Developmental editing for speculative fiction authors: fantasy, horror, science fiction, and LGBTQ+ fiction
Do any of the following apply to you?
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You write YA or adult fantasy, horror, or science fiction (either commercial or literary)
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Or: You are writing a novel that thematizes intercultural or LGBTQ+ experiences
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You read in your genre and can name a few novels similar to yours, published in the last five years
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You are unable to source the critical feedback you need from your writing support network OR you doubt how reliable such feedback you've received actually is
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You've already written a novel or some short stories, or you've spent a long time revising a first novel
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You've taken some courses or received professional feedback on your creative writing
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You feel you've taken your novel as far as you can and are eager to receive solid feedback on it
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You appreciate novels from both commercial and artistic perspectives
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If most of the above apply to you, then reach out for either a manuscript critique or a developmental edit.
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Kind, honest, direct, supportive feedback on your novel draft
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Focused feedback adapted to your publishing goals and your vision for your novel
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Continued support: We'll have a debrief call where you can ask questions about the editorial feedback you receive, and you can email me anytime with questions during the month after you receive the report
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Traditional publishing experience: Feedback grounded in a deep knowledge and awareness of the current market, through my experience as a freelance editor for multiple Big 5 imprints in the UK and the USA
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Services
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Manuscript critique
I read your novel once and deliver editorial feedback as a short report (1000–1500 words) and on a one-hour feedback call.
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Not sure what a manuscript critique entails? Read this blog post.
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A manuscript critique is a solid, affordable first step – and for many people, it's all they need.
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​​​Cost: £300 + £7.90 per 1000 words​
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Developmental Edit
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I read your novel twice and deliver editorial feedback as a longer report (3000–4000 words), detailed manuscript comments (typically one per page), and on a one-hour feedback call.
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This service suits authors writing in a new genre for the first time, or who are relatively new to novel writing.
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Not sure what a developmental edit entails? Read this blog post.
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Cost: £28 per 1000 words (min. 60,000 words)
I can also quote in EUR or USD.
​You can also purchase this service as an add-on after a manuscript critique.
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Mini Developmental Edit
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​You send me your manuscript, and I give you detailed feedback on it. Then we’ll meet for 30 mins to discuss the feedback on a call.
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Short stories
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Novel query packages
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Manuscript comments on the text
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A summary comment suggesting big-picture revisions
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A 30-min Zoom call to discuss the feedback
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Prices:
£149 for short stories up to 5,000 words
£259 for query packages (query letter, synopsis, and first ten pages)
£299 for the first 10,000 words of your novel
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Mini Manuscript Critique
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​You send me your manuscript, and I give you feedback on it. Then we’ll meet for 30 mins to discuss the feedback on a call.
Types of documents:​
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Short stories
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Novel query packages
You receive:​
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A summary comment suggesting big-picture revisions
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A 30-min Zoom call to discuss the feedback
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Prices:
£89 for short stories up to 5,000 words
£199 for the first 10,000 words of your novel
Book Breakthrough Hour
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We meet online to solve problems you’re having with your current draft, book idea, or publishing plans. ​
Price:
£99 / $125 for one hour (online on Zoom; can be recorded. You can submit up to 2000 words for me to read beforehand.)
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Line editing​​​
Are you self-publishing and need a combined line and copyedit? If so, get in touch for more details.
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one round of line editing
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60 mins of online feedback via Zoom.
Cost: £20–£35 per 1000 words
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"The editorial report was one of the greatest feedback tools I have ever received."
—Vincent Burke, Queer Romantasy Author
Testimonials
"The biggest value I received from Andy was in the way he helped me to deepen my entire story. He showed me where beats or characterizations I took for granted had gaps to a reader, or raised questions I hadn't considered."
—Robert Winter, Queer Romantasy Author
​"Working with Andy made my debut novel better, and the results in distribution and reviews prove it."
—Nathan Wagner, Speculative Fiction Author
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"Andrew's editing was of the highest standard. I learned a lot about the process from him and felt confident my manuscript was in good hands. It was a rewarding experience I hope to repeat soon."