I will developmentally edit your creative nonfiction manuscript

5.0
5.0

United States

I speak English

2 orders completed

I am an author, writing mentor, and developmental editor

I provide developmental editing and manuscript evaluations for creative nonfiction works, including personal essay collections, memoirs, spirituality, narrative nonfiction, self-help, and poetry colle...
About this Gig

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My name is Harmony, and I am a developmental editor. I hold a B.A. in Creative Writing and English, with a specialization in nonfiction. I also have two certifications in editing. Creative nonfiction is my passion. I work with poetry collections, memoirs, personal essays, inspirational/wellness, spirituality, and self-help.


As your developmental editor, I will go deep into the bones of your story to be sure it is strong enough to carry your message. I focus on the main elements that make the story come alive. I will provide substantive feedback with in-line comments on your manuscript in Microsoft Word. You will also receive a detailed editorial assessment (3+ pages) in a letter evaluating your story's foundational strengths and weaknesses. After an in-depth critical reading, I will offer holistic feedback and actionable steps to strengthen and root your story and voice so it blooms from the page. I am here to ensure your story is the best it can be!


I will focus on:

  • Character Development
  • POV
  • Voice and Tone
  • Theme
  • Flow/Transitions
  • Story Structure
  • Target Audience Research
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    breeannadam

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    Working with Harmony for a developmental edit of my creative nonfiction manuscript was an excellent choice! I feel fortunate I found her services. I had never hired a developmental editor before Harmony, and I could only hope that anyone else who hires one for themselves is lucky enough to work with...

    $1,000-$1,500

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    4 weeks

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    fsmullin

    US

    United States

    5

    Sending a manuscript for review is like waiting for the results of a biopsy. You hope for good news but brace for the critique of your hard work. Harmony is a delight to work with. She treated my manuscript respectfully and offered the constructive criticism I needed to improve my short fiction story....

    $50-$100

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    8 days

    Duration

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2 reviews for this Gig
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Rating Breakdown
  • Seller communication level
    5
  • Quality of delivery
    5
  • Value of delivery
    5
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  • B
    image-docs

    breeannadam

    US

    United States

    5

    Working with Harmony for a developmental edit of my creative nonfiction manuscript was an excellent choice! I feel fortunate I found her services. I had never hired a developmental editor before Harmony, and I could only hope that anyone else who hires one for themselves is lucky enough to work with...

    $1,000-$1,500

    Price

    4 weeks

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • F
    image-docs

    fsmullin

    US

    United States

    5

    Sending a manuscript for review is like waiting for the results of a biopsy. You hope for good news but brace for the critique of your hard work. Harmony is a delight to work with. She treated my manuscript respectfully and offered the constructive criticism I needed to improve my short fiction story....

    $50-$100

    Price

    8 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No