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Developmental editing addresses big-picture storytelling. An attentive read culminates in a written analysis of your manuscript's strengths and weaknesses, along with solutions. Your manuscript will be marked with heavy comments addressing pace, continuity, plot, character, voice, etc.

Rate: $0.025–0.028/word
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Includes:

• in-text comments
• in-depth edit letter with analysis and action plan
• one-hour video or phone consultation​ ​​ ​

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What does developmental editing look like?

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"Thanks to her help, my manuscript has revived, and I am glad I didn’t give up. She’s always available and full of expert advice. Take the chance to work with Victoria, you (and your work) will not regret it." —Safiya M, deep developmental​

"Victoria's editorial comments not only improved my manuscript, but they also helped me open my mind up to plot and story possibilities that I had previously struggled with. Working with Victoria was one of the highlights of my writing process." —Tanya Williams, full edit

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