Approximate turnaround time for each round of edits (content edit or proofread): Up to 30k = two weeks. 30k to 50k = three weeks. 50k to 70k = four weeks. 70k to 90k = five weeks. 90k and above = 6 weeks.For rush edits (two week turnaround), the fee is an additional .0025 cents per word.
Writing Coach:
Take your fiction novel from idea to a solid first draft – Includes a content edit.
I will…
- Help you develop your plot outline
- Work with you to determine word count target and genre
- Work with you to determine your goal and the pace with which you feel comfortable and, once that is established, I will encourage/remind if you are falling behind.
- Help you create a scene list
- Coach you in how to write a scene and offer writing tips
- Provide feedback on each scene or chapter…you choose
- Once you have written all the scenes, you have a first draft. When you are ready for me to edit your MS, whether it’s the first draft or a polished version, I will provide a content edit.
- During the process, if needed, I will offer phone sessions every two weeks.
Fee: $1,200.00 plus 3/4 cent per word (Multiply word count x .0075 – For an 80,000 word manuscript, the additional fee would be $600. The $1,200.00 must be paid up front. The 3/4 cent per word will be due at the time you submit your MS for the content edit. If you decide you do not want a content edit, then you will not owe the additional fee.)
I’m with you every step of the way…let me help you finally write that novel you been wanting to write but didn’t know where to begin. Contact me at: Alicia@AliciaDean.com
For further information, email me at: Alicia@AliciaDean.com
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Additional Services:
Editorial Feedback on Proposal
$200 for first 3 chapters (not to exceed 10,000 words)
Submitting to an editor or agent? Or perhaps you just need an assessment of your beginning chapters? Have a professional editor with 15 years’ experience review/edit your first 3 chapters.
For an additional $50, receive feedback on your query letter and synopsis
Contact Alicia@AliciaDean.com
Blurb: $45
I will help you create a blurb for your book. I can also help with a tag line and log line for no additional charge, if needed.
Query Letter: $40
Synopsis: $60
I will show you how to draft a synopsis and then edit it for you.
12 Week Writing Course: From Idea to First Draft – $100
*** Classes start on the first day of every odd month. (Jan 1, March 1, May 1, July 1, September 1, November 1 – Max of 10 authors per class)
Want to whip your ideas into shape and turn them into an exciting novel? Develop habits that will increase your productivity as you learn the secrets even the biggest names use to write their stories?
All this and much more in this 12-week, interactive course for beginners and seasoned authors alike.
Each week, you’ll have the chance to ask questions. You’ll also have 3 opportunities during the course to brainstorm with Alicia or submit scenes to her for feedback.
Week 1 is all about PREPARING TO WRITE.
In just the first week, you’ll learn:
How to condense your story idea into a few powerful sentences
Tips for turning off your internal editor and freeing your creativity
How to increase productivity and form a daily writing habit
An overview of what steps need to be taken, depending on your goal, once you finish your novel
To sign up for the course, complete this form: 12 Week Novel Course Signup
Contact me at Alicia@aliciadean.com for questions
What people are saying about Alicia’s editing service:
“Thorough job with attention to detail, timely response, and solid communication describes my experience using Alicia Dean for copy editing my first self-published novel, Blood Score. This was my first independent project outside the scope of my publishing companies. With Alicia’s editor experience, I felt very comfortable using her services. I would definitely use her again.”
~Jordan Dane, Bestselling & Critically-acclaimed Thriller/YA Author http://jordandane.com/
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“Ally Robertson was extremely easy to work with. I appreciated her helpful suggestions to improve my books along with her professionalism. I learned a lot about writing and editing from her and would recommend her work to anyone in need of an editor. She’ll make your book stronger with a firm but compassionate touch!”
~ Jannine Gallant, multi-published authorhttp://www.janninegallant.com/
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“Alicia Dean has a unique ability to ‘see’ things in my manuscripts others don’t. I wouldn’t submit a novel without her taking a look first!”
~ R.T. Wolfe, multi-published authorhttp://rtwolfe.com/
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“Ally Robertson is a superstar editor! She finds big and small errors in manuscripts. With her keen eye for mistakes, and deep knowledge of word usage, grammar, and punctuation, you’ll be glad she checked your work before your readers see it.”
~ Joya Fields, Award-winning authorhttp://joyafields.com/
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“Alicia Dean has edited two of my published novels. She is professional and thorough with a meticulous eye for detail. Her personable nature shines through even the toughest edits, and I found her to be extremely approachable throughout the entire process. My very first book was edited by Alicia, and in addition to being published, placed first in the prestigious 2013 International Digital Awards contest. I highly recommend trusted copy editor Alicia Dean and will definitely request her services again.”
~ Anna Kittrell ~ Award-Winning Authorhttp://annakittrell.com/
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“Alicia Dean is one of the best freelance editors around. I had a full manuscript I needed to get ready for an agent but felt it was missing something. It had already won many contests and awards but I still knew it needed work. She immediately honed in on the problems I was having and helped me get to the heart of the issues, problems such as some minor GMC issues that I couldn’t put my finger on. My book is not only clearer and more concise but it is better all around. Also, Alicia had helped me with the partial to this same agent and I know it was because of her edits, I got the request for the full. You can’t go wrong if you hire her as your editor.”
~ Lynn Crain, Award Winning Author of 20 books,http://lynncrain.com/
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“Editor Alicia Dean is a joy to work with as an editor. She’s thorough, patient and knows her stuff. The fact I can’t seem to understand comma placement did not deter her from making my Best Seller as shiny as a new penny. I owe much of my recent success to Ally and highly recommend her as an editor.”
~ Kim Hornsby ~ Best-Selling Authorhttp://kimhornsbyauthor.net/
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“Alicia is not only exceptionally skilled at understanding genre fiction and seeing the big (plot) picture, but she wields that editing knife with diplomacy and tact, always making sure to clearly explain her recommendations.”
~Leah St. James – author of Surrender to Sanctuary, Christmas Dance, and Adrienne’s Ghosthttp://leahstjames.com/
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“Ally Robertson has edited several of my books, which have been published through The Wild Rose Press. I am pleased with Ally’s professionalism. She is thorough in the technical aspect of editing, helps to ferret out ways to improve the story without being demanding or negative, is great to work with, and has a warm personality.”
~ Carol Henry, author of Destination: Romance—Exotic, Romantic Suspense Adventureshttp://carolhenry.org/
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PLEASE NOTE: I am honest in my feedback, if I am not, it is not helpful to you.
You can let me know at the time you send your manuscript of any special things you’d like me to note or look for or consider.
To request more information about my editing services, or to request a sample edit of 1,000 words, please email me at Alicia@AliciaDean.com
Author Alicia Dean 