Serpent and Sword
Editing & Author Services
helping you bring out the best in your book
Services
A developmental edit covers important big picture elements such as plot, pacing and character development, arming you with what you need to take your story to the next level.
This service includes line comments on the manuscript provided so that you can easily see where suggestions are being made (and inevitably a few comments of me screaming about that plot twist or how I’m falling in love with yet another fictional character) as well as a further document containing an overall review of my suggested edits, including a breakdown of feedback on each story element and chapter by chapter comments.
Pricing: £0.019 per word
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Developmental Editing
Similar to a developmental edit, but a little smaller, this service is perfect for shorter projects or unfinished drafts. A manuscript assessment includes an edit and full feedback on short form stories to help them pack a punch, or on an unfinished draft to help you know where to go next.
£0.012 per word for short stories up to 10,000 words
Flat fee of £349.99 for an unfinished novel manuscript
Manuscript Assessments
Have a brilliant idea but not sure where to go next? My outlining and plotting services are designed to help writers map out their story, from in-depth character sheets to chapter by chapter breakdowns, so you know exactly where to start, and where to go with your book!
Prices starting at £135.00
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Writing Consultations & Coaching
From one off consultations focusing on a specific area of writing, to individually tailored writing coaching services, we’ll work together to help you take your writing to the next level. Whether you want support as you write your next novel, or just want someone to break down exactly how to show instead of tell, I’m here to help!
Individual consultations starting at £40.00 p/h
Full writing coaching priced per project, please get in touch for a personalised quote
Need something you don’t see covered by my standard services? Let me know! Whether it’s helping write a blurb that’ll grab readers’ attention, a consult on Scottish folklore and characters, or helping you find a writing style or schedule that works around your life, I’m always open to custom services! To chat about how I can help, please fill out the contact form!
Custom Services
About Me
Hi! I’m Sam, a writer, editor and avid reader from Scotland.
I offer author services for indie authors, writers and small publishing companies including (but not limited to): ghostwriting, developmental editing, plotting and writing coaching services.
Though I’m happy to discuss projects of all fiction genres, I specialise in romance, fantasy and paranormal novels, with a passion for queer fiction…and if it’s dark and twisty, I’ll love it even more!
I’m passionate about helping writers bring out the best in their stories, and pride myself on having a friendly, encouraging approach to all I do.
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