Developmental Editing for Sci-fi and Fantasy Authors

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Developmental Editing for Science Fiction and Fantasy Authors

Just like a trunk supports the limbs of a tree, your story relies on core elements to be strong:

Plot

Character

Setting

Pacing

Sometimes we get so into our stories it’s hard to tell if our trunk is thick and strong, if it’s gone a bit wonky, or become so weak it falls over in the slightest breeze. Developmental editing can help you see it with fresh eyes.

Going Overboard to Help You

In my youth, I pursued the practical career path. I earned my BS and an MS degree in physics with the promise of stable employment and a decent salary.

Working in science and engineering was indeed stable. The salary was more than decent. Over a decade of it sucked out my creative soul. So I left to pursue a career in writing. Another decade plus of writing for other people and I found my soul just as empty.

I took a leap and returned to school, this time to feed my creative side. I’ve earned my MA in English and Creative Writing and a Master’s of Fine Arts in Creative Writing.

See? Overboard. Who needs four degrees? Me, apparently.

Degrees are great, but how do they help you?

My hard science background means I know how to problem solve and analyze. My creative writing degrees taught me about story, structure, editing and how to give useful developmental editing feedback. This means I have years of experience to put to work on your project. It’s a combination you won’t find anywhere else.

What authors are saying

Crystle Pishon provided a thorough, in-depth, well thought out developmental edit for the second book in my dark fantasy series.

From the outset, Crystle went above and beyond as she read the first book before getting started on the edits for book 2 which was amazing. She has provided me with excellent pointers to strengthen the overarching the story for each main character—which is no mean feat, as there are 4 POVs in my book (as well as extra occasional POV chapters). She provided advice on improving both big picture elements of the plot, as well as the more nuanced aspects of the story. I was impressed by how much she took on board because, honestly, I wrote the story and sometimes I can’t remember all of it!! Alongside this, she reflected on parts that worked well which helped to build my confidence as a writer (which is sometimes very shaky!).

Overall, I’ve been left with the means to make my book so much stronger. I can’t thank Crystle enough for that! I highly recommend her services if you are looking for a developmental editor.

I finished looking through your comments. There things I didn't realize or think about, so it has been very helpful. Thank you so much. I really do appreciate it.

And finally, to [Crystle Pishon], my developmental editor, who was great to work with, and who gave me faith my book would be received well by those outside my friend circle.

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