Editing Services
I am a published author and experienced editor of genre fiction, literary fiction, and technical nonfiction. I have an M.S. in Technical Communication and a Certificate in Editing from the University of Washington.
Learn here about each of the editing services I provide. If nothing here seems quite right, I also offer custom packages. Don’t hesitate to ask!
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Manuscript assessment focuses on big-picture edits regarding the content and structure of your manuscript. This service includes an extensive edit letter with recommendations, but no in-document comments. This service is available for full or partial manuscripts, as well as for outlines.
Manuscript assessments start at $0.015 per word.
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Developmental editing, or content editing, focuses on big-picture edits regarding the content and structure of your entire manuscript. This service includes an extensive edit letter with recommendations, as well as in-document comments to provide more targeted guidance.
Developmental editing starts at $0.035 per word.
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Beta reading focuses on providing reader reactions to your manuscript at a big-picture level. It includes a shorter letter than a manuscript assessment or developmental edit, and centers on my experience as a reader, rather than craft or editorial recommendations.
Sensitivity reading is specialized beta reading in which I use my unique experiences to help you write characters or situations outside of your own experience. Contact me for a full list of the types of sensitivity reading I offer.
Beta reading starts at $0.008 per word.
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Do none of these services quite fit what you’re looking for? I also offer hourly consultations and custom services.
Consultations start at $50 per hour.
Testimonials
“Rio gave me some of the most concrete editing advice I have ever received. They told me exactly why the phrasing in my line wasn't hitting and how to fix it without talking down to me. They helped me put into words my own style and preferences. They taught me to think critically about the way I write and what effect that would have on the reader. Rio’s editorial notes were so detailed and nuanced! I am forever grateful for their attention and feedback.”
- Inez Ray, Buzzard
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“Thank you so so much! This is super helpful and much needed. [Your feedback] is beyond inspiring and kind!”
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“You’ve truly provided me with some incredible feedback, it’s exactly what I needed to hear. I’m glad you liked what you liked about it, I was particularly proud of things like combat and character arcs so I appreciate that you found those rewarding. I definitely agree that there is a lot of things I need to fix, and I’d love to continue to contact you to be able to improve in those areas.”
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“This is exactly what I was hoping for, so thank you :) I will definitely be making use of your services [more] going forward... I'm so glad you read the whole thing in one sitting!”
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