Polished Packages

Query Critiques

*All query packages come with two rounds of edits

Flat Package: your first page only (first impressions matter!), no query: $7

Matte Package: query letter only: $30

Satin Package: your first page and query letter: $35

Gloss Package: first 10 pages and query letter: $50

Shine Package: first 50 pages and query letter: $100

Editing/Coaching

Developmental edit: I offer a full developmental edit in which I will read your manuscript and focus on the big picture aspects. In addition to pointing out the overall areas that are working and the ones that need revisiting, things I look out for in this edit include: overall storytelling and structure, conflict, plot holes, character arcs/development, well-written dialogue, inconsistencies, and pacing. Along with notes made within the document, your edit will be returned with an in-depth letter of evaluation. Your letter will highlight the issues I found and provide solutions/alternatives.

I have very limited availability for full edits. Due to my own work, I can only take on two developmental clients a year and only one per half year.

Investment: 0.010 per word. For example, a manuscript with 100,000 words would cost $1,000.

pROOFREADING

The purpose of proofreading is to have fresh eyes thoroughly read and search for errors in typing and formatting. If a word is repeated, a space is doubled, a punctuation mark is missing, or a typo has slipped by your editor, I will highlight the area with notes to correct before your final send-off.

Investment: It can be discouraging when shopping for a proofreader after already spending thousands on previous editing. Because of this, I want to make it easier and more attainable for authors. I charge a flat rate of $400 to proofread any word count under 200,000 words.

Let’s work together

Polish: (verb) to improve, refine, or add the finishing touches to.

Before publishing my debut, I offered editing services in between my own writing. From critiquing queries to polishing full manuscripts, I’ve helped authors set their story up for success. And I’ve had the best time doing it. Whether your goal is traditional publishing or self-publishing, I’m ready to dive into the journey with you.

Words are a passion driven so deep within my soul there is no separating the two. Whether my own or someone else’s, my life will always be consumed by stories. When it comes to yours, my goal is to remove some of the stress and help you through it as your editor and writing coach. To take your work when you’re feeling spent and push it to the next level. To look at the work you spent months, maybe even years writing, with fresh eyes. And to polish them.

testimonials

"'Polished' provides an insightful look at your work. She literally polished my query, making it tighter. It flowed better."

— Elyse Trevers, query critique

"A true genius! Elizabeth has worked on many of my novels and she is my number one choice for my editing needs. Her attention to detail is phenomenal, and her developmental commentary is astounding. If you are in need of an editor, look no further because she will make your novel shine."

— Author Bailey B., developmental edit

"Her feedback was insightful, helpful, and constructive. She was firm with what didn't work, without her edits seeming harsh, and just as supportive with what did work! Her two rounds of edits completely changed my query and made it 100x better than when it started! I would definitely recommend her services to any writer struggling to write their query letter."

— Emily Rose @rosebuds.reads, query critique