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Critique, Coaching
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Developmental Editing

With Cee from the AuthorShip

With Cee from the AuthorShip

Writing can be a tough business, but it doesn’t have to be a lonely one.

Having a good editor on your team will help you navigate revisions while staying true to your story.

Hi, I’m Cee from AuthorShip Editing. I specialize in filling plot holes, wrangling character arcs, and reshaping story structure. If you’re in the market for a manuscript critique, a full developmental edit, or a book coach to guide you through the writing process, you’ve come to the right place. Here’s a little more about my editing philosophy:


Collaborative

Editing is about you and your story. An editor should work with you to ensure your vision comes across on the page, not impose their goals upon your own. I’m here to find solutions that that fit the story you want to tell. I deliver constructive feedback via analysis and suggestion, not criticism.

Educational

Whether you’re a new writer polishing your first manuscript or a seasoned author with a wealth of knowledge, I aim to help you learn something new about your writing. I believe the editing process should improve not only your current work, but your next one, too.

Fun

I have high standards and will apply those to your work, but I practice and prize empathetic feedback. I seek not only to tell you what isn’t working, but what’s working great, and get you amped for your next round of edits.

Collaborative

Editing is about you and your story. An editor should work with you to ensure your vision comes across on the page, not impose their goals upon your own. I’m here to find solutions that that fit the story you want to tell. I deliver constructive feedback via analysis and suggestion, not criticism.

Educational

Whether you’re a new writer polishing your first manuscript or a seasoned author with a wealth of knowledge, I aim to help you learn something new about your writing. I believe the editing process should improve not only your current work, but your next one, too.

Fun

I have high standards and will apply those to your work, but I practice and prize empathetic feedback. I seek not only to tell you what isn’t working, but what’s working great, and get you amped for your next round of edits.


“Cee’s feedback was a mix of highlighting the places where the book wasn’t landing, explaining why it wasn’t landing, [and] joyously reacting to the bits where it did land, validating a series of choices through that alone.”

Mónica Bacatelo Guerra, author, Portugal
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“Cee’s feedback was a mix of highlighting the places where the book wasn’t landing, explaining why it wasn’t landing, [and] joyously reacting to the bits where it did land, validating a series of choices through that alone.”

Mónica Bacatelo Guerra, author, Portugal
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Book
Coaching

One-on-one coaching with Cee.

Rates vary.

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Developmental
Editing

A structural edit of your work.

From $0.03/word

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Manuscript
Evaluation

A big-picture critique of your work.

From $0.015/word

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First 5k
Pass

A deep dive into your first 5k words.

From $300

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Curious about editorial rates?
Here are industry standard prices for developmental editing:
Source: the Editorial Freelancers Association (the-efa.org)
Developmental Editing

Developmental editing is the first step of the editorial process. It’s the deepest edit I offer, delivering a close reading and analysis of your manuscript with an eye on big-picture story elements. This is an ideal choice for self-publishing authors.

Detailed feedback will discuss characterization, point of view, plot, structure, pacing/tension, scene dynamics, worldbuilding/setting, and premise. My feedback process is three-part. I’ll point out what works well, describe what needs improvement in detail, and suggest structural changes to help bring the story more in line with your vision.

With a developmental edit, you’ll receive:

  • A heavily annotated manuscript full of marginal comments
  • An editorial letter (15+ pages) analyzing strengths, weaknesses, and areas for revision and improvement
  • A book map: a structural, bird’s eye overview of the story
  • An hour-long editorial call

Because of the level of detail involved in a developmental edit, I offer it only for 1) complete manuscripts* that 2) have gone through at least one round of revisions using feedback from critique partners.

Pricing starts at $0.03/word.

*Please note that if you’re a debut novelist who hasn’t worked with me before, I won’t be able to perform a sample edit or take a booking until you have a complete draft of the manuscript to show me. This policy is for our mutual benefit.

Looking for critique on an incomplete or ongoing work? I do those, too! You can check out those plans right here.

Learn more about the process
Get in touch for a sample edit

“I was so excited to work with Cee, and she didn’t disappoint. I went into my Manuscript Evaluation aware of my major problem areas, but with no idea how to fix them. Cee’s feedback helped me navigate what I already knew was wrong and tackle issues I wasn’t aware of yet. Her feedback was tailored to my goals and ideas and challenged me to look at my writing in new ways. Editing with her feedback as a guide has been a breeze. In all my time writing, this is the easiest round of self-editing I’ve ever done.“

Teresa J. Martin, author, USA
teressajmartin.com
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“I was so excited to work with Cee, and she didn’t disappoint. I went into my Manuscript Evaluation aware of my major problem areas, but with no idea how to fix them. Cee’s feedback helped me navigate what I already knew was wrong and tackle issues I wasn’t aware of yet. Her feedback was tailored to my goals and ideas and challenged me to look at my writing in new ways. Editing with her feedback as a guide has been a breeze. In all my time writing, this is the easiest round of self-editing I’ve ever done.“

Teresa J. Martin, author, USA
teressajmartin.com
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Manuscript Evaluation

This is for the writer looking for a ‘lighter’ version of a full developmental edit. Though a manuscript evaluation follows the same process of close reading and structural analysis as a developmental edit, it addresses big-picture issues without the expense or (perhaps overwhelming) detail.

With a manuscript evaluation, you can choose one of two options:

Option One: Margin-Focused

  • A heavily annotated manuscript full of marginal comments
  • An hour-long editorial call

Option Two: Letter-Focused

  • An editorial letter (15+ pages for a full-length novel) giving an overview of strengths, weaknesses, and areas for revision and improvement
  • An hour-long editorial call

Please note that evaluations don’t include a book map.

At this time, I only offer manuscript evaluations for completed works that have undergone at least one round of revisions incorporating feedback from critique partners.*

Pricing starts at $0.015/word with a $385 minimum.

*Looking for critique on an incomplete or ongoing work? I do those, too! You can check out those plans right here.

Get in touch for a quote

“Cee gave actionable advice in terms of showing more of my character’s thought process so I gave the reader more insight and emotional connection to the character’s journey. Much of her advice helped inform the way I approached the remainder of this novel from start to finish.”

Alistair Reeves, author, UK
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“Cee gave actionable advice in terms of showing more of my character’s thought process so I gave the reader more insight and emotional connection to the character’s journey. Much of her advice helped inform the way I approached the remainder of this novel from start to finish.”

Alistair Reeves, author, UK
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Book Coaching*

*Note: I am not currently taking on new clients on the Captain Plan.

The Midshipman Plan

Outline Evaluation
Starting at $300

Get organized before you start drafting with an outline critique and brainstorming session.

  • A structural critique of outlines up to 10k words
  • Heavily annotated in marginal comments
  • A review of additional story- and worldbuilding material
  • A 5+ page summary of feedback
  • One 60-minute brainstorming call with Cee

The Lieutenant Plan

One-time Coaching
$385 / session

Book coaching to help you get your story in shape. Ideal for:

  • First-time authors looking for feedback, tools, and guidance
  • Beginning & intermediate writers hoping to learn more about storytelling & craft
  • Experienced authors looking for feedback on an unfinished or rough project

Session includes:

  • Up to 10k words of drafted prose
  • Heavily annotated in marginal comments
  • Prose assessment (if applicable)
  • Resources to help you learn
  • 60-minute 1:1 coaching call with Cee

The Captain Plan

Quarterly Coaching
$1050 / 3 mo.

Quarterly coaching to keep you accountable. Ideal for first-time authors, deadline lovers, and/or folks looking for professional feedback on unfinished projects.

  • Up to 10k words per month
  • Heavily annotated in marginal comments
  • Editorial & educational resources to help you learn
  • 60-minute 1:1 coaching call with Cee

Pick Cee’s Brain

$70 / hr

Want to pick Cee’s brain about a plot problem or story idea? Want Cee’s help explaining an element of story craft? Interested in watching her cat repeatedly walk back and forth on her desk? Get in touch and hop on for a 60-minute consultation call.*

*Note: ‘Pick Cee’s Brain’ doesn’t include editorial work on or a review of any written materials.

Learn more about the process
Get in touch for a sample edit

“I cannot overstate how amazing an experience it’s been to work with Cee as a Book Coach. With her support, I’ve been able to get through the first draft of my very first book, which is something I’d dreamed of doing since I was a kid. And then with her insight and feedback, I was able to further shape that story into the one I wanted to tell, and make something I could be proud of placing on my bookshelf alongside my favorite books.

Always intelligent, gracious, curious and kind – Cee is the best at what she does, and I’m so, so grateful for her guiding hand on my work.”

Lindsey McGowen, author, Canada
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“I cannot overstate how amazing an experience it’s been to work with Cee as a Book Coach. With her support, I’ve been able to get through the first draft of my very first book, which is something I’d dreamed of doing since I was a kid. And then with her insight and feedback, I was able to further shape that story into the one I wanted to tell, and make something I could be proud of placing on my bookshelf alongside my favorite books.

Always intelligent, gracious, curious, and kind – Cee is the best at what she does, and I’m so, so grateful for her guiding hand on my work.”

Lindsey McGowen, author, Canada
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First 5k Polish Pass

Get detail-oriented, professional eyes on the first 5k words of your manuscript. The First 5k Pass is a deep look at your work that combines developmental feedback with a line edit. On a structural level, I’ll focus on your opener, hook, premise, characterization, and worldbuilding. On a prose level, I’ll provide a line edit with suggestions for strengthening and tightening style and voice where applicable.

This is an ideal choice for:

  • Querying writers looking for feedback on their pages
  • Experienced writers in search of extra polish on their opener

With a First 5k Pass, you’ll receive:

  • An annotated copy of your first 5k words
    • Full of marginal comments
    • Line edited with track changes
  • A short (1-2 page) cover letter summarizing strengths and weaknesses
  • Links to craft resources where applicable

Cost: $300

Please note: the 5k Polish Pass is intended as a detail-oriented, late-stage service for manuscripts which have been through multiple rounds of revision. If you’re looking for critique on an incomplete or ongoing work, or if you’re a new writer hoping for guidance and feedback on storytelling and craft skills, you’ll get more bang for your buck out of my one-shot coaching services. You can check them out right here.

Learn more about the process
Get in touch to book your slot

“I adored working with Cee on a 5k Pass! Not only is she incredibly enthusiastic and supportive, but she gave me actionable advice with links to resources for more information––ensuring I continue to grow as a writer. Her attention to detail, professionalism, and expertise make her a powerhouse editor, and I would love to work with her again!”.

Stacia Stark, Amazon #1 Bestselling Author
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“I adored working with Cee on a 5k Pass! Not only is she incredibly enthusiastic and supportive, but she gave me actionable advice with links to resources for more information––ensuring I continue to grow as a writer. Her attention to detail, professionalism, and expertise make her a powerhouse editor, and I would love to work with her again!.”

Stacia Stark, Amazon #1 Bestselling Author
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What Cee Edits:

Genres:

  • Fantasy and Science Fiction
  • Horror (cosmic/atmospheric)
    • Note: I don’t love vampires. I’ll edit works with them, but if they’re your central characters, I might not be a good fit.
  • Cozy Mystery
  • Historical Fiction
    • (Note: I’m not interested 20-21st century settings unless they have speculative elements)
  • Dual-genre Romance
    • (SFF, Historical, Paranormal, etc.)

Specialties:

  • Novels, novellas, series
  • Give me your chonky epics!
    • Looking to self-publish a doorstopper or cut a manuscript down to query-able size? I can help!
  • Nautical settings
  • Adult and Upper-YA
  • LGBTQIA+ characters and themes
  • Learn more about my yucks and yums by checking out my manuscript wishlist!

Not a Good Fit For:

  • Nonfiction, Screenplays, Short Stories, Poetry
  • Literary Fiction
  • Procedural/Slasher/Serial Killer
  • Religious Fiction
  • Erotica or very spicy erotic romance
  • On-page sexual assault, dubiously consensual sex, or extreme domestic violence
  • Middle-grade or Lower-YA
  • Any writing created or modified by an AI reinforcement learning or natural language processing system, such as Chat-GPT.
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**Interested in booking a 5k Pass or 10k coaching session? Cee usually has availability for those services within the next 2-3 months. Just fill out the inquiry form indicating your interest, and Cee will get back to you with their earliest availability.

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