Additional Services
Authenticity and reader engagement are crucial elements of a compelling story. Through detailed historical research and fact-checking services, I help ensure your narrative rings true, whether you're crafting historical fiction or building complex contemporary worlds. Complementing this attention to accuracy, my beta reading service provides valuable insight into how your story resonates with readers, helping you understand your manuscript's impact from both a craft and audience perspective. These services can stand alone or enhance any stage of your editing journey.
Ready to get started working together?
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Here's how:
1. Contact me here or by email to discuss your project
2. Schedule a 30-minute consultation call
3. Review and sign the service agreement
4. Submit manuscript and deposit
5. Receive confirmation of timeline
6. Begin our collaboration
7. Receive the editorial packet and schedule a one-hour follow-up call
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Historical Research and Fact Checking
Ensure the historical authenticity of your manuscript through detailed research validation and fact-checking. This service focuses exclusively on historical fiction manuscripts, verifying period details and historical accuracy to strengthen your story's credibility.
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What's Included:
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Verification of historical events, customs, and timeline accuracy
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Research on period-specific details (clothing, speech patterns, social norms)
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Assessment of historical figure portrayals and interactions
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Documentation of verified facts with credible sources
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Detailed report of findings and recommendations
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Areas requiring additional research or adjustment
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One-hour discussion of findings and solutions
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Areas of Focus:
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Historical timeline accuracy
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Period-appropriate language and dialogue
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Social customs and etiquette
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Clothing and fashion details
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Architecture and setting details
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Technology and tools of the era
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Political and social climate
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Daily life and customs
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I specialize in American and European history, with a particular research background in:
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Colonial America
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American Civil War
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Georgia State History
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Medieval England and France​
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18th-century England
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While these periods represent my areas of dedicated research, I welcome manuscripts from all periods of American and European history. Each project receives thorough, well-researched attention regardless of era.
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Process:
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Initial review of the manuscript to identify key historical elements
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Research verification using academic and primary sources
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Documentation of findings and discrepancies
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Creation of a detailed report with recommendations
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Follow-up discussion to address questions
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Turnaround Time:
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4 - 6 weeks for manuscripts up to 80,000 words
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A timeline will be provided for longer manuscripts after the initial review​
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Rate: $40 per hour
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Estimated hours provided after initial manuscript review
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Minimum 10-hour commitment
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**Note: This service focuses on historical accuracy and does not include developmental editing or beta reading. Consider combining with other services for comprehensive manuscript development.
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Beta Reading
Experience your manuscript through the lens of an informed reader who understands genre conventions and reader expectations. This service provides a clear picture of your story's impact and reader engagement through a focused reader report.
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What's Included:
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Comprehensive reader report
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Assessment of key story elements using a detailed reading checklist
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Responses to your specific manuscript questions
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30-minute follow-up call to discuss findings
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Areas of Focus:
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Plot effectiveness and flow
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Character engagement and believability
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Pacing and tension
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Reader investment in the story
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Genre expectations
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Overall reading experience
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The Reader Report Addresses:
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What's working in your story
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Where readers might disconnect
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Character and plot clarity
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Story questions and engagement
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Pacing effectiveness
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Genre alignment
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Your specific manuscript concerns
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Before Reading:
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You'll receive my standard reading checklist for review
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You can provide additional specific questions about your manuscript
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We'll ensure all your key concerns are addressed in the final report
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Turnaround Time:
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3 - 4 weeks for manuscripts up to 80,000 words
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A timeline provided for longer manuscripts after initial review
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Rate: $200 flat fee
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**Note: Beta reading provides a big-picture reader perspective on your manuscript. This service complements but does not replace developmental editing. Consider combining services for comprehensive manuscript development.