One of my academic editing services
What it is
An academic manuscript assessment includes one round of reading, during which I take careful notes on all the big-picture elements that are helping or hindering your work at both the book-level and chapter-level. That includes attention across the text to argument, narrative flow, organization of evidence, cohesion, voice, and overall outcomes. I also consider your chosen readership and your goals, to see if you are on track to successfully meet them.
After my read-through, I will draft an editorial report detailing all my revision suggestions. When appropriate, I also provide a proposed new outline for the text.
“Over the course of our work, Alex became my close intellectual conspirator and friend. Editing and coaching with them has been divine; they are a lighthouse in my path.”
Dr. David Tenorio, author Queer Relajo: Feeling the Nightscapes of Mexicanidad
When it’s helpful
I most often provide this service to authors who are looking for budget-friendly developmental advice, especially in the following situations:
- when you need to transform a raw dissertation project into a book project that meets market standards and uplifts your expertise
- when you need advice on a revised dissertation or manuscript, before you begin submitting to publishers
- when you need advice on how to incorporate peer review feedback and revision requests as part of the publishing process
- when you need a gut check on an early draft of a new project, before you start polishing the writing
How much it costs
$200 + $.025/wd after 5k words
Lodestar Editing & Coaching 