Developmental Editing

For: book manuscripts, journal articles, and proposals

I will…

  • Generate a manuscript assessment through careful analysis of the deployment of argument, cohesion of narrative structure, use of supporting evidence, and effectiveness and consistency of style

  • Devise a thorough revision plan with several paths to choose from

  • Help strategize for submission or resubmission

Indexing

Like a well-conceived title, a well-made index orients readers in the content of the book and is one of the first things many readers (and potential readers) will see.

  • Create a map of the text through its key concepts

  • Synthesize items into headings and subheadings, weighting them in proportion to their importance in the text

  • Accurately represent all key elements (figures, movements, concepts, etc.) and add cross-references when necessary