Line Editing
Concerned about the flow of your novel or the effectiveness of language used?
Line edits dig into a novel to create an easy-to-read novel, while keeping your unique voice and style.
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pace and flow
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sentence variation and structure
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improve language for clarity
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idioms and cliches
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overused words
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passive voice,
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nonparallel sentence construction
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occurrences of false simultaneity
What you get
In-document changes
I'll examine each line in your novel and provide you with a Tracked Changes copy of your manuscript to show suggested changes.
Editorial letter
I'll provide you with an editorial letter about what works well and what needs improvement to tighten and clarify your story and message.
Style Sheet
You'll get a style sheet to keep track of your characters, places, cultures, magical items, etc., so you can be sure you are staying consistent during revisions.
Post Edit Call
After you review my comments, the letter, and style sheet, we will chat about your thoughts on them and discuss your best approach to revising.