Writing. Editing. Word Therapy.
You bring your creative brainchild.
I’ll bring an overdeveloped sense of empathy, a fresh perspective, and all the enthusiasm.
Words change the world. Why not yours? ♡
You have a story. It’s real. It’s raw. It’s you.
It’s…something. You love it. But you also
kind of
hate it? Welcome to
Mind & Mint Editorial.
Together, we’ll elevate your labor of love from a work in progress to a work of art.
I’ve lived in the world of individualized services my entire career. Every creator is different, every editor is different, every collaboration is different, and every manuscript is different. My writing and editing services are customized to you, your project, and the needs of both.
Scroll if you’re ready to do this thing!
Services (i.e., Word Therapy)
As a writer and a visual artist, I understand the guts and the glory of the artistic process. I also understand more often than not, we aren’t the best person to review our own work—we’re too close. Let me be the mediator between you and your manuscript darling.
Manuscript Development
You’ve started your manuscript. Maybe you even have an outline or a draft. But your book is just not booking. Perhaps you need the revisions roadmap a manuscript evaluation provides. Or maybe you need manuscript coaching so you can get organized, set goals, and get a healthy dose of encouragement when writer’s block hits. Let’s get that solid draft vibe going.
Developmental Editing
You have a fully drafted manuscript but all signs point to larger problems than wordy sentences and misplaced semicolons. You need from a second pair of eyes to deep dive into big picture elements like structure, organization, voice, and narrative style. A developmental edit will give you the detailed feedback you need to move your book forward in the writing process.
Collaborative Writing
You have a book inside you—maybe you have even started, but you keep losing your juice. You know deep down you need to tell your story, but doing it on your own feels daunting. In a collaborative write, we will work together to take your manuscript from concept to concrete. Teamwork makes the dream work, right?
Specializing in memoir, personal development, and nonfiction centering mental health, education, trauma, and transformation.
All projects begin with a meeting and a manuscript assessment. Ensuring we are a good creative fit is paramount to our potential partnership.
Get in touch.
Tell me about your project and your goals for it — I’ll get back to you within 2-3 business days. I’m already so excited to connect with you!
“If you wish to be a writer…write.”
— Epictetus
FAQs
How do you calculate your pricing?
I will create a custom quote for you based on the individual considerations and needs of your project. In general, project prices are calculated based on estimated time and effort, project length, deliverable timeline, and an initial draft review. For retainers, pricing is based on the monthly tasks and/or hours agreed upon after consultation.
Do you accept payment plans?
Yes! We are all humans and professionals, so there’s no reason to mince words about money. At the start of our work together, we will create a payment schedule for your project. For all projects, final payment will be due prior to the submission of your final deliverable.
Is hiring a word therapist worth the investment?
Clearly I’m biased, but this is what I will say: when we accept our gifts as well as our limitations, we free up space in our brains for what drives and inspires us. And while self-editing is an important skill, it’s imperative for more than one pair of eyes to review professional writing. Just like humans, it takes a village to raise a well-rounded piece of writing. Let’s connect.
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