Editing Services

Writing a book is hard. Some days, you feel like you’re going to be the next bestseller. Other days, you wonder if that’s the correct way to spell your name. It can feel like you’re going in circles or at a complete standstill. But it doesn’t have to feel impossible.

Early intervention is often key to finishing your manuscript. That’s where I come in.

Developmental Editing

Developmental editing focuses on the big-picture elements of novel writing. I will provide an editorial report and in-text notes that suggest ways you can strengthen your manuscript.

Manuscript Critiquing

Manuscript critiquing is an overview of what’s working and what’s not in a manuscript. I will provide an editorial report that suggests ways you can strengthen your manuscript.

First Chapter Analysis

Manuscript critiquing is an overview of what’s working and what’s not in a manuscript. I will provide an editorial report that suggests ways you can strengthen your manuscript.

Why choose me?

  • 10 years as a historical researcher

  • An MA in History, specialising in the 19th century

  • Editing courses, including Developmental Editing: Fiction Theory, Developmental Editing: In Practice, Becoming an Editor and Becoming a Proofreader

  • Intermediate member of the CIEP

  • Native English speaker, capable of editing in all English dialects

  • An avid historical fiction reader and writer

Let’s work together.

Interested in working together? Fill out some info, and I will be in touch shortly!