Writing Services
Writing Services Offered by Shelly Beach
I handle :
• Fiction (novels, short stories; no sci fi, fantasy, erotica)
• Nonfiction (most topics; spiritual works especially welcomed)
• Query letters, synopses, book proposals
• Admission essays, CVs, resumes
• Business plans, documents, brochures/fliers, catalogs
• Website content, blog posts
• Manuscript critique of fiction and nonfiction
Editing Services Include:
I provide fast, confidential editing.
• Proofreading – Editing for spelling, punctuation, capitalization and grammar.
• Copy editing – Editing of mature manuscripts close to being published.
• Substantive edit – Editing of an early draft of your manuscript and/or guidance through the writing process.
• Developmental editing – Editing of an early draft of your manuscript and/or guidance through the writing process.
• Co-writing – Working in a collaborative process in the writing of a book where both writers’ names appear as authors or one as “with.”.
Email your manuscript’s word count for a price quote and estimate of turnaround time to Shelly Beach Communications at [email protected]. Payment is accepted through safe and secure PayPal. References and one-page sample edit available upon request.
Writing Consultation:
I am delighted to answer questions about the publishing world or your project. A first phone call (up to 60 minutes) or inquiry is free of charge. However, because of time constraints, ongoing consulting or mentoring must be scheduled and remunerated, as repeated calls take time away from writing and serving my clients.
I provide writing/publishing and editorial consultation to new and published authors who are looking for assistance moving forward in their publishing goals. Writing consultation does not include writing and editing services.
A professional editor for more than 10 years, I deliver a thorough and affordable edit of your manuscript. I’m an award-winning writer, former college writing instructor, the author of award-winning fiction and nonfiction, and hold a bachelor’s degree in English and a master’s degree in Christian education with a curriculum emphasis. I have authored, co-authored, contributed to, or edited more than forty books and Bibles, many of which have won awards.
Pricing
Consultation
Available per hour by phone or Skype
1 to 3 month weekly consulting agreements
Cost:
$50/hr. Introductory session no charge
Once a week 1 month $175
Once a week 3 months $500
On-site consultation $1,000/consultation day + travel exp.
Manuscript Critique
Comprehensive evaluation of your fiction or nonfiction manuscript
Cost:
3-5 chapters $225
Up to 40,000 wds $750
40,100-60,000 wds $1,000
60,100-90,000 wds $1,250
Proofreading
Grammar, punctuation, syntax, spelling, formatting
Cost:
Up to 10,000 words $125
Up to 20,000 words $240
Up to 30,000 words $350
Up to 40,000 words $460
Up to 50,000 words $570
Up to 60,000 words $665
Copy Editing
Grammar, punctuation, spelling, syntax, capitalization, hyphenation, font usage, mistakes, inconsistencies (character description, plot points, setting), continuity, inaccuracies, legal liability, and repetition, conformity to current publishing standards
Cost:
Up to 10,000 words $190
Up to 20,000 words $365
Up to 30,000 words $535
Up to 40,000 words $700
Up to 50,000 words $855
Up to 60,000 words $1,000
Additional charges for formatting, endnote placement, and special features
Line editing or comprehensive editing
Includes creative content, and language use at the sentence and paragraph level. Cuts down wordiness and tightens language. Addresses clumsy and awkward wording. Eliminates content that does not advance the book. Evaluates atmosphere, emotion, and tone.
Cost:
Up to 10,000 words $250
Up to 20,000 words $475
Up to 30,000 words $680
Up to 40,000 words $900
Up to 50,000 words $1,075
Up to 60,000 words $1,260
Additional charges for formatting, endnote placement, and special features
Ghostwriting
I occasionally ghostwrite, depending upon the project. For books ranging 40,00-75,000 words, professional fees range between $30,000 to $100,000+. My fees are more modest but reflect my work with award-winning and best-selling authors, as well as my experience in the industry.
Cost:
Determined by word length, project, and estimated time investment.
Co-writing
I co-write with authors who need assistance bringing their book to life. Co-writing can include shaping the book’s content, rewriting flat content, correcting grammar and syntax, bringing characters to life, formatting, shuffling content, deleting content, and general oversight and revision of content.
Cost:
Determined by word length and time investment; typically ranging between $2,000-$8,000, plus 2% of royalty.
For Inquiries
Please include your manuscript’s genre and word count when making inquiries. Submissions should be made in a Word attachment, double spaced Times New Roman with one-inch margins and your name and email address appearing on each page in the header.
Payment is made in advance via PayPal or by check.
Penalties are charged for returned checks.
Shelly Beach Communications