Editorial Services

I work with writers to help their projects become the strongest, clearest, most fully realized versions of what they already want to be. My role as an editor isn’t to impose a voice or a formula, but to listen closely to the work, identify what’s at stake, and help the story do more of what it’s trying to do.

Over the past dozen-plus years, I’ve worked with writers at every stage of their careers. I’ve edited dozens of book-length projects that were later published by major presses, including Grove, Penguin Random House, and Simon & Schuster, as well as projects developed independently or through self-publishing. I have experience ghostwriting book-length projects and collaborating closely with authors across genres and forms. I’ve also worked extensively with academics, helping edit articles and essays for publication in both academic and trade journals. Many of the projects I’ve worked on have gone on to receive major recognition, including nominations for prizes such as the Center for Fiction First Novel Prize and the Booker Prize.

Alongside my editorial work, I’ve spent more than a decade teaching creative writing at the university level. That experience shapes how I edit: I’m rigorous, curious, and invested in process, not just outcomes. I ask hard questions. I point out patterns you may not yet see. I help you clarify what matters most—and cut what doesn’t.

What I Help With

  • Developmental editing for fiction and nonfiction

  • Manuscript-level feedback and structural revision

  • Line-level editing and stylistic refinement

  • Project shaping for submission or publication

  • Editing for academic and trade journal publication

  • Ghostwriting and collaborative authorship

  • Long-term editorial partnerships

I work with traditional publishing authors, debut writers, academics transitioning into trade work, and self-published writers who want the same level of editorial care found at major houses.

If you’re looking for an editor who will respect your voice, challenge your assumptions, and stay faithful to the deepest intentions of your work, I’d be glad to talk.

Fees & Practicalities

Editorial rates depend on the nature of the work: length, genre, level of intervention, and where the manuscript is in its development. I base my fees on the Editorial Freelancers Association (EFA) rate guidelines, which reflect prevailing industry standards for professional editorial services.

For book-length projects, my work typically involves a close, holistic read of the manuscript, detailed marginal comments, and a substantive editorial letter addressing structure, voice, pacing, and overall direction. My aim is not simply to identify problems but to clarify possibilities and help you see the next version of the book more clearly.

Because projects vary widely, I don’t post fixed prices. Once I’ve reviewed a brief description—or a short excerpt—I’m happy to provide an estimate. In some cases, particularly for early-career writers or academic work, a sliding scale may be available.

Most full manuscript consultations are completed within three to six weeks, depending on scope and scheduling.

Initial Review Option

Choosing an editor is as much about sensibility as expertise. To help determine whether we’re a good match, I offer a short initial review.

For a flat fee of $175, I’ll read and respond to up to 5,000 words, offering focused feedback on craft, clarity, and trajectory. This option is intended as a standalone consultation; if we decide to continue working together, we can discuss the appropriate scope for a larger engagement.