If you're looking for an in-depth edit of a short story, novella, or novel and it falls under the umbrella of speculative fiction (fantasy, science fiction, horror, and dark fiction), I would love to talk to you. Developmental editing includes basic proofreading and an in-depth critique of the manuscript, including plot, style, character, narration, description, dialogue, and consistency. You can expect me to get through 2-8 double-spaced pages (500-2,000 words) per hour, depending on the state of the manuscript, with a little extra time on the end for constructing the critique. The proofing component will be done directly on the manuscript, paper or digital, and the critique will be provided as a separate document. I have been writing fiction seriously since 1997. I have sold several short stories, primarily to periodicals, and have written and edited two short story collections. I have been in a number of critique groups over the past 20 years, and have assisted fellow authors improve their writing and get their short stories and novels published. I'm available and happy to work on young adult, new adult, and adult fiction.