Editorial Services for Querying Writers

Opening Pages Review: (First 30 Pages) - $100

A strong opening is key to capturing readers and agents. I provide detailed, actionable feedback to help your pages shine.

What’s Included:

✔ Line Edits & Margin Comments – Focused feedback on clarity, pacing, voice, and engagement.
✔ Comprehensive Feedback Letter – A deep dive into what’s working and what could be improved.
✔ 30-Minute Follow-Up Call – Discuss your feedback, ask questions, and clarify next steps.

Want to ensure your first pages make an impact? Let’s get started!

Query Package Review: (Query Letter + First 30 Pages) – $150

Your query package is your first impression—make it count! I provide detailed, strategic feedback to help your submission stand out.

What’s Included:

✔ Query Letter Review & Line Edits – Refining your pitch for clarity, voice, and impact.
✔ First 30 Pages Critique – In-line comments and a feedback letter on pacing, character introduction, and reader engagement. ✔ Comprehensive Feedback Letter – A deep dive into what’s working and what could be improved.
✔ 30-Minute Follow-Up Call – A deep dive into your feedback, revision strategies, and submission questions.

Query Package Plus: (Query Letter + First 30 Pages + Synopsis) – $180

Ensure your submission is ready to impress! I’ll provide detailed feedback to ensure all parts of your submission are polished and impactful.

What’s Included:

✔ Query Letter Review & Line Edits – Perfect your pitch for clarity, voice, and professionalism.
✔ First 30 Pages Critique – In-line comments and a feedback letter on pacing, character, and engagement. ✔ Comprehensive Feedback Letter – A deep dive into what’s working and what could be improved.
✔ Synopsis Review & Line Edits – Ensure your synopsis captures the heart of your story with clarity and impact.
✔ 30-Minute Follow-Up Call – Discuss feedback, revision strategies, and submission plans.

Don’t See What You’re Looking For?

No worries! Reach out via the contact form and tell me what you’re looking for, and we can come up with a custom plan and pricing. Whether you’re looking for a positivity pass, developmental edits on a full, or for a partner to brainstorm with you on specific story elements, I’m open to helping out however I can!

Testimonials.

  • Kandra is absolutely incredibly. She was able to fine tune my query and first pages, finding exactly the right things to tweak and change, while giving me some much needed positive feedback for my confidence. I am so grateful for her help because it landed me an agent request almost immediately! Kandra delivered the feedback in such an organized and timely manner, I’m in awe of her work ethic and how eagerly she championed my work!

    Affy P. — Romance & Fantasy Writer

  • Based on the help I’ve gotten on two different fantasy projects and across multiple stages of the writing process (ideation, drafting, editing), I can confidently say Kandra is a stellar editor that helped me bring manuscripts and query packages to another level. She has a good understanding of theoretical notions to craft plots with effective beats, engaging pacing and compelling character arcs, without ever sacrificing the emotional truth that each writer brings to their stories. I also appreciate that she made a point of understanding my vision for these books and the paths I was envisioning to share them with the world, which made her editing work specific and tailored to my own writing goals.

    E.S. — SFF Writer

  • Kandra is amazing when it comes to edits. Her critiques always come with kindness and honesty. She'll tell you what your character is missing in their journey, while also telling you how much she loves the choices they make. Not only do you walk away with a better story, but you have another fan of your work that you can count on for drafts to come. From positivity passes to complete reworks, I know I can count on Kandra and her critiques.

    Bri B. — SFF Writer

 FAQs

  • I offer developmental editing and copyediting services. My focus is on the big-picture craft aspects of your writing— story structure, character introductions, hook, pacing, and clarity. While I do correct typos and grammar mistakes when I spot them, please note that I am not a proofreader.

  • I will make two passes through your pages. I’ll leave line edits and reader reaction comments, and after the second pass I will craft a one page summary of my feedback on how to make your pages shine. Once the edits are complete, I will return the pages to you and ask that you schedule a follow up call for the following week, allowing you time to sit with the feedback and come up with any questions.

  • It will take me 3 to 9 days to return your pages with feedback. I will begin working on your pages after your payment is received.

  • I’m happy to review your pages a second time after the initial edit, for a discounted fee. Please reach out via the contact form on this website if you’d like to discuss this option.

  • I prefer to communicate by email for questions and clarifications. After the feedback is returned, we will schedule a follow-up call to go over the edits and discuss any points of confusion or areas where you’d like additional guidance.

  • I accept docx files for editing. Please send you pages in this format for the best experience.

  • I aim to provide the best feedback possible, but if you’re not satisfied with my edits, please reach out to discuss how we can address your concerns. I want to ensure you’re happy with the final result.

  • NO. The day humans stop using our hearts and minds to tell stories and create art is the day I walk into the woods to become one with the bees :)