I offer the following services for nonfiction authors:
Developmental Editing
A developmental edit works with the structure of your manuscript and provides you with an assessment of your strengths and the areas that could use improvement. No direct editing is done on your manuscript; you receive either an editorial letter or a blueprint that guides you through the changes necessary. You’ll also receive editorial comments throughout your manuscript.
Pricing for developmental edits starts at .04/word. The full price for your project depends on how much work needs to be done, the length of your book, and the amount of support you need after the edit is complete.
Other editing services available upon request. (I can also do line editing, copy editing, and proofreading.)
Book Doctoring
This service is ideal for authors who prefer to be more hands-off in their edits. After a developmental edit has been completed, we’ll meet to determine what edits you want to prioritize. I’ll do the edits for you, adhering to your style and voice, making the editing and revision process as easy as possible for you.
Pricing for a book doctor service starts at .12/word. The full price for your project depends on how much work needs to be done, the length of your book, and the amount of support you need after the service is completed.
Ghostwriting
A ghostwriter works with you to plan and execute your vision for a completed nonfiction book. We’ll meet initially to determine how much works needs to be done before the actual writing begins. Whether you have a fully fleshed-out outline or not, I can work with the level of support you need. As chapters/sections of the book are written and edited, you’ll receive them, allowing you plenty of time to provide feedback before the full manuscript is written.
Pricing for a ghostwrite starts at .20/word. The full price for your project depends on how much pre-writing needs to be done, the length of your final manuscript, and the amount of support you need after the book is written.
Note: this service is a premium service and is priced as such because a ghostwriter typically does not receive a byline or share in the royalties after your book is published.
Self-Publishing Support
Do you need someone to manage the full process of writing, editing, revising, and publishing your book? Self-publishing support can include (but is not limited to) the following tasks:
- Coordinating with designers, editors, and other publishing service providers
- Managing timelines for the tasks that need to be completed before your book is published
- Email or phone tech support
- Coaching you through the writing, editing, revising, and/or publishing process
- Social media assistance
- Content marketing assistance
- Book research and fact-checking
- Managing your book listing on publishing platforms
I charge a flat hourly rate of $50/hour for anything that lands outside editing, book doctoring, and ghostwriting services. Whatever you need help with, please let me know, and we’ll come up with a customized plan to get the work done as soon as possible.