A NOTE ON EDITORIAL SERVICES
At this time, I only accept payment through Paypal.
Payment plans are available upon request. Please send an inquiry to discuss further.
Submission Critiques
QUERY LETTER
Two-pass critique
$50 USD
SYNOPSIS
Two-pass critique
$50 USD
FIRST 10 PAGES
(2500 words, double-spaced, 12pt) critique (one pass)
$50 USD
FIRST 30 PAGES
(7500 words, double-spaced, 12 pt) critique (one pass)
$120 USD
FIRST 50 PAGES
(12,500 words, double-spaced, 12pt) (one pass)
$180 USD
BUNDLE IT UP
Includes critique of query letter (two passes), synopsis (two passes), and first 50 pages. Save by bundling these three services together.
$250 USD
Editorial Critiques
DEVELOPMENTAL EDIT
Developmental editing involves in-depth feedback on the storytelling elements, such as character arcs, action, dialogue, description, exposition, pacing, and emotional connection. With a developmental edit, notes will be made on specific actions that should be executed to strengthen your manuscript. You will receive an annotated copy of your manuscript in tandem with a comprehensive edit letter.
Starts at $25 USD per 1,000 words
*Please note, there is a $300 minimum for all Developmental Edits regardless of wordcount
Full Manuscript Critique
A Full Manuscript Critique involves big picture feedback via critique letter, including notes on strengths and opportunities for improvement, in terms of readability, clarity, and consistency. The notes will address big story-telling elements like plot, structure, pacing, scene structure, character development, point-of-view and voice, balance of show and tell, worldbuilding, and more. It does not go into in-depth detail on how to execute, unlike a Developmental Edit.
Starts at $18 per 1000 words
* Please Note: The Full Manuscript Critique does not include in-document annotation.
LINE EDITING
Line editing is also available on a very limited schedule to those whose work I have already Developmental edited. Please reach out for a quote.
REREAD REPORT
For authors who have already had a critique, or developmental edit with me, this report includes feedback on revisions made after the previous edit, as well as suggestions for next steps. You will not receive an annotated copy of your manuscript.
$7 USD per 1,000 words
COPYEDITING
Copyediting includes minor corrections like spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and grammar. It also notes unclear wording and awkward sentences. You will receive an annotated copy of your manuscript. Please note: your copyedited manuscript will still require a proofread.
Starts at $15 USD per 1,000 words
PROOFREADING
Once your manuscript has been professionally edited and copyedited, you’re ready for a proofread. This is the final stage of the editorial process, where it becomes reader-ready by correcting typos, misused words, and other errors.
Starting at $12 per 1000 words
Plot Analysis & Consultations
BEFORE YOU DRAFT or BEFORE YOU REVISE
Includes a detailed look at the plot (building blocks) of a manuscript to identify doldrum areas, pacing, flow, character arc driven through plot, etc. Required: An outline of some form–A basic beat sheet, a comprehensive beat sheet, organized thoughts, major plot points on paper, or a long synopsis (5 to 10 pages in standard format), bullet-pointing everything that happens–however you plot! (or don’t…this service is especially helpful for pantser-type writers)–along with basic character profiles.
You will receive a document highlighting areas of weakness, places to re-work, and brainstorming suggestions to strengthen your manuscript.
This package focuses solely on plot.
Turnaround is 2 – 3 weeks.
Flat Rate: $400 USD
BY THE HOUR
Not sure what you need, or need to brainstorm? I offer Hourly Consultations at $100 per hour
$100 USD per hour
Classes
Having trouble with craft? Deep POV, emoting, or Show vs. Tell getting you down?
I’m now offering hour-long coaching sessions that include a
two-pass homework critique on your first five pages.
Each session will focus on one particular area of writing craft.
Deep POV
$200 USD
Show vs. Tell
$200 USD
How to Create a Dynamic Character
$200 USD
Emoting 101
$200 USD
Voice
$200 USD
*Bundle all five coaching sessions together and receive not only $100 off the cost, but 15% off a future Developmental Edit.
*All participants (in any class) will receive a free one-pass query critique, and 10% off a future Developmental Edit.
COMING SOON
One-on-one query workshops. Follow me on Twitter, and turn on notifications for updates: @Maria_Tureaud.
At this time, I only accept payment through Paypal.
Payment plans are available upon request. Please send an inquiry to discuss further.