I will professionally edit your book with developmental editing

Is your story "almost there," but missing that professional spark?

You have a draft, but youre worried about plot holes, sagging middles, or flat character arcs. That is where I come in. As a professional Story Consultant and Book Editor, I dont just read your book; I deconstruct it to help you rebuild it stronger.

What I focus on in a Developmental Edit:

Plot Structure: Identifying pacing issues and logic gaps.

Character Development: Ensuring arcs are earned and motivations are clear.

World Building: Checking for internal consistency (especially for Sci-Fi/Fantasy).

Marketability: Aligning your story with genre expectations.

What you receive:

Editorial Letter: A comprehensive report detailing what works and what needs fixing.

Annotated Manuscript: Strategic comments directly in your doc (Track Changes).

Why work with Talia Orwen?

I prioritize a collaborative, high-end experience. I'm not just a contractor; I'm your storys co-creator. Lets make your manuscript unputdownable.

Note: This gig focuses on structure. For sentence-level polish, please see my Line Editing gig!