A developmental edit is a big-picture review of a manuscript. Rather than focusing on grammar or typos, it looks at structure, flow, clarity, and whether the work connects with its intended audience. Every author benefits from having another set of eyes on their book—someone who can step back, see the forest instead of just the trees, and point out where the story or argument needs tightening, expansion, or reframing.
I’ve worked with editors who have shaped New York Times and USA Today bestselling titles. I know firsthand how tough but necessary that process can be. The goal of a developmental edit isn’t to bury your manuscript in red pen. I want to help you craft your message so it’s coherent, properly cited, logically sound, readable for your audience, and true to your intent.
Titles I've had an editorial hand in
Missileman by Wallace Clauson
Handed a Greater Purpose by Jason Koger
Five Hours North by Ty Kearns
The Innovator's Field Guide by Dr. Jeff D. Standridge
I work on both nonfiction and fiction manuscripts. Every review includes one hour of consulting before I begin (to understand your publishing goals) and one hour after I finish (to walk through my findings and recommendations). That way, you get more than just a marked-up manuscript—you get a clear path forward.
If you need a professional to look at your manuscript, contact me through the email link in the social icons above or the form below.
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