In addition to writing and editing your book from inception to fruition, Marjorie offers the following services:

Developmental Editing

Developmental editors work with material that is not yet in manuscript form. They establish a collaborative relationship with writers and help shape a manuscript from a rough draft, an outline, or even sketchy notes. The writer specializes in content, the editor in form. As the author writes or rewrites, the developmental editor provides feedback, guidance, and encouragement.

Substantive Editing

Substantive editors (manuscript editors) work with completed manuscripts. They begin by assessing the manuscript as a whole for style, tone, structure, logic, and accuracy. Then they eliminate the manuscript’s weaknesses and enhance its strengths. These editors may reorganize the manuscript, rewrite portions of text, eliminate wordiness, write transitions and summaries, and work with the author to resolve inconsistencies or clarify confusing passages. A manuscript edited for substance goes back to the client for final review.

Copyediting

Copyeditors revise manuscripts line by line. The copyedit process can be light, medium, or heavy, depending on the quality and complexity of the manuscript.

Production Editing

Production editors manage the process a manuscript goes through to become a publishable product. They keep the project moving by coordinating the services of the copyeditor, designer, artist, and proofreader to control quality, maintain the production deadline, and stay within budget.

Proofreading

Proofreaders check typeset material and flag typographical errors, poor type quality, and deviations from typesetting conventions.

Marketing Tips

Before printing, brainstorm every marketing method. It may help you decide how many books to print.

The ghostwriter also offers small books, such as Books of Tribute and Bereavement Books.

A Book of Tribute is a collection of photographs, letters of condolence, and eulogies to honor the memory of a loved one in the words of family and friends.

A Bereavement Book is a private book of your memories and reflections concerning the deceased, whether it be a recent death or one in the distant past. This book often includes thoughts on your own grieving experience.

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