Picture Book Editing for straight prose -

RATE:  $85 for up to 850 words 

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Picture Book Editing for rhyming text - 

RATE: $110 for up to 500 words

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I have written several picture books and DEEPLY DEVELOPED and EDITED more than 200 for other authors.

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The editing I offer for picture books is just as comprehensive as my deep editing package for adult length books. However, with picture books, I do add content if the story can benefit. I only add complementary story elements rather than changing your voice, the story, or the intent behind the story.

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I rework and rephrase to improve dialogue, description, action sequences, trim filler words and flesh out scenes where necessary to elevate the story and bring it full circle. A polished, PROOFREAD story is returned.

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This service is meant for you if your book is finished but not quite what you envisioned. I can help lift up the parts that sag, improve ho-hum verbs, and make sure the action doesn't leave readers on the verge of a yawn. 

 

​For rhyming books, meter/cadence/beats and the rhyming scheme and flow is also improved which usually entails extensive rewriting to achieve the best results while maintaining your voice, the story, and the vision for the book.

 

If you need illustration suggestions or other help, please message me with your needs.

 

Please note that these prices do not include another round of revisions after you look at the story.  What I send back is the very best version of your story I can produce, but in the end the work is yours to accept and use, or build upon.

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I bring an intuitive edge and professional expertise to my edits and breathe even more life into your book. Typically, the work involves three rounds of editing.

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I look forward to working with you to bring your dreams of publishing a children's picture book to life!