A Writer’s Best Resource and Readers’ Best Advocate
–Jolie Hobbs, Editor and Writing Guide
jolie@absentmindedbookworm.com
Clients receive personalized guidance and feedback throughout the editing process to help develop a compelling story with captivating characters and engaging language. I prioritize my relationships and collaborate closely with clients to understand their writing style, strengths, needs, and goals.
My tailored approach includes detailed comments that accompany recommended edits. Clients receive a comprehensive editorial commentary with suggested changes and examples to improve the plot, pace, character development, readability, and flow. I am readily accessible for clients to answer questions, discuss challenges, ensure alignment, and establish next steps to help writers manage deliverables.
I introduce resources and techniques to spark creativity and refine content as part of the editing process. I balance technical expertise with good instincts and thoughtful communication to ensure that clients receive ongoing communication and support as needed to answer questions or help them overcome writing obstacles. My efforts are designed to help writers achieve their goals, gain confidence in their skills, and support them on their path to publication.
SERVICES
Developmental Editing • Line Editing • Copyediting • Writing Guidance (Author Coaching) • Manuscript Critique • Query Review • Proposal Review • Submission Review • Style Guide Creation
DELIVERABLES*
- Free sample edit followed up with free initial consultation and written critique with recommendations to improve writing
- Comprehensive report of developmental edits
- All reports are customized to the writer
- Edits address character, plot, style, tone, pace, gaps, readability, and more
- Feedback accompanies edits to improve writing
- Writing examples are provided
- 1.5-hour consultations (first three hours free) at editing milestones
- Ongoing writing guidance and information sharing (resources, articles, blogs, videos, book recommendations) to address the writer’s unique needs
*Deliverables vary depending on the type of editing services provided.
All fees are based on the Editorial Freelancer’s Association’s 2024 published rates
MEMBERSHIPS & ASSOCIATIONS
Independent Book Publishing Professionals Group • EFA (Editorial Freelancer’s Association) • ACES: The Society for Editing • PEN (Professional Editor’s Network) • NAIWE (National Association of Independent Writers & Editors) • NAWBO (National Association of Women Business Owners)
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