This is where we look at the story as a whole and make suggestions for improvement. We also look at continuity and timelines.

 

We will:

• Make suggestions to cut parts that weaken the story, are inconsistent, or simply don’t work.

• Make suggestions to improve and strengthen various plotlines and ‘action’ scenes.

• Check for continuity throughout – for example if a character is described in chapter 2 as having green eyes, the same person cannot show up in chapter 8 with blue eyes.

• Ensure timelines are consistent.

• Point out areas where the author needs to ‘show not tell’.

• Ensure dialogue is realistic and relatable.

• Look at character development and suggest ways to make the characters more three-dimensional.

 

We would expect to carry out two or three rounds of editing before completion and sign-off.

This is the part of the editing process which, in our opinion, makes the difference between a good story and a great one!

 

Pricing: This service is charged at one GB pence per word.

 

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