Develop the work

Manuscript & Writing

Thoughtful editorial partnership from first architecture to final manuscript.

Introduction

Careful work, shaped around your manuscript

Manuscript & Writing at EverGreen Literary brings attentive craft and practical direction together. We shape the work around the manuscript, the author’s goals and the realities of publication—without forcing every project into the same process.

Who it is for

  • Writers developing a first full draft
  • Authors revising a complete manuscript
  • Writers seeking expert editorial direction

What we offer

Services included

The exact combination is agreed after we understand the manuscript, its condition and the outcome you are working toward.

Manuscript Evaluation

Manuscript Assessment

Manuscript Critique

Developmental Editing

Structural Editing

Substantive Editing

Line Editing

Copyediting

Proofreading

Plot Development

Story Development

Character Development

Worldbuilding

Book Coaching

Writing Coaching

Ghostwriting

Co-Writing

Book Outlining

Chapter Development

Book Completion Assistance

Sensitivity Reading

Beta Reading

Editorial Reports

Final Manuscript Review

How it works

A clear editorial process

  1. 01

    Share your project and goals

  2. 02

    Receive a considered scope and recommendation

  3. 03

    Collaborate through the agreed editorial or production process

  4. 04

    Leave with clear work and a purposeful next step

What to expect

Clarity at every stage

You can expect an agreed scope, direct communication, careful handling of your work and recommendations that explain not only what can change, but why the change matters. Deliverables, revisions, timing and fees are confirmed for each engagement.

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Common questions

Before we begin

Begin the conversation

Your Story Has Somewhere to Go.

Whether you are developing your first manuscript, preparing for publication or building a lasting author career, EverGreen Literary can help you determine the next step.