{Developmental + Content Editing}

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This comprehensive editing package combines both developmental editing and content editing (and saves you 15% while you're at it).

This package is for the author or speaker who is committed to WOW!-ing their readers.

What Is It?

I'll become your trusted sidekick as we assess your book for developmental improvements and improve the story.

I've used this proven, in-depth process with dozens of writers for superb results:

1. Developmental editing

2. Returned to author

3. Call to discuss and clarify

4. Author writes and sends improved draft

5. Content editing

6. Final follow up call

7. Publish

Why Comprehensive Editing?

Have you ever taken your car to one mechanic to fix your 1st cylinder and a different mechanic to fix your second cylinder?

It doesn't make sense.

Comprehensive editing with Next Level Story allows one editor to bask in your story, letting its rays slightly pink the skin.

As we develop a relationship, I will be able to understand more fully who you are, what you want for your story, and what it can become.

Together, we'll craft your story from every angle until its ready to publish.

What You Can Expect

Full Developmental Editing

• Editorial Memo - This is a personalized document summarizing my developmental edits. I provide big picture reflections and chapter-by-chapter analyses. The editorial memo will help you zoom out from your process, get clear action steps, and return to your next draft with the tools you need. You can see sample editorial memo here.

• Manuscript Notes - The notes come ready to use in a Microsoft Word document with Tracked Changes. If the editorial memo identifies a tendency to use incomplete sentences, the manuscript notes will highlight the specific sentences. These notes will provide greater clarity, along with examples, for your story. You can see a sample of manuscript notes here.

• Phone Meeting to Discuss

Full Content Editing

• Specific Edits - I'll address the technical aspects of your writing in Microsoft Word with track changes. This document will provide specific notes, examples, and recommendations to enhance word choice, sentence structure, consistent use of terms, and more.

• Two Manuscript Copies - Receive 1 "clean" copy, with all my track changes accepted. And 1 "annotated" copy with all the notes, comments, and suggestions.

• Brief Developmental Notes - If I see a lingering section that might need more info from you, I'll add developmental comments.

• Custom Style Sheet - You'll receive a custom style sheet with the terms and spellings specific to your book. This document is so very helpful when working with a copy-editor or proofreader. The Style Sheet will put everyone on the same page, for example, if you decided to spell "Sacred" with a capital S instead of lowercase.

• Additional Phone Meeting - We'll connect again to support any needs you still have.

BONUS - Writing Support Documents - You'll receive immediate access to writing tools I've created ($150 without a package) when you buy a Professional Comprehensive Editing package. These tools contain tips, strategies, and examples on narration style, character development, and more, and are designed to help you become a better writer.

Discounted Hourly Support - If you need additional support after the 2 hours included in this package, you'll receive 50% off my hourly rate.

Add-ons - How do you condense your beautiful long form story into a back cover or Amazon summary? I know the tips and tricks used by pros. For an additional $150, I'll write your back cover or Amazon description (originally $250).

Pricing

Comprehensive editing will help you unlock your story's fullest potential.

• Each project receives a custom quote*

• Typical range $2,500 - $6,000 (15% off compared to each service à la carte)

Payments

3 payments - 30% at beginning, 40% before content edit, 30% at the end.

*The final quote will be based on both word count and specific needs of your project. Before you receive an offer, I will review your manuscript. If I believe it needs more support, the quote may be higher than the base rate.