Editing Services
Sensitivity Reading
Sensitivity Reading; Areas of Expertise
- Fat representation
- Queer - lesbian, sapphic relationships, non-binary
- Mental Health professional (licensed clinical therapist), focus on trauma, but background with CBT and DBT
- Mental Illness - PTSD, major depressive disorder (history of self-harm, suicidal ideation, suicide attempts)
- Chronic Pain- bone and joint disorder (Ehlers Danlos), use of mobility aid
- Chronic Illness - Irritable bowel disease, degenerative disc disease, hypertrophic joint disorder
- Foster Parent
Formal Credentials and Experience:
- Graduated with an MSW from Simmons University, GPA 4.0, 15 yrs experience in the MH field
- Relevant Coursework
- Trauma informed EBTs 1 and 2
- Child and Adolescent Trauma Informed EBTs
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Practice
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy in Practice
One-on-One Consultation Calls
Want to talk about your characters' mental health disorders, one page therapy in your book, trauma representation in your plot, or your process? I am here for you. These calls can be helpful to figure out how to weave mental health representation, trauma, or therapy, or any other area of sensitivity reading I cover needed into your plot if you don’t feel like you need a full sensitivity read.
- I offer a free 10 minute consultation call to see if we will be a good fit
- $150/hr flat fee, if you decide at the end of the call you want to continue with a full sensitivity read this fee will be deducted from the final price of the sensitivity read.
To honor the emotional labor required for a sensitivity read, prices differ based on lived experience.
For clinical therapist perspective or mental health, mental illness, chronic pain, chronic illness, or foster parent representation the following rates apply.
- 5,000 words and under: $100 flat rate
- 5,001-10,000 words: $100+(# words over 5,000) x ($0.01 per word)
- 10,001-30,000 words: $150+(# words over 10,000) x ($0.0075 per word)
- 30,001 and over: $300+(# words over 30,000) x ($0.005 per word)
For fat, or sapphic representation the following rates apply
- 5,000 words and under: $200 flat rate
- 5,001-10,000 words: $200+(# words over 5,000) x ($0.01 per word)
- 10,001-30,000 words: $250+(# words over 10,000) x ($0.0075 per word)
- 30,001 and over: $300+(# words over 30,000) x ($0.005 per word)
Copy Editing
Copy editors polish your text to make it shine. They fix grammar mistakes, typos, and any plot holes or character inconsistencies. Plus, they often offer some helpful suggestions to improve the overall flow and development of your story. It’s all about refining your work so it’s ready for readers!
$0.009 per word. Minimum $150
Developmental Editing
Developmental editing is all about taking your manuscript to the next level. Think of it as a deep dive into the heart of your story. A developmental editor looks at the big picture—like the plot, character development, and pacing—to make sure everything flows smoothly and keeps readers hooked. They’ll help you brainstorm ideas, rework scenes, and tighten up the narrative so your book really shines. This process is key to transforming your first draft into a polished gem that resonates with your audience. It's about crafting a story that not only captivates but also connects!
$0.012 per word. Minimum $150
FAQ
FAQ:
- Invoices are sent through PayPal.
- I offer payment plans, just ask!
- Please send all of your documents in .docx or Google Docs, 12 pt Times New Roman, 1" margins, double spaced
Testimonials
Miranda Lynn - sensitivity reader for a sapphic character
Ashley Bennett - editing and beta
Heather Nix - beta reading
Dalia Davies - editing and beta reading
“Sarah is absolutely wonderful to work with! They always bring a level of care and sensitivity to my characters that level up my manuscripts. I can’t recommend them enough to any authors who are looking for an editor that will not only bring their knowledge to the table, but their badass Therapist Thaddy-self too.”
Clio Evans, Author
Jess Wisecup- Sensitivity reader for chronic pain
I will get back to you
I aim to respond to all queries and questions within 48 hours. Thank you for dropping by!
Editing Inquiry Submissions