Book Services Offered

Whether you’re polishing a finished manuscript or just beginning your writing journey, my goal is to support you with clarity, structure, and encouragement. I offer professional editing and coaching services designed to help you steward your story well and move forward with confidence.

Proofreading

The Polished Manuscript: For the manuscript that’s nearly ready. This final polish catches grammar errors, punctuation issues, typos, and formatting inconsistencies. Perfect for authors who want a clean, publication-ready manuscript.

What’s included:

Grammar and punctuation correctness
Type and spelling fixes
Consistency checks (spacing, capitalization, minor formatting)
Light clarity improvements
One finalized, clean file ready for upload or layout

Short Projects (≤10k)……………….. $125
Bundles (3–5 short pieces)………………… $175–$250
Full Manuscript (40k–65k)…………… $350–$550
Large Manuscript (65k–100k)…………. $550–$750

Line Editing/ Copy Editing

The Clarity Edit: This edit strengthens flow, tone, voice, pacing, and readability.

What’s included:
One clean copy + one track-changes copy
Sentence-level clarity edits
Tone + voice enhancement
Structural smoothing
Rewriting for flow (light)
Consistency + word choice improvement
Commented suggestions throughout

Short Projects (≤10k)……………….. $250–$350
Medium (10k–30k)……………………. $450–$750
Full MS (40k–65k)…………………… $750–$1,100
Large MS (65k–100k)…………………. $1,100–$1,500

Developmental Editing

The Blueprint Edit: Big-picture clarity for authors who want guidance on structure, message, and organization. This edit addresses overall flow, structure, chapter arrangement, theological consistency, audience focus, and the heart of your message.

What’s included:

Full read-through
3–6 page editorial letter
Structural fixes + chapter suggestions
Audience + theme alignment
Messaging clarity
Optional Zoom call to review edits
Track-changes comments throughout

Rates:

Proposal Review…………………….. $250

THE STARTER STORY
(up to 10,000 words)……………………….. $450–$600
Ideal for short devotionals, mini-books, and early-stage projects.

THE FOUNDATIONS MANUSCRIPT
(10,000–25,000 words)………………………. $600–$850
Perfect for short nonfiction books or guided devotionals.

THE DEVELOPING MANUSCRIPT
(25,000–40,000 words)………………………. $850–$1,000
For mid-length manuscripts needing deeper structural shaping.

THE FULL-LENGTH MANUSCRIPT
(40,000–55,000 words)……………………… $1,000–$1,300
Standard nonfiction manuscripts requiring message refinement.

THE EXPANDED MANUSCRIPT
(55,000–70,000 words)……………………… $1,300–$1,750
For longer works with layered themes and deeper content.

THE EXTENSIVE MANUSCRIPT
(70,000–90,000 words)……………………… $1,750–$2,200
Ideal for complex or dual-arc nonfiction manuscripts.

THE COMPREHENSIVE MANUSCRIPT
(90,000+ words)……………………………. Custom Quote
For large or highly detailed manuscripts requiring a tailored plan.

Author Coaching & Consulting

Perfect for aspiring authors who want guidance, direction, accountability, and industry insight.

1:1 Author’s Foundation Strategy Session

Investment: $95
One 60-minute call to discuss your book idea, outline, structure, proposed next steps, or publishing questions.

Including:

Clarifying your book concept or structure
Developing your outline
Understanding publishing options (traditional vs. self-publishing)
Understanding author credibility and platform

4-Week Momentum Coaching Package

Investment: $350
Weekly calls + guidance to help you make consistent progress in your writing.

Includes:

1 call per week (45–60 minutes)
Weekly goals + accountability check-ins
Email access
Help with structure, flow, or strategy
Practical next steps tailored to your book

8-Week Manuscript Mastery Program

Investment: $650
A guided plan to help you finish your manuscript with clarity and confidence.

Includes:

2 Weekly calls
Chapter-by-chapter coaching and review
Editing feedback on 1–2 chapters per week
Accountability + writing schedule
Guidance on platform and publishing next steps

The Launch Strategy Accelerator Program:
Book Marketing & Launch Coaching

Investment: $750
A 6–8 week program covering:

Launch timeline & planning
Pre-order strategy
ARC/Beta reader setup
Launch Team recruitment & structure
Email + social content
Marketing advice customized to Christian nonfiction

COACHING & CONSULTING RATES
1:1 Session (60 min)………………… $95
4-Week Coaching…………………….. $350
8-Week Program……………………… $650
Launch Coaching…………………….. $750

Who I Work With:

I help Christian authors who want guidance, clarity, and accountability.
I work with writers who have a message inside them but need support turning it into a structure, a manuscript, or a polished final draft. Whether you’re stuck, overwhelmed, or ready for professional refinement, I am here to help you move forward with confidence. I primarily edit Christian nonfiction, though I do take on select fiction projects depending on fit and availability.

Limited Time Special Discount!

Special Announcement — Now Accepting Founding Clients! ✨
For a limited time, I’m offering 20% off any package for my editing and coaching services to my first 5 clients.

If you’re ready to:

finish your manuscript,
strengthen your message,
polish your writing,
or get clarity on your next steps as an author…

This is the perfect time to begin! My heart is to help writers steward their stories with excellence, and I’d be honored to walk with you through your writing journey.

Apply today and become a Founding Author Client.
(Spots are limited and will fill quickly.)

Contact Chelsea today to get help for your writing journey.