Professional, collaborative nonfiction development editing for your project.

Your book is your business, especially when it comes to nonfiction. Developmental editing allows you to publish with pride: you’ll know your logic is sound, your arguments are strong, and your manuscript is organized in the most effective way possible for your intended audience.

Together, we’ll make sure your book has a strong and compelling thesis, structure, and presentation, whether that means cutting extraneous sections or even rewriting new ones. And I’ll check in with you between every round of edits to make sure you’re satisfied with every change.

Nonfiction Developmental Editing

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Stronger, logically supported positions

If copyediting is a fresh coat of paint, developmental editing is a chance to give the entire structure the support of a solid, unshakable foundation.

Loosely organized material leaves readers wondering, “Who cares?” With ironclad logic and meaningful structure, readers will understand why information is presented when it is—and why it matters to them. I’ll make sure the structure of your book is logical and information is presented in the ways that work best for your readers.

Integration with your publishing and marketing plans

Your publishing goals may range from personal to professional. Have a business, app, or mailing list you want readers to know about? Whatever your plans, together we’ll develop ways to bake them into the manuscript, right from the beginning.

Clear feedback and actionable next steps

I won’t just hand you an outline and leave you hanging; I’ll write a detailed editorial memo that lays out overall thoughts, chapter-by-chapter impressions, and next steps, and I’ll leave extensive comments throughout the way to help you understand the ways you might flesh out your arguments or better support your logic.

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Whether the workproduct was a brief to be filed with a court, a chapter for national publication, or a white paper designed to impact public policy, Sarah was able to handle the project with aplomb and style.

Stacey SupinaDirector of Research, Legal Research Center
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My book, The Fine Print of Self-Publishing ... is directly responsible for a significant amount of business for my company. Sarah was my first and only choice for this editing assignment.

Mark LevineFounder of Hillcrest Media Group
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Sarah has always impressed me with her ability to provide both broad and specific constructive criticism. Her diverse talents enhance every project’s potential for connecting with its audience.

Michelle BrownSenior Account Executive, Mill City Press
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Sarah is incredibly dependable and reliable. She has always been clear and honest about her skills and what she is—and isn’t—comfortable taking on. Working with Sarah is always a pleasure.

Robert SchmidtCoordinating Editor of Hillcrest Media Group

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If you know you have a great idea but you need help putting it all together, the team at Spoonbridge Press is here to help. Use the link below to let us know about your project.

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