Revising & Editing

You've read your manuscript a thousand times, but something's still missing.

You need objectivity. You need inspiration. You need a book coach.

Step 1: Get Objective Feedback

Revising a manuscript can feel overwhelming, especially if you've been working on this story for a while. You're likely experiencing that whole "can't see the forest for the trees" thing—you're too close to evaluate it objectively. That's where our Manuscript Evaluation service comes in.


"The feedback I received was invaluable. It's made all the difference in my rewrite."

— Rachel Schmidt —

Contemporary Romance Writer



"It's like book coaches are magical story wizards helping sculpt my story ideas into an actual concrete thing that works."

— Annette M. Webber —

Speculative Fiction Writer



"I literally wouldn't be the writer I am today without you. I learned an MFA-course worth of craft!"

— Nola S. —

Historical Fiction Writer


Step 2: Define Your Revision Plan

[text: vision for story + issues identified --> ability to create a revision plan that works for you and your story]


"The feedback I received was invaluable. It's made all the difference in my rewrite."

— Rachel Schmidt —

Contemporary Romance Writer



"It's like book coaches are magical story wizards helping sculpt my story ideas into an actual concrete thing that works."

— Annette M. Webber —

Speculative Fiction Writer



"I literally wouldn't be the writer I am today without you. I learned an MFA-course worth of craft!"

— Nola S. —

Historical Fiction Writer


Step 3: Ready, Set, Revise!

You know what the issues are in your current draft and defined a revision plan, so now it's time to get down to business and defeat the Hu-- ahem, get down to business and get your next draft done. Join the Sodality of Storytellers (if you haven't already) and we'll be the Mushu, Khan, Cri-Kee, Yao, Ling, and Chien-Po to your Mulan.


"The feedback I received was invaluable. It's made all the difference in my rewrite."

— Rachel Schmidt —

Contemporary Romance Writer



"It's like book coaches are magical story wizards helping sculpt my story ideas into an actual concrete thing that works."

— Annette M. Webber —

Speculative Fiction Writer



"I literally wouldn't be the writer I am today without you. I learned an MFA-course worth of craft!"

— Nola S. —

Historical Fiction Writer


Step 4: Fine-Tune Your Manuscript

New draft that addressed the big-picture issues of your previous draft, check. At this point, you might be feeling overwhelmed about what to do next. Good news! We've made revision simple by creating a roadmap that will guide you on the rest of your revising and editing journey.


"The feedback I received was invaluable. It's made all the difference in my rewrite."

— Rachel Schmidt —

Contemporary Romance Writer



"It's like book coaches are magical story wizards helping sculpt my story ideas into an actual concrete thing that works."

— Annette M. Webber —

Speculative Fiction Writer



"I literally wouldn't be the writer I am today without you. I learned an MFA-course worth of craft!"

— Nola S. —

Historical Fiction Writer


Step 5: Push it Further

Taken your manuscript as far as you can? It's time to hire a professional editor who can help you push it further.


"The feedback I received was invaluable. It's made all the difference in my rewrite."

— Rachel Schmidt —

Contemporary Romance Writer



"It's like book coaches are magical story wizards helping sculpt my story ideas into an actual concrete thing that works."

— Annette M. Webber —

Speculative Fiction Writer



"I literally wouldn't be the writer I am today without you. I learned an MFA-course worth of craft!"

— Nola S. —

Historical Fiction Writer


Step 6: Prepare for Publishing

Whether your dream is to get an agent and land a publishing deal with a traditional publisher or to self-publish, taking care to prepare appropriately makes a huge difference. Let us help you put your best foot forward.


"The feedback I received was invaluable. It's made all the difference in my rewrite."

— Rachel Schmidt —

Contemporary Romance Writer



"It's like book coaches are magical story wizards helping sculpt my story ideas into an actual concrete thing that works."

— Annette M. Webber —

Speculative Fiction Writer



"I literally wouldn't be the writer I am today without you. I learned an MFA-course worth of craft!"

— Nola S. —

Historical Fiction Writer


If you're ready to get started or you have questions...

...book a free 30-minute consultation with one of our coaches today!