Editorial Partnerships
Interested in our services long-term?
Some novels can’t be tackled all at once, and some authors don’t want to work that way. Retainers offer a flexible, collaborative structure for writers who want consistent editorial support while drafting or revising over time.
Whether you’re working through a complex revision or building a novel scene by scene, these options provide structured feedback, strategic guidance, and creative momentum, without the pressure of a one-off engagement.
Narrative Support Retainer (Retainer 1)
A steady, strategic partnership for authors actively drafting or revising.
Includes:
– Up to 5,000 words of review per month (big-picture feedback only)
– One 60-min call/month (story structure, scene planning, revision questions)
– Email check-ins (1–2 per week)
– Custom “next steps” summary after each call
Best for:
Authors working through a revision or building momentum on a new draft and wanting professional accountability, feedback, and guidance without a full edit yet.
Rate:
$900/month (3-month minimum)
Developmental Partner Retainer (Retainer 2)
A more immersive relationship for authors in active, structured revision.
Includes:
– Up to 8,000–10,000 words of review per month (inline notes + summary)
– One 60-min call/month
– Rolling editorial memo (updated as the manuscript develops)
– Email support + optional voice memos (asynchronous check-ins)
– Light market positioning or character/scene mapping support as needed
Best for:
Authors revising based on a prior developmental edit or building a novel in stages, who want responsive, strategic input as they shape the next version.
Rate:
$1,250/month (3-month minimum)
Comprehensive Editorial Retainer
Exclusive (Retainer 3)
Full-spectrum editorial support for serious authors deep in the process.
Includes:
– Up to 12,000–15,000 words/month
– Two 60-min calls/month
– Feedback on both narrative structure and line-level craft (selective)
– Pitch material consult (query/synopsis/agent targets as needed)
– Priority response time + calendar access
– Personalized tracking dashboard (optional shared doc with ongoing notes, questions, and links)
Best for:
Authors in final revisions or preparing for submission who want intensive creative partnership—editorial, strategic, and emotional—at every step.
Rate:
$2,500/month (3-month minimum)
