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AUTHOR SERVICES
Editing, Manuscript Development, Prep & Support
Writing a book is one thing. Finishing it, shaping it, and preparing it for the world is another entirely.
Saint Violet offers editorial support for writers working on novels, nonfiction, hybrid projects, and longform manuscripts who want rigorous feedback, structural clarity, and an intelligent outside eye. This work is rooted in literary judgment, developmental insight, and respect for the writer’s voice. No formulas. No sanding down the strange parts. No rushing toward market trends at the expense of the work itself.
This is collaborative, thoughtful editing designed to help you finish what you started—and stand behind it.
Saint Violet offers editorial support for writers working on novels, nonfiction, hybrid projects, and longform manuscripts who want rigorous feedback, structural clarity, and an intelligent outside eye. This work is rooted in literary judgment, developmental insight, and respect for the writer’s voice. No formulas. No sanding down the strange parts. No rushing toward market trends at the expense of the work itself.
This is collaborative, thoughtful editing designed to help you finish what you started—and stand behind it.
SERVICES OFFERED
Manuscript Evaluation
A deep, holistic read focused on structure, pressure, pacing, thematic coherence, and narrative integrity. You’ll receive written editorial notes that address what’s working, what’s faltering, and where the manuscript wants to go next.
Developmental Editing
Line-by-line and big-picture support for works in progress. This includes structural analysis, character or argument development, narrative momentum, and clarity at the sentence level when needed. Ideal for writers in revision or mid-draft who want sustained editorial engagement.
Beta Reading
Thoughtful reader feedback grounded in craft, not vibes. This is for writers who want to understand how the work lands—emotionally, intellectually, and structurally—without performative praise or vague reactions.
Manuscript Prep & Publishing Support
Guidance through later stages: revision planning, submission readiness, formatting questions, and realistic publishing pathways. Particularly suited to writers pursuing self-publishing or hybrid routes who want clarity and containment.
THE DETAILS
How it works
Projects begin with a brief intake and sample review to ensure fit. Services are offered on a limited basis to allow for focused attention. Turnaround times and scope are set clearly at the start.
Who this is for
— Writers working on novels, essay collections, memoir, or longform nonfiction
— Authors who value depth, precision, and honest feedback
— Creatives who want their work challenged without being overwritten or redirected
— People who want to finish something meaningful, not just produce content
— Authors who value depth, precision, and honest feedback
— Creatives who want their work challenged without being overwritten or redirected
— People who want to finish something meaningful, not just produce content