I will developmentally edit your novel

4.9
4.9

United Kingdom

I speak English

19 orders completed

author, editor

I'm an author, illustrator and editor with a degree in English Literature from a Russell Group university. I have written and edited books for the last few years, and therefore know what makes a compe...
About this Gig

I will perform developmental edits on your novel, adding notes to a Google doc provided to me, and setting aside a further explanation of said edits in the form of a report, which will be sent to you. Optional extras include more detailed annotations, fast delivery, and assistance in planning on expanding your series.


The things I look out for include:


  • Strong characterisation, or a lack thereof.
  • Lacking description.
  • Pacing.
  • Plot holes.
  • Weak points in the plot.
  • Consistency of tone.
  • Tense changes.


As an English literature graduate and the self-published author of over seven books for young adults and children, I know what to look for in a strong piece of fiction, and can help you to achieve something that will stand out in a crowded marketplace. I'd mostly like to work on contemporary fiction novels, though I'm open to other forms of writing.

Language:

English

Genre:

Children’s books

Literary fiction

Memoir/ biography

Audience :

Children

Teen / young adult

Adult

POV:

First person

Third person omniscient

Multiple POVs

Complexity level:

Simple / easy read

Intermediate

Voice:

Narrative

Delivery style preference

Please inform the freelancer of any preferences or concerns regarding the use of AI tools in the completion and/or delivery of your order.

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Reviews

5 reviews for this Gig
4.9

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Rating Breakdown
  • Seller communication level
    5
  • Quality of delivery
    4.8
  • Value of delivery
    5
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    lakereids

    SE

    Sweden

    4.7

    Emma was very quick with delivery and had much constructive criticism that helped develop my story. However, I got a strong sense that my book might not have been her preferred genre, which sometimes came through in feedback. Overall, I would recommend Emma to work with if you want someone who works fast and has extensive knowledge in writing.

    $50-$100

    Price

    3 weeks

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • F

    far_silv

    SE

    Sweden

    5

    Thank you Emma for your hard work with my manuscript 😊 Quick communication, professional, hard-working. She finished the project a week before it was due!

    $100-$200

    Price

    4 weeks

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
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    cherylvgent

    NL

    Netherlands

    5

    Emma has done an amazing job developmentally editing my novel, and I’m very happy with everything she did for me!! Would def recommend and will work with her again in the future

    $50-$100

    Price

    3 weeks

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • J

    jessb0793

    Repeat Client

    GB

    United Kingdom

    5

    I am incredibly grateful to Emma for her developmental edit of my manuscript. She has provided me with so many fantastic ideas and the motivation to continue and develop my story further. The edit was done in amazing timing and is so thorough. I would recommend her to anyone wanting to have an in depth...

    $50-$100

    Price

    4 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • I
    image-docs

    idunalcea

    SE

    Sweden

    5

    I am so happy that I chose Emma to edit my book developmentally. She gave me her final thoughts far ahead of the schedule. She was encouraging in her feedback, while not being afraid to tell it as it is. I now feel much less overwhelmed by this story and know where to start with editing it. She pointed...

    $50-$100

    Price

    11 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
Reviews

5 reviews for this Gig
4.9

(5)
(0)
(0)
(0)
(0)
Rating Breakdown
  • Seller communication level
    5
  • Quality of delivery
    4.8
  • Value of delivery
    5
Sort By
Most relevant
  • L
    image-docs

    lakereids

    SE

    Sweden

    4.7

    Emma was very quick with delivery and had much constructive criticism that helped develop my story. However, I got a strong sense that my book might not have been her preferred genre, which sometimes came through in feedback. Overall, I would recommend Emma to work with if you want someone who works fast and has extensive knowledge in writing.

    $50-$100

    Price

    3 weeks

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • F

    far_silv

    SE

    Sweden

    5

    Thank you Emma for your hard work with my manuscript 😊 Quick communication, professional, hard-working. She finished the project a week before it was due!

    $100-$200

    Price

    4 weeks

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • C
    image-docs

    cherylvgent

    NL

    Netherlands

    5

    Emma has done an amazing job developmentally editing my novel, and I’m very happy with everything she did for me!! Would def recommend and will work with her again in the future

    $50-$100

    Price

    3 weeks

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • J

    jessb0793

    Repeat Client

    GB

    United Kingdom

    5

    I am incredibly grateful to Emma for her developmental edit of my manuscript. She has provided me with so many fantastic ideas and the motivation to continue and develop my story further. The edit was done in amazing timing and is so thorough. I would recommend her to anyone wanting to have an in depth...

    $50-$100

    Price

    4 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • I
    image-docs

    idunalcea

    SE

    Sweden

    5

    I am so happy that I chose Emma to edit my book developmentally. She gave me her final thoughts far ahead of the schedule. She was encouraging in her feedback, while not being afraid to tell it as it is. I now feel much less overwhelmed by this story and know where to start with editing it. She pointed...

    $50-$100

    Price

    11 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No