Work closely with our developmental editors to reignite your character's evolution, creating a narrative that keeps readers invested in their journey.
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Your story is a world waiting to be discovered, a journey to be embarked upon. But, every epic tale has its challenges - a convoluted plot, inconsistent characterization, lacking world building, or a sluggish pace, to name a few. This is where a developmental edit can make all the difference.
“I believe more in the scissors than I do in the pencil.”
A Developmental Edit serves as a roadmap for your story, guiding you through the intricate paths of plot development, character growth, and the craft of storytelling. This crucial step in your writing journey can help you:
At Salt and Sage Books, our experienced developmental editors delve deep into the heart of your story, identifying its strengths and potential pitfalls. We partner with you to guide your narrative, ensuring that it reaches its fullest potential. We aren't just editors - we're storytellers at heart who understand the nuances of creating compelling narratives.
We believe in the power of stories and the people who tell them. Let's work together to unlock the potential of your characters and elevate your story, crafting a narrative that leaves a lasting impact on its readers.
An extraordinary reflection of our unwavering commitment, each precisely navigated by skilled project managers.
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Tailored Pricing for Your Story
We offer four tiers of Developmental Editing service: Reader Report, Light Developmental, Deep Developmental, and Deluxe Developmental. Our pricing structure includes a base rate for projects up to 10,000 words, with additional costs per word for longer projects.
$125
Plus $0.0125 for each word over 10,000 words$250
Plus $0.025 for each word over 10,000 words$500
Plus $0.05 for each word over 10,000 words$1000
Plus $0.10 for each word over 10,000 wordsFor a better understanding of potential costs. Real project examples give you an insight into anticipated fees. Each example is shown without any fees and applicable taxes.
This piece will be billed at the Base Reader Report price + 22,450 words (10,000 words are included in the Base) at $0.0125/word:
[$120 (Base)] + [22,450 (words) x $0.0125] = $405.63 USD.
This piece will be billed at the Base Light Developmental Edit price + 65,000 words (10,000 words are included in the Base) at $0.025/word:
[$250 (Base)] + [65,000 (words) x $0.025] = $1,875 USD.
This piece is below our base threshold of 10,000 words and will be billed at the base price of $250 USD.
This piece will be billed at the Base Deep Developmental Edit price + 14,000 words (10,000 words are included in the Base) at $0.05/word:
[$500 (Base)] + [14,000 (words) x $0.05] = $1,200 USD.
This piece will be billed at the Base Deluxe Developmental Edit price + 10,000 words (10,000 words are included in the Base) at $0.05/word:
[$1,000 (Base)] + [10,000 (words) x $0.10] = $2,000 USD.
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Guiding you through the intricate paths of plot development, character growth, and the craft of storytelling, our Developmental Editors serve as a roadmap for your story. With expertise in the nuances of narrative structure, they provide personalized insights and creative direction to shape your story into an engaging and cohesive whole. Let us partner with you to bring your vision to life, turning promising ideas into unforgettable tales.
With our Developmental Edit service, we'll partner with you to build a rich, resonant narrative. Let’s start crafting today!
