I will be your developmental book editor

5.0
5.0

Netherlands

I speak English, Dutch, Italian, French

930 orders completed

I have published two literary novels and self-published crime fiction. I worked as a film and travel journalist and have been reviewing crime fiction for a long time. I run two blogs. I have a master'...

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About this Gig

In publishing, first impressions matter a lot. Agents and readers decide within the first few chapters whether to continue reading. You have at most two chapters to capture their interest. Let's make them unforgettable.

I worked as an editor. My first manuscript was picked from the slush pile; my novels have been successfully published; I self-published crime fiction and worked as a journalist and the film industry; I recognize a good story when I see one. I will tell you how to increase your chances of getting published. 

It is tough to know what your story's strengths and weaknesses are. It would help if you had somebody who would tell it to you straight, without breaking you down. I'd love to assess your work and offer ideas and concrete examples for optimizing your story. A structural edit focuses on various elements, from plot, structure, and characterization to language: macro and micro. 

Good developmental editing will keep your target audience in mind and judge your work with professional industry standards. 


This is not a proofreading gig. But we will get your manuscript as close to publishing as possible. 


I recommend having your query looked at for optimal results.

Language:

Dutch

English

Genre:

Horror/ thriller

Romance

Fantasy

Self help/ wellness

Audience :

General readers

Children

Teen / young adult

Adult

POV:

First person

Second person

Third person limited

Complexity level:

Simple / easy read

Intermediate

Advanced

Voice:

Active

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Reviews

159 reviews for this Gig
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Rating Breakdown
  • Seller communication level
    5
  • Quality of delivery
    5
  • Value of delivery
    4.9
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    sophiemazzaro

    Repeat Client

    US

    United States

    5

    Simona just nails the important little moments, and the small details others would easily miss. I'm deeply impressed and always look forward to reading her reviews and feedback. She is a mastermind at what she does.

    Up to $50

    Price

    6 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • A

    anetalegiec

    Repeat Client

    GB

    United Kingdom

    5

    It was a real pleasure working with Simona. She stepped in as my developmental editor and truly exceeded my expectations. I highly appreciate the time she spent leaving detailed inline comments and pointing out exactly what could be improved in my manuscript. Thanks to her sharp eye and constructive...

    $100-$200

    Price

    3 weeks

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • F

    freyastone

    US

    United States

    5

    Simona helped me so much with my book and gave exceptional feedback. She was incredibly fast and very professional. I truly respect and appreciate all her hard work!! I cannot wait to dive back into editing now and that's a first for me. THANK YOU SO MUCH!

    $400-$600

    Price

    3 weeks

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • M

    matthewkress

    US

    United States

    5

    Great working with Simona and hearing her feedback. I really liked the line edits that she provided and the writeup. I think it really will improve my draft and I implemented almost every single one of her suggestions. She was really quick to reply and attentive to what I needed in my project.

    $50-$100

    Price

    5 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • S

    sophiemazzaro

    Repeat Client

    US

    United States

    5

    When I first hopped on Fiverr to find an editor, I would have never thought in my wildest dreams to land someone with such a deep understanding of my project (she knows it better than I do myself sometimes) - above and beyond doesn't even cover it, she is the literal lightbulb over my head and made me get it done. Thank you, Simona.

    Up to $50

    Price

    9 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
Reviews

159 reviews for this Gig
5.0

(151)
(8)
(0)
(0)
(0)
Rating Breakdown
  • Seller communication level
    5
  • Quality of delivery
    5
  • Value of delivery
    4.9
Sort By
Most relevant
  • S

    sophiemazzaro

    Repeat Client

    US

    United States

    5

    Simona just nails the important little moments, and the small details others would easily miss. I'm deeply impressed and always look forward to reading her reviews and feedback. She is a mastermind at what she does.

    Up to $50

    Price

    6 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • A

    anetalegiec

    Repeat Client

    GB

    United Kingdom

    5

    It was a real pleasure working with Simona. She stepped in as my developmental editor and truly exceeded my expectations. I highly appreciate the time she spent leaving detailed inline comments and pointing out exactly what could be improved in my manuscript. Thanks to her sharp eye and constructive...

    $100-$200

    Price

    3 weeks

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • F

    freyastone

    US

    United States

    5

    Simona helped me so much with my book and gave exceptional feedback. She was incredibly fast and very professional. I truly respect and appreciate all her hard work!! I cannot wait to dive back into editing now and that's a first for me. THANK YOU SO MUCH!

    $400-$600

    Price

    3 weeks

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • M

    matthewkress

    US

    United States

    5

    Great working with Simona and hearing her feedback. I really liked the line edits that she provided and the writeup. I think it really will improve my draft and I implemented almost every single one of her suggestions. She was really quick to reply and attentive to what I needed in my project.

    $50-$100

    Price

    5 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • S

    sophiemazzaro

    Repeat Client

    US

    United States

    5

    When I first hopped on Fiverr to find an editor, I would have never thought in my wildest dreams to land someone with such a deep understanding of my project (she knows it better than I do myself sometimes) - above and beyond doesn't even cover it, she is the literal lightbulb over my head and made me get it done. Thank you, Simona.

    Up to $50

    Price

    9 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No