Author Services
Editing, coaching, consultation and workshops.
Author Services
Professional Editorial & Coaching Services for Authors
Your story deserves to be told—and told well. As a seasoned editor, author coach, and consultant, I provide expert guidance to help writers at every stage of their journey. Whether you’re developing your manuscript, refining your prose, or seeking industry insights, I offer professional support tailored to your needs.
Author Coaching – Helping writers develop their craft, build confidence, and navigate the writing process.
Book Coaching – Guiding authors through the entire journey of writing and structuring their book.
Developmental Editing – Big-picture feedback on story structure, pacing, and character development.
Line & Copy Editing – Sentence-level refinement to enhance clarity, readability, and style.
Consultations on Writing Realistic Correctional Settings – Providing expert insights on prison, jail, and correctional environments to ensure accuracy and authenticity in storytelling.
General Consultations – Offering expert advice on writing, publishing, and industry best practices tailored to your needs.
Every author’s journey is unique, and my approach is designed to meet you where you are. Whether you need strategic guidance, in-depth editing, or specialized expertise, I’m here to help you elevate your writing and bring your book to life.
Ready to take the next step? Let’s work together to make your book the best it can be.
Consulting
$50 per hour
Terms: Minimum 1 Hour
Editing
$.02 per word
Terms: Half due on booking, the rest after the first pass.
Coaching
$1200 per month
Terms: Payable in full before each 30-day cycle
Do you know about the different types of editing and the journey a book goes through before publication? Click on the links below to learn more about what each type of process entails and what you can expect from your editor.
Some editors combine services. However, your proofreader should be someone different than your editor. Fresh eyes are best!
Developmental Editing
Proofreading
Alpha and Beta Reading
Writing Coach vs. Book Coach
What my clients are saying:
“There’s simply no one better. Working with Sara is a bootcamp, pep-talk and master class, all rolled into one amazing package.”
— Dee J. Holmes
“Sara made the editing process a breeze. I honestly wish I could live inside her brain. I look forward to our next project together.”
— Rebecca Poole
“Sara is a talented author and editor. I've read many of her books and am familiar with her editing skills. She has an excellent command of language and grammar and would be a wonderful asset for an author or publishing house in need of an editor.”
— Kathryn Lively
Any of these workshops are available as a private, one on one coaching experience. Contact for pricing.
Available Workshops
My current courses, based on my areas of expertise and where I’ve found people most benefit from my experience.
How to Create Better Villains Based on Experiences with Serial Killers, Cannibals and Sex Offenders (60 minutes)
PTSD: From lip service to character integration (60 minutes) *Warning: This is based in lived experience and trauma, and may be triggering.
Prison for Writers (60 minutes)
Queries (60 minutes) By the end of this workshop, you will have a usable query suitable for submission.
Body Positivity in Romance (60 minutes)
Sex Scenes with Fat Heroines (60 minutes)
Story Arc (60 minutes)
Writing Kickass Heroines without Saying You’re Writing Kickass Heroines (If you gotta tell us she’s kickass, she’s not.) (60 minutes)