Have a Writing Project That Needs a Little Guidance?
From Writer to Author
If there's anything to be learned from my years in editorial, it's that there's no one right way to write a book. That can be very freeing, but it can also create turmoil for a writer. How can there be no right way to write but a million and a half wrong ways?
This is where a fresh set of eyes can take your project to the next level. Whether you need an analysis of how your story is flowing, a keen eye to clean up those typos, or you're looking for The Works for your initial rough draft, I can be your best resource and number one ally, a compassionate eye with a taste for quality work.
My motto:
Read obsessively;
write furiously;
edit carefully.
As an award-winning editor who has worked with both traditional and eBook publishers and over 100 authors, I know what it takes to make a good book. My dream-come-true is to spend my life helping people reach their dreams of having a manuscript they can be proud of.
Editorial Services
This is the most basic service I offer and focuses only on mechanics. I'll fix grammar and typos and comment on word choice if it impedes understanding. This will not include any plot suggestions, suggestions for cutting, or any developmental suggestions. However, if I find anything potentially offensive, I will point it out.
This is an edit focused on the book's big picture. I will not give you line-by-line feedback, but I will make in-line notes and comments about my reactions and questions. At the end of the draft, I will give you a reader’s report, which is a critical reading of the work. This will address acute and chronic tension (what I see is happening in the story), themes, character development, and any suggestions for improvement. For this service, I provide a free 1,000-word review so you can determine whether this is the right choice for you.
For a copyedit (also called a line edit), I focus on mechanics, voice, and diction. I’ll fix grammar and typos and comment on/fix word choice and structure. This will not include any major plot suggestions, suggestions for cutting, or any big developmental suggestions—unless it’s something that impedes understanding on the sentence level.
Book Coaching Services
Are you someone who is motivated to outline your book but never seem to get it written? Are you addicted to rewriting and never get to The End? Or are you facing some burnout after completing your manuscript and you’re not sure where to go next?
No matter where you are in your writing journey, I offer a personalized coaching service that will help you achieve your goals, keep you meeting realistic goals and deadlines, and providing inside information about the publishing industry to help you get your story into the hands of readers.
For $25, you can schedule an introductory Zoom call to discuss these services and see if a coaching partnership would be best for you.
Downloadable Classes
Contact Me
Inquiring about editorial services? Click the button below! Be sure to put your first and last name and the services you're interested in for the email subject (like, "Moriah Richard - Proofreading"). Please outline your goals for the project and when you're looking to have your finished edit delivered.