What Is Developmental Editing?

When it comes to developmental editing, I mainly provide feedback on three main things: Conflict, Context, and Change.

 

Whether you are writing nonfiction or fiction, these are three things that must be a part of your book, and they are typically found in every scene/chapter.

 

Conflict refers to a story's overall plot, the obstacles the character/reader overcomes throughout the book, and the dramas between different characters.

Context refers to the information provided, whether there's too much or not enough.

Change refers to the arc of the plot and character throughout the story.

 

When I developmentally edit a book, I give feedback after each chapter, highlighting these three things and whether I think they were done well or need work. I also do my best to leave feedback as I go.

 

As a full-time writing coach, I have worked with hundreds of writers on their books. You can be confident I will provide the same quality and focus to detail as I provided them. :) You won't be disappointed.

 

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.

I look forward to serving you.