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Bring Your Story to

Life with Professional Developmental Editing

Enhance your plot, deepen your characters, and perfect your storytelling—expert guidance to turn your manuscript into a captivating read.

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Developmental Editing

Transform your manuscript with expert feedback designed to strengthen pacing, themes, and character development.

$0.07/word

Professional guidance tailored to your unique voice

Our Developmental Editing Service brings the same care and expertise you’d expect from top publishers. Your editor will provide detailed, line-by-line feedback to enhance your story’s structure, flow, and impact.
You’ll also receive a personalized, one-hour consultation to discuss your manuscript and explore actionable next steps. Whether you’re preparing to submit to agents or self-publish, this service gives your book the polish it needs to stand out.
Not sure what’s best for your manuscript? Schedule a free consultation, and we’ll guide you toward the perfect solution.

Why Developmental Editing Matters

Great stories aren't just written—they’re carefully crafted. Professional developmental editing transforms your manuscript by strengthening plot, characters, and narrative structure, turning good ideas into unforgettable stories readers love.

Your developmental editing package includes:

Detailed Editorial Feedback

Comprehensive analysis of plot, characters, pacing, and narrative structure.

Clear, Actionable Report

Easily understandable recommendations outlining strengths and improvements.

Annotated Manuscript

Helpful in-text comments guiding you through every suggested revision.

Personalized Advice

Tailored guidance to strengthen your storytelling and improve reader engagement.

Comprehensiveness

Every detail is reviewed, leaving nothing overlooked.

How Our Developmental Editing Process Works

Submit Your Manuscript

Securely upload your manuscript for review.

Comprehensive Analysis

Our expert editors thoroughly evaluate your story structure, characters, and narrative flow.

Receive Detailed Feedback

Clearly outlined editorial report and annotated manuscript, offering step-by-step revision guidance.

Follow-up Consultation

A personalized consultation (via email or call) to answer questions and clarify your next steps.

Developmental Editing vs. Other Types of Editing

Editing Feature	Developmental Editing	Manuscript Assessment	Copy Editing
Story structure & plot review
Detailed character analysis
Actionable in-text comments
Grammar & punctuation fixes
Style and readability edits

Want to see exactly what you’ll receive from an editor?

Your developmental edit will provide you with the same quality report as a manuscript assessment, but with the addition of in-text comments providing editorial feedback from your book editor.

Clear Developmental Editing Pricing

Plus, discuss the suggested changes and next steps for your book directly with your developmental editor

$0.07/word

Standard Developmental Editing

From $188

Express Developmental Editing

Frequently Asked Questions

What exactly does developmental editing address?

Developmental editing provides a detailed review of plot structure, characters, pacing, and narrative coherence, clearly outlining strengths and recommending revisions.

Do editors rewrite parts of my manuscript?

No. We provide detailed feedback and clear suggestions through comments, leaving all rewriting and creative decisions in your hands.

How long does the developmental editing process take?

Typically, 3–4 weeks. For urgent projects, our Express option offers a turnaround within 1–2 weeks.

Is developmental editing suitable for first-time authors?

Absolutely! It’s highly beneficial for new authors aiming to create a strong, publishable story from the outset.

Will I have support after receiving my edits?

Yes, you’ll have an included follow-up consultation (email or call) to discuss feedback and clarify any questions.

Ready to Publish a Book Readers Will Love?

Don’t leave readers guessing. Gain clear, expert guidance today and turn your manuscript into a compelling story readers can’t resist.