Expert Editor, Writer for Hire, and Book Coach

I can help you:

• share inspiring personal stories 
• build enthusiasm and respect for science
• bring diverse stories from history vividly to life
• motivate people to volunteer, adopt animals, recycle, mentor, or do other charitable work
• find the best way to share your story or ideas with the right audience

When we share our stories, we grow and we help others grow.

SERVICES

Developmental Editing: Developmental critiques help writers hone their craft, excel as storytellers, and reach their writing goals. As a Developmental Editor, I look at the big picture: does the plot work, are the characters interesting and believable, is the pacing strong, is the language vivid and enjoyable? Get feedback on your manuscript, synopsis, outline, or query letter. Price: $3 per page for novels, $60 for picture books or query letters. (Learn more about the different types of editing here.)

Contact me for an example of editorial feedback and references from clients. (See some below.)

Book Coaching: If you have an idea or rough draft but aren’t sure of the next steps, I can coach you through the creation of a project from concept to finished manuscript. Rate: $45 per hour.

Writer for Hire: Are you an expert with a book idea but not enough time or writing experience to make it a reality? I will turn your thoughts into a polished manuscript. I’ve ghostwritten nonfiction on management and volunteering, picture books, biographies, and six Boxcar Children mysteries for young readers, plus nonfiction and informational fiction for young people on science and history topics. (A ghostwriter remains anonymous, so the name on the project is yours!)

Contact me to learn how I can help with your memoirs, novels, nonfiction, blogs, newsletters, and more. Rates depend on the project parameters.

Rewriting: If you already have a manuscript but feel it needs professional help to be the best it can be, I can revise your work for clarity, impact, and audience appropriateness. I’ll use my years of experience to work to your specifications. Rates depend on the project.

Project Management: Ready to publish? I’ll guide you through the process from manuscript to querying publishers (including feedback on your query letter) or independently publishing a book. This can include direction in hiring a cover artist, book designer, etc., and help with the keywords and categories that will help readers find your work. Rate: $45 per hour.

Ask yourself: How do I want to be remembered? Together, we will develop projects that share your mind and heart, make you proud, and create positive change in the world.

FORMATS
Nonfiction
Fiction  
Memoir
Books for Children 

Contact Chris

Clients say: “I think your feedback is spot on.” – Julia, Hawaii 

“You launched me with great confidence and bravado into writing novels. Your mentoring was superior, and exactly what I needed to take a writing talent and journalism background and fine tune it into something solid…. you are a phenomenal teacher/mentor.”  – Jodi Lea Stewart, author of Blackberry Road, Silki, the Girl of Many Scarves, The Accidental Road, and other novels

“Your perspective and suggestions seem hugely useful to me. I value your observations and suggestions a great deal.” – Chris, Washington

“You did a marvelous job. I agree with everything you wrote. On the surface it seems like there’s a lot of work to do but your thoughts are so clear and concise so it should be fairly easy.” – Ross, New Mexico

“I received the manuscript today. Wow!!! You gave me some great feedback. I can’t wait to get started. Thanks you so much.” – Deb, Illinois