Manuscript Assessment
A professional read of the full manuscript with written notes on structure, pacing, clarity, and areas that need attention.
Services
Book Services
Professional support for authors across manuscript development, editing, book preparation, publishing, presentation, and promotion.
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Editorial Services
Developmental Editing
Big-picture editing focused on structure, narrative or argument, chapter order, characterisation, and content gaps.
Line Editing
Sentence-level attention to rhythm, word choice, tone, and clarity while keeping the author's voice intact.
Copyediting
Correction of grammar, punctuation, spelling, usage, and consistency, with a style sheet for the project.
Proofreading
A final check of the near-final or formatted manuscript for remaining errors and layout issues.
Editorial Review
A focused review of specific concerns you would like a professional opinion on before moving ahead.
Content Review
A review of the manuscript's content for accuracy of internal detail, repetition, and unclear passages.
Manuscript Evaluation
A written evaluation summarising strengths, weaknesses, and recommended next steps for the project.
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Manuscript Development & Rewriting
Manuscript Revamping
Reworking an existing draft that needs substantial improvement in structure, clarity, or presentation.
Manuscript Rewriting
Rewriting chapters or sections so the material reads clearly and consistently while remaining yours.
Manuscript Restructuring
Reordering and reshaping chapters and sections to improve flow and reader experience.
Chapter Development
Developing individual chapters that feel thin, unfinished, or out of step with the rest of the book.
Content Development
Building out material from notes, outlines, or partial drafts into fuller chapters.
Story Development
Working through plot, arc, motivation, and scene function to strengthen the story.
Manuscript Improvement
Targeted improvement work on the specific areas your manuscript needs most.
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Book Preparation
Book Formatting
Clean, professional formatting of the manuscript to publication-ready specifications.
Ebook Formatting
Reflowable ebook files prepared for common retailer and distribution requirements.
Print Book Formatting
Print interior layout prepared to trim size, margin, and bleed requirements.
Book Interior Design
Typographic and page design decisions for headings, chapter openers, and running heads.
Book Cover Design
Cover design developed around your genre, title, and intended readership.
Book Cover Consultation
A professional opinion on an existing cover or cover concept before you commit.
Book Description Writing
Retail and jacket copy written to present the book clearly to its readers.
Author Biography Writing
A concise professional author bio in short and long versions.
Front Matter & Back Matter Preparation
Title pages, copyright page, dedication, acknowledgements, and back matter prepared and ordered correctly.
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Query & Submission Services
Query Letter Writing
A query letter written to present your book, hook, and background clearly.
Query Letter Editing
Editing and tightening of a query you have already drafted.
Synopsis Writing
A synopsis prepared at the length submission guidelines ask for.
Synopsis Editing
Editing an existing synopsis for clarity, order, and completeness.
Submission Package Preparation
Assembling and formatting the materials a submission requires.
Book Proposal
Nonfiction proposal development including overview, audience, chapter outline, and author platform sections.
Comparable Titles Research
Research into comparable published titles to position your book in its market.
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Publishing Support
Publishing Consultation
A working conversation about your publishing options and what each would ask of you.
Self-Publishing Support
Practical guidance through the steps and decisions of publishing independently.
Publishing Preparation
Getting files, metadata, and materials ready ahead of publication.
Publishing Checklist
A written checklist tailored to your book and chosen publishing route.
Print-on-Demand Preparation
Preparation of interior and cover files for print-on-demand requirements.
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Book Marketing
Book Marketing Strategy
A practical marketing plan built around your book, readership, and available time.
Book Launch Support
Planning and support through the weeks around your publication date.
Book Promotion
Ongoing promotional activity for a book already published.
Social Media Book Promotion
Content and scheduling support for promoting the book on social platforms.
Author Marketing
Marketing focused on you as an author rather than a single title.
Book Launch Campaign
A structured campaign with timeline, assets, and activities for launch.
Promotional Content
Written and visual promotional material prepared for your book.
Email Marketing Support
Newsletter and announcement copy for reaching your readers directly.
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Book Trailer & Video Services
Book Trailer
A short video trailer built around your book's premise and tone.
Promotional Video
Video content for launch announcements, social posts, or your website.
Author Introduction Video
A short introduction video presenting you and your work to readers.
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Author Website Services
Author Website Design
Website design built around your books, your readers, and your brand.
Author Website Development
Development of a responsive, functional author website.
Author Website Content
Website copy for your home, about, books, and contact pages.
Author Portfolio Website
A portfolio-style site presenting your titles and writing work.
Website Maintenance
Ongoing updates, additions, and upkeep after launch.
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Author Branding
Author Brand Development
Developing a consistent presentation across your books and platforms.
Author Media Kit
A media kit with bio, book details, images, and contact information.
Author Press Kit
Press-ready materials for media, reviewers, and event organisers.
Author Bio Package
Bios prepared in several lengths for different uses.
Promotional Graphics
Graphics for social media, quote cards, and announcements.
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Additional Book Services
Series Planning
Planning support for continuity, arc, and sequencing across a series.
Author Platform Support
Practical guidance on building and maintaining your author platform.
Publishing Materials Review
A review of materials you have prepared before you send them out.
Book Project Consultation
A consultation about your project and where professional support would help most.
Not Sure Which Service You Need?
You don't have to know exactly what your manuscript needs before reaching out. Tell me about your book, where you are in the process, and what you would like to accomplish.
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