I've had the pleasure of getting both developmental and line editing from Kelsey, and the insight and commentary she provided on my articles and short stories has been key in my process. She helped me to identify where my plot points were getting overshadowed and when things were developing just right, and from there I gained a new kind of confidence in my fiction writing. Working with her is always SUCH a pleasure!”