Developmental editing for academics who are spread thin.

Most academic writers know that their manuscript needs editing, but they don’t realize that there are several different types of editing. Developmental editing is the first stage in editing. A manuscript with a strong, effective structure means the difference between an R&R and a rejection or an R&R and a conditionally accepted.

Once your manuscript is ready, let me take the burden off your shoulders. Choose from the following packages to get started.

Most early-career researchers start with a Diagnostic Review or Pre-Submission Edit.

If you have received a revise-and-resubmit decision, the R&R Accelerator is designed specifically for that stage.

Manuscript Diagnostic Review

Best for: First-time clients, early drafts, unsure authors.

 What is it: A structured expert evaluation of the manuscript with actionable direction.

Includes:

  • High-level manuscript review (no line editing or copy editing)

  • 1 – 2 page single-spaced diagnostic memo

  • Feedback on:

    • Argument clarity

    • Research question framing

    • Contribution to literature

    • Structure and logic

  • Basic journal positioning guidance

  • 1 short call

Key outcome: A structured expert assessment of your manuscript with clear revision priorities. 

Pre-Submission Edit

Best for: Drafts preparing for first submission.

What is it: Deep structural editing focused on making the paper publishable.

Includes:

  • Full manuscript developmental edit (including line editing and copyediting)

  • 2 – 3 page single-spaced editorial memo

  • Feedback on:

    • Argument clarity

    • Theory framing

    • Literature positioning

    • Section flow

  • Target journal positioning guidance

  • 1 x 45-60 minute strategy call

Key outcome: A submission-ready manuscript with a clear, defensible argument.

R&R Accelerator

Best for: Revise and Resubmit manuscripts.

What is it: Full strategic + editorial support to convert an R&R into a publication.

Includes:

  • Deep analysis of:

    • Reviewer reports

    • Editor decision letter

  • 3 – 4 page single-spaced R&R strategy memo

  • Revision prioritization map:

    • Must fix / should fix / optional

  • Full developmental editing pass (including line editing and copyediting)

  • Response to-reviewers letter strategy

  • 2 revision rounds

  • 2 strategy calls

Key outcome: A strategically revised manuscript positioned for acceptance.

Have questions?

Send me a quick note and let’s work to get your manuscript or R&R out the door.