Coaching and project support for authors
Your manuscript deserves a photo finish!
Have you written a novel, a non-fiction book, a guidebook or an extensive brochure and would like to publish the work yourself or send it to a publisher or literary agency?
Professional editing ensures that your manuscript is coherent in terms of content and pleasantly readable for your target audience. Whether self-publishing or publisher submission: A well-edited book will convince readers and professionals alike.
Project support for authors: From book concept to finished text
You have an idea for a book but don't know where to start?
I support you in transforming your idea into a structured book text – whether it's a novel, expert book or guidebook. Ideal for novice writers or authors who wish to transform their writing process.
Project support services:
- Clarification of your expectations and goals
- Support with plot, structure and character development
- Mini-editing for first chapters or scenes
- Regular exchange via email, Zoom or phone
- Personal support – individual and flexible
Price on request – depending on the scope of the project
Editing & Manuscript Optimization: For Fiction & Non-Fiction
Developmental editing
Are you unsure whether your story works or whether the structure of your non-fiction book is convincing? I will read your manuscript carefully and analyze:
- Plot structure & logic: Are there arcs of suspense or logic gaps?
- Character Development & Dialogues (for novels)
- Author's voice & structure (for non-fiction books)
- Style, Tonality & Perspective
You will receive:
- Your manuscript with annotations
- An individual manuscript review with concrete recommendations for action
- Tips for independent revision
Goal: We'll have your book manuscript ready for publication.
Developmental Editing
Among other things, I pay attention to:
1. Fiction: Suspense, plot gaps, character development & dialogues, POV, pacing, & style
2. Non-fiction: structure, comprehensibility, reader engagement, branding, target group-oriented language, reading flow & editorial clarity
As Word-doc with track changes or PDF with comments + manuscript review
Proofreading
Correction of
- Spelling
- Grammar
- Punctuation
As Word-doc with track changes or PDF with comments
Line editing
Includes proofreading
- stylistic errors
- uniform spelling
- word choice and voice
- outline
- target group-oriented language
- deletion of filler words
- replacement of word repetitions
- simplification of complex sentence structures
As Word-doc with track changes or PDF with comments
You are welcome to contact me for a free trial before you commit to an offer.
Free trial editing – Get to know my way of working
A free trial proofreading is standard for me. I will proofread three standard pages of your manuscript in order to
- realistically estimate the effort and time,
- give you an insight into my way of working.
Whether it's suspense, grammar, style or depth of character: I will address your strengths and areas of improvement individually. My criticism is always constructive and appreciative. No need to worry: Together we'll take your book baby to the next level!
What genres do I edit?
Fiction: Fantasy, Cozy, Contemporary, Young Adult, New Adult, Science Fiction, Crime
Non-fiction: guidebooks, memoirs, reports, corporate publishing, scientific articles and papers, expert books
And now you: Your expectations are my focus
Let's clarify your wishes together:
1. Do you want to approve every change yourself?
2. Should facts also be checked or is the focus on language?
3. Do you prefer comments or direct text changes?
I'm a fan of transparent communication and cooperation at eye level. Take advantage of the opportunity for a free trial editing and let's talk about your book project. I look forward to hearing from you!