Content Editing

Jo McClelland Phillips

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About this service

Summary

I offer comprehensive editing services, including live feedback, beta reading, and developmental editing, as well as a sensitivity read for neurodivergent and asexual representation. As a queer (Ace), neurodivergent CIS woman, I bring personal insight and expertise to ensure respectful and accurate content.

Process

Initial Consultation: Discuss project details, goals, and deadlines (via email, WhatsApp, or Zoom).
Submission of Manuscript: Provide original content in a Word or Google document.
First Read Reactions: Deliverable: Live feedback and immediate reactions during the initial read-through. Format: Provided in a Word or Google document using comments.
Beta Reading: Deliverable: Comprehensive feedback, including notes on pacing, character development, plot consistency, and overall engagement. Format: Provided in a Word or Google document using comments.
Sensitivity Reading for Neurodivergence and Asexuality: Deliverable: Detailed review to ensure accurate and respectful representation of neurodivergent and asexual characters and themes. Format: Provided in a Word or Google document using comments.
Developmental Editing: Deliverable: In-depth analysis focusing on the structure, plot, character arcs, and thematic elements of the manuscript. Format: Provided in a separate Word or Google document.
Feedback and Revision: Deliver the edited manuscript with detailed feedback and suggested revisions.
Client Review: Allow time for client review and feedback on edits.
Workshopping: Deliverable: Collaborative session to brainstorm ideas, refine concepts, and address specific writing challenges. Format: Conducted as follow-up session via video call or in-person meetings.
Follow-Up Support: Offer ongoing support and assistance as needed to ensure client satisfaction. (extra costs may apply)

FAQs

  • Can I just have one service?

    The annoying answer is that it depends. The easiest way to have a tailored experience is to send me a message, and we'll find something that helps you where you are in your writing journey.

What's included

  • First Read Reactions

    Deliverable: Live feedback and immediate reactions during the initial read-through. Format: Provided in a Word or Google document using comments.

  • Beta Reading

    Deliverable: Comprehensive feedback, including notes on pacing, character development, plot consistency, and overall engagement. Format: Provided in a Word or Google document using comments.

  • Sensitivity Reading for Neurodivergence and Asexuality

    Deliverable: Detailed review to ensure accurate and respectful representation of neurodivergent and asexual characters and themes. Format: Provided in a Word or Google document using comments. Note: As a CIS woman, queer (Ace), and neurodivergent individual, I bring personal insight and sensitivity to this review.

  • Developmental Editing

    Deliverable: In-depth analysis focusing on the structure, plot, character arcs, and thematic elements of the manuscript. Format: Provided after the second read-through in a separate Word or Google document or email.

  • Workshopping

    Deliverable: Collaborative sessions to brainstorm ideas, refine concepts, and address specific writing challenges. Format: Conducted as follow-up sessions, either via video call, voice call, or email, depending on client preference and availability.

Skills and tools

Content Editor
Editor
ChatGPT
Google Docs
Hemingway App
Microsoft Word

Industries

Books
EBooks

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