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Developmental editing & writing support
Your Story Deserves to Shine, Let’s Bring It to Life—Together
You a have finished book, so what’s next?
Don’t worry, I’ve got you.
Calling all romance, thriller, and YA writers ready to get closer to their publishing dreams.
The magic happens in the journey.
It is possible to write a book you LOVE & can’t wait to share
Here’s how I can help:
Developmental editing looks at the BIG picture of your novel, taking you from: “is this story any good?” to “OMG I can’t wait to share this with readers.”
Where developmental editing SHINES:
Pacing
Create strong characters
Address plot holes
Write believable side characters
Identify your novel’s theme
And so much more…
Current Ways to work together:
The Basic Edit: For the writer who wants chapter feedback to make the revision process easier OR want a once over before hitting publish.
The Full Developmental Edit: In-line comments, chapter feedback AND overall assessment of your novel.
Writing Audits: On demand writing support to help with scene clarity, outlining, character development etc.
*Payment plans available for both editing packages
Some amazing authors I've worked with.
Testimonials
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A. Huber
I am so appreciative of the time, care, and effort you gave to my novel. Your feedback was amazing and considerate. You really showed that you understood the novel's intention of exploring a marriage, it's ups and downs, and that pivotal moment when two people are on the cusp of making monumental decisions about their future. I can't thank you enough for the encouragement and the confidence to tackle this piece to make it even better. You gave my novel such a careful read and really highlighted the potential hurdles that may have been causing some of the rejections I have received. Your careful notes were so kind and encouraging and has really made me enthusiastic to re-edit this piece and try and kick it back out into the world.
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D. Rangel
I so appreciate your voice as an editor and the way you critique with such a genuinely positive slant, I can tell you won’t let any authors feel totally crushed by critiques or suggested changes but encourage and support the creativity and make the author feel more confident in their abilities to make a scene stronger or make a character arc more involved. I didn’t know what to expect but I certainly expected more harsh criticism and was so delighted by the encouraging way you critique.
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D. Laj
Wonderful! I've had beta readers in the past but your feedback really pushed on some of the scenes to develop more while also helping me streamline things.
Prep Your Manuscript:
A busy writer’s guide to make editing simple
Prep Your Manuscript:
Do you feel stuck in the editing process, unsure how to fix plot holes or polish your characters?
Are you ready to take your draft from meh to masterpiece without the overwhelm?
What's inside the Prep Your Manuscript Workbook:
✨ Step-by-Step Guide to Help You Clarify Your Story's Big Picture
Discover essential questions to identify what your manuscript needs, from character arcs to pacing fixes.
🖋️ Simple Tools to Make Self-Editing a Breeze
Learn simple tricks to tackle common challenges like tightening your prose, balancing show vs. tell, and fixing story flow.
📅 Editable Plot and Scene Tracker
Plan and organize your revisions with a clear map to track your progress and stay focused.
👥 Character Development Cheat Sheet
Deepen your characters with prompts designed to flesh out their personalities, backstories, and motivations.
📩 Exclusive Motivational Emails
Receive 10 days of tips, encouragement, and actionable steps to help you stay inspired and keep editing!
This freebie is your first step toward creating a novel you’re proud of—and will make the workshop even more impactful. Let’s make self-editing simpler, more fun, and 100% doable!
Hey I’m Victoria
The visionary behind Victoria Jane Editorial
Writing was always my safe place; it was how I could sense my thoughts and emotions. As a child and teen, I kept a million journals.I grew up on Art Attack and Mr. Dress-Up.
But I struggled with self doubt and I’m a busy mum of three…
My spelling and grammar were less than stellar.
I believed I wasn’t creative enough.
Writing a book felt incredibly daunting.
Until I was wandering through a castle garden in Scotland and Elle’s story hit me HARD, I knew I had to write it. That day, I finally admitted out loud I wanted to write a book.
My expertise in developmental editing extends beyond the mechanics of storytelling. My role as a DE is to help you tap into your authentic voice and hype you up while providing supportive feedback.
Nothing brings me more joy than seeing authors fulfil their dreams and get their book in the hands of readers. If you are ready to take the leap-let’s chat!
Your story matters
Your story matters
“So make the friendship bracelets, take the moment and taste it.” — “You’re On Your Own, Kid”
Sun sign: Aquarius
Favourite Movie: Erin Brochovitch & The Holiday
Favourite drink: Coffee
Favourite place: Ireland
Favourite book: Currently The Nightingale and Fall with Me
Favourite trope: Slow burn baby, he falls first and grumpy x sunshine
Taylor Swift song of the moment: Who’s Afraid of Little Old Me
FAQs
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You need to have finished draft to get the most out the experience.
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Yes! A $100 deposit secures your space and it taken off the first round of edits. I edit in 10-20k sections and will send you an invoice after each section is complete. Once it's paid I'll start on your next section.
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It comes down to budget and how polished your manuscript is. Both editing packages offer high level feedback and will set you for success. You will leave confident and ready to tackle the revision process.
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This depends on the type of edit and word count. Typically a full developmental edit will be completed as quickly as 6 weeks. It's super important to make sure our timelines align if you have deadlines.