Story Evals &  Editing

You’ve got fantastic stories. Big vision. 

The kind of creative drive that builds entire worlds from nothing. 

You’ve also got…a life.

Work. Family. Health. The very real need to sleep occasionally.

And trying to to all the things alone?
That’s how burnout sneaks in.

You need a focused, strategic evaluation from someone who respects your voice,
understands your goals, and helps you see what’s actually happening on the page. 

That’s where I come in.
I’m your editor with a marketing strategist’s brain.

I’ve spent close to two decades in publishing, studying not just craft, but what actually helps books connect with readers and keep them turning pages. My goal isn’t to rewrite your voice. It’s to help you own it.

Quick Heads Up:
Working with me includes deep thinking, targeted feedback, and homework. Plus, plenty of encouragement and real-world solutions customized to your unique story.

Note: I specialize in science fiction genres and fantasy genres (and I'll edit some horror). If you’re building worlds, bending reality, or exploring the edges of what’s possible—you’re in the right place.

(Need help with your nonfiction educational or self-help book? Check out my business consulting page.)

Short Story Editing

-Need to ensure your reader magnet actually connects with your idea reader? 

-Want to make sure your anthology submission gets an easy "yes" from the editor? 

-Ready to write a short story that instantly connects your reader with your series?

This is your service, my friend. You get a full, market-focused editing pass, a 1-page editorial letter, and the opportunity to ask follow-up questions via email.

Short Story Developmental Edit 

A big-picture focus that evaluates every part of your story for maximum reader enjoyment and market focus. 

Investment for up to 5K words: $99

Investment for 5K-10K words: $169

Need a Coaching Session or a Line Edit Pass? Add one for a special rate.

First Three Chapters Story Eval

A deep-dive review of the first three chapters of your manuscript
to make sure that they'll connect with your ideal readers.

Perfect for making sure your book hooks readers from the first page
and great for prepping to pitch your manuscript to publishing houses!

This Service Includes:

• Full developmental evaluation of your first three chapters, from world building to setting to characterization to plot.

• 1-2 page editorial letter with detailed notes, ideas for improvement, and marketability notes.

• On-call email Q&A so you can get clarity on your story.

Investment: $200

Need a Coaching Session or a Line Edit Pass? Add one for a special rate.

Genre-Savvy Manuscript Critique

Helping you hit the market with a story you AND your readers will love.

This focused manuscript critique combines expert editorial insight with market-savvy strategy
designed especially for sci-fi and fantasy authors.

Whether you’re tackling a tricky plot issue, wrestling with worldbuilding, addressing a sensitive topic,
or facing vague “it’s not quite right” rejections, this service brings clarity and momentum.

Manuscript Critique

I critique your full story for marketability. This means I check your story content, themes, voice, protagonist choice, character arcs, and compare it with the latest in genre/market expectations.

Plus, I review for one specific content area of your choice (plot problem, character development issue, world building, etc), word count reduction, ”it factor” (in the case of agent rejections), or portrayal of a sensitive topic.

Market-Focused Feedback

I provide an editorial letter of your story’s strengths and weaknesses in the area/issue you specify, plus ideas for improvement.

Strategy Session

We’ll have a fantastic 30-minute coaching session, where we’ll brainstorm solutions, ideas, business strategies, and marketing ideas for your book. You’ll also receive a follow-up email with session highlights and a video recording.

Your Investment: $.01/word ($350 minimum)

NOTE: I'm currently booked out 6 months for Genre-Savvy Critiques. If you’d like me to look at a smaller sampling of pages, consider a 60-minute Book Breakthrough Coaching session, which includes a 20-page materials review.