"The avoidance of error is not the same as the achievement of art." ~ Jeff Gerke

Looking for an affordable edit? You've come to the right place.

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Credentials

Over the past seven years, I've honed my skill set through the best manner possible: experience. Now, I have edited over 100 projects of varying lengths and variety. While my self-education is by no means complete, I feel confident I have helpful insights and proven strategies to strengthen your project and better equip you as its author.

As you read about my services below, please know I'm willing to flex on a lot of things. This is about what's best for you. So don't be afraid to contact me and find out if we're a good fit for each other! (Worst case scenario: I refer to someone else awesome!)

manuscript edits

I am so proud and grateful to be an editor for Glory Writers. There, they have several wonderful ladies who offer a developmental edit (story) and my specialties: the line edit (grammar) and copy edit (final proof). I cannot recommend this collective highly enough for all your manuscript needs!

Whether you're looking for edits, formatting, cover design, or more, please check out the Glory Writers website to learn more and make your inquiry. And if you're interested in either a line or copy edit, feel free to request me specifically. We'll do our best to accommodate, but the sooner you inquire, the more likely I will be free. 

other edits

Wanting to get something smaller than a full-fledged book edited? Say less. ;) This is the place for short stories, flash fiction, children's books, school papers, Bible studies, websites, or anything else under 30,000 words long. I have experience with all of these, and would be happy to discuss your project! 

critiques

BACK MATTER

FIRST CHAPTER

To get your book in as many hands as possible, you need a synopsis on your back cover that will hook readers before they've even cracked the cover. In order to build your brand, you also need a strong bio that stands out from the crowd and depicts not only who you are, but what you're about!

Includes three thorough read-throughs, constructive criticism and praise, and feedback to make your back matter stronger and more eye-catching, and thus more likely to connect to your target audience and sell books. ​

A well-polished beginning is crucial for engaging readers and agents. Since it doesn't take me long to identify a writer's habits, I'll also discuss some of your negative and positive tendencies which will take you far beyond the first chapter.

Includes two thorough read-throughs, constructive criticism and praise, and feedback that will equip you for revising the remainder of your manuscript.

mentorship

Not sure where to start? Stuck in the middle? Can't complete your project? No matter where you find yourself, I've been there, I've survived, and I've helped others press on as well. If you're a young writer--meaning you consider yourself new (and maybe a tad overwhelmed) among the writing scene--then you are my target client.

topics i specialize in:

• strengthening your ​writing (writer's block, vibrant characters, readability)
• learning how to self-edit well (rules to follow vs break, when to edit, how to stand out)
• the ins and outs of self-publishing (options, marketing, finding professionals)
• how to find community (where to look, who to follow, what platforms are best)
• becoming an editor yourself (how to start, find clients, what to charge)

what it includes:

• three month mentorship (quarterly application via social media)
• weekly 1-2 hour phone or video chat
• Messenger, Signal, or Instagram DM chat access
• customizable payment options (below)
• custom curated topics, tips, and resources
• a new friend, cheerleader, and prayer warrior!

If these sorts of things sound like what you've been needing, I have the resources and experience to help you find your place, regain your confidence, and restore your inspiration. If you're chosen for the mentorship, our first weekly meeting will be scheduling chats and outlining topics that will help you most. I can't wait to empower you to take the next step in your journey.

pricing

OTHER EDITS

$5/1,000 words*

*Minimum payment of $25 for each project

Rush Fee // +$5 if you need the service completed same day OR over a major holiday

Customers returning for this service receive a $5 discount

CRITIQUES

​​First Chapter // $40*
Blurb // $30
Bio // $30

Rush Fee // +$5 if you need the service completed in fewer than 5 business days​ OR over a major holiday
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*First chapters over 3,000 words may incur additional fees

Book any two of the three services above at the same time and receive $10 off

MENTORSHIP

Semester // one payment of $350
Monthly // three payments of $125
Hourly // payments of $20/hr totaled monthly

Please choose the payment plan that works best for you. Keep in mind that this is a three-month program designed to have a weekly 1-2hr chat (depending on your needs) as well as some administrative work and ongoing communication.

to submit

TO KNOW IN ADVANCE

• my services are not secured until the contract is signed​
• all submissions are expected to be in either a Word Doc or Google Doc
• all payments must be through PayPal or Venmo (and must still total the invoiced amount after app fees)
• payment is expected up front from returning customers and after satisfaction from new customers (must be returning for the same service to be considered a returning customer)
• I do not require Christian content or content I agree with, but I reserve the right to discontinue my services at any point for content I deem explicit, profane, or satanic with a 50% refund

GOOD TO GO?

Please send me an email (abi claire 98 at gmail dot com, spaces removed). In it, please include all the following applicable information:

• what service(s) you're interested in
• your project's name, length, and genre
• your preferred start and end date​
• any other information you think necessary :)​

I look forward to hearing from you!