Editing Services for Authors
Meet the Editor
Hi, I’m Lily, a witchy romance author, developmental editor, and champion of stories that heal as they love. I help writers refine their manuscripts with empathy, intuition, and a deep understanding of emotional storytelling.
With a Creative Writing degree, Counseling degree, and far too many certifications, I help authors write stories that deserve to be seen in all its glowing, vulnerable, powerful glory. Let’s polish your pages until they feel like a spell well-cast.
What I Offer
Developmental Editing
Think of me as your story’s intuitive guide. I’ll dive deep into your manuscript’s soul — structure, pacing, character arcs, tension, and emotional depth — to help you bring your vision into focus. Together, we’ll untangle knots, strengthen your story’s heartbeat, and make every page feel intentional and alive.
You’ll receive:
In-line feedback/suggestions
Scene-by-scene or chapter-by-chapter summary notes
Optional: A one-hour follow-up call to discuss feedback and next steps
Manuscript Evaluation
Perfect if you’re finishing your first (or second...or third) full draft, not ready for a full developmental edit, or seeking clarity on your story’s direction
Not sure what your story needs yet? This option offers an overview of your manuscript’s strengths and opportunities for growth — a gentle but thorough assessment of where the magic’s flowing and where it’s fizzling. You’ll walk away with a detailed editorial letter and clear next steps for revision.
You’ll receive:
An editorial letter outlining big-picture strengths, areas for improvement, and next steps
No in-line edits — just clear direction and compassionate feedback
An optional 30-minute call to answer questions and set revision goals
Sensitivity Reading
I am especially well-suited to manuscripts engaging with:
Black womanhood in the U.S.
Including racism, misogynoir, respectability politics, family and community dynamics, desire, joy, rage, softness, and survival
Mental health & therapy
Such as trauma narratives, depression, anxiety, psychiatric care, therapeutic relationships, diagnosis, and healing arcs
Kink / BDSM
With attention to consent frameworks, power exchange, negotiation, aftercare, and common misconceptions
A care-centered, critical read focused on how identities, cultures, power dynamics, and lived experiences are portrayed in your work. This service is designed to help writers tell braver, more responsible stories without flattening complexity or creativity.
Non-monogamy
Including polyamory, open relationships, relationship anarchy, jealousy, communication, boundary-setting, and ethical complexity
Mini Evaluation
A smaller spell for a smaller scope — ideal for novellas, partial drafts, or your opening chapters. This focused feedback will help you see what’s working and where to strengthen your story’s spark.
You’ll Receive:
2–3 page Editorial Letter with actionable notes
Optional 20-minute call
Personalized suggestions for next steps or revision rituals
Fee Structure
Sliding scales run on trust and self-awareness — no paperwork, no proof. Choose the tier that reflects your current access to resources, not your worth or your art’s value.
A quick self-inventory. Paying at this tier would feel…
like a stretch, but possible with care → Community
like a fair exchange → Sustainable
like generosity that still feels easy → Abundant
Each choice keeps this work in balance: sustaining me, supporting others, and making editorial magic more accessible to everyone.
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You’re on a limited or unpredictable income, supporting dependents, or navigating systemic barriers (such as disability, marginalization, or low-wage work). Paying full rate would cause financial strain, but you still value professional editorial care.
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You can meet your needs and occasionally afford extras. Paying the standard rate honors both your budget and my time.
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You have financial stability, access to savings, or generational wealth. Paying at this rate feels comfortable and allows you to support greater access for others.
How To Choose Your Tier
Fee Distribution
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Developmental Edits (Novel)
COMMUNITY TIER
$250–$600
SUSTAINABLE TIER
$650–$900
ABUNDANT TIER
$950–$1,300 -
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Developmental Edits (Novella)
COMMUNITY TIER
$150-$350
SUSTAINABLE TIER
$400-$550
ABUNDANT TIER
$600-$750
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Manuscript Evaluation
COMMUNITY TIER
$225-$400
SUSTAINABLE TIER
$500-$650
ABUNDANT TIER
$700-$950 -
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Sensitivity Reading
COMMUNITY TIER
$150–$300
SUSTAINABLE TIER
$350–$500
ABUNDANT TIER
$550–$800 -
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Mini Evaluation
COMMUNITY TIER
$100-$150
SUSTAINABLE TIER
$175-$200
ABUNDANT TIER
$225-$300
“Their attention to detail and commitment to quality truly stood out. We’ve already recommended them to others.”
– Former Customer
Get In Touch
If you're interested in working with me, please complete the form with details about your project. I'll review your message and get back to you within 48 hours.