About
Developmental Editing means taking a macro view of your work. Also called "content editing" or "substantive editing", this type of editing is at the "big picture level." I'll check the work to make sure the piece meets its goals, for the audience, for the publisher, and for you.
In a dev edit, I do a first complete read of your manuscript, without making any corrections on the manuscript, and prepare editorial notes that will include:
• Review of genre, voice, style, and tone to match the target audience
• Review of the chapter’s strengths, weaknesses, and areas where they may be improved
• Noting questions that need answers, or incomplete thoughts
• Noting inconsistencies, and missing or excessive elements.
• Review of titles, headings, sequence, and TOC
• Overall feedback
During a developmental edit I'm not looking at grammar or punctuation, but instead I want to make sure your story works. Rates vary depending on wordcount and timeline. To get an idea of what it is like to work with me, see what my clients have to say on my testimonials page.
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* Empathetic Editor Note: if you'd really like to work with me but don't have a budget yet, reach out to me for a courtesy call where we can arrange for a payment plan that works for both of us.
Linda is a dynamic speaker whose practical, approachable guidance inspires editors to grow their businesses with confidence. Her presentation energized our chapter, and we enthusiastically recommend her as an instructor.
Tenesha Curtis, MSSW
Editorial Freelancers Association, Georgia Chapter
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Alexa Bigwarfe,
Author Coach & Publisher
Women In Publishing Summit
Linda Ruggeri is a reliable, knowledgeable, and engaging speaker. Whether she’s helping attendees rethink networking, offering insights into publishing their own work, or exploring business opportunities in the industry, Linda delivers her expertise with clarity and professionalism. I would confidently recommend her for any conference or speaking engagement.
Presentations, workshops, and panels that Linda Ruggeri has delivered for our annual conference and professional development sessions offer a unique combination of informative, inspiring, authentic, and fun. She helps our community see the big picture while also breaking it into manageable steps that make professional growth more rewarding. We are honored to have her as a valued contributor and can confidently say she would be an asset to any conference.
David Peattie,
Publishing Professionals Network (PPN)