Editorial services for fiction
Helping bold stories find their voice.
Developmental editing, line editing, copy editing, proofreading, formatting, and back cover blurbs — thoughtful editorial care for romance, mystery, and character driven fiction.
Meet the editor
A lifelong reader.
A devoted editor.
Hi, I’m Darci — a lifelong romance reader turned professional editor with a love for well paced plots, swoon worthy tension, and strong emotional arcs. With over 50 books edited and a background as a college English professor, I bring precision, intuition, and supportive insight to every manuscript.
I specialize in all subgenres of romance — from sweet to steamy — as well as cozy mysteries, paranormal, and contemporary fiction. Whether you’re just starting out or polishing your next release, I’m here to help your story shine.
How I can help
Editorial services
tailored to your manuscript.
From first draft shaping to final proofreading polish, choose the service that meets your story where it is.
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Developmental Editing
Big picture story shaping. Plot structure, pacing, character arcs, emotional payoff, and narrative logic, returned with an editorial letter and inline notes.
Best for first or second drafts, major rewrites, structural clarity
from $0.03 per word
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Line Editing
Sentence level refinement for voice, tone, and style. Clarity, rhythm, consistency, and flow, tightening your prose while keeping your voice intact.
Best for polished drafts that need rhythm or narrative cohesion
from $0.03 per word
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Copy Editing
Clean, correct, and consistent. Grammar, punctuation, spelling, syntax, plus consistency checks for style, formatting, and usage across the manuscript.
Best for final drafts heading toward publication
from $0.02 per word
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Proofreading
The final polish before publishing. A careful sweep for typos, formatting hiccups, and overlooked errors so your manuscript arrives press ready.
Best for edited manuscripts ready for layout or print
from $0.01 per word
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Formatting
Professional interior layouts for both print and eBook releases. Clean typography, proper spacing, scene breaks, and chapter openers designed to read beautifully on any device.
Best for self published authors preparing to launch
custom quote
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Back Cover Blurbs
A professionally written hook for your back cover or sales page, designed to draw readers in without giving too much away. Genre aware, voice matched, and ready to convert.
Best for authors preparing covers, listings, or launch copy
$300 flat
Save with bundled services
Need more than one service?
Let’s build a custom package.
Combine developmental, line, and copy editing at a reduced per word rate. I’ll tailor the scope, timeline, and investment to your manuscript and budget.
Rates shown are starting points and vary by manuscript length, turnaround, and scope. Every project receives a personalized quote. See full service details & FAQ →
What authors are saying
Kind words from
my favorite storytellers.
I’m honored to work alongside authors who trust me with their most personal work. Here’s what a few of them have shared.
[TESTIMONIAL 1 BODY — Darci has an exceptional eye for both the big picture and the smallest sentence level details. She made my story stronger without ever overwriting my voice.]
[TESTIMONIAL 2 BODY — Working with Heart and Quill was the turning point for my manuscript. Darci understood the genre, asked the right questions, and gave me notes that finally made the story click.]
[TESTIMONIAL 3 BODY — Detailed, thorough, and warm. Darci’s feedback is the kind every author hopes for: honest, supportive, and grounded in a real love for the craft.]
Let’s talk
Tell me about
your story.
Whether you’re fine tuning a final draft or working through a first revision, I’d love to hear what you’re building. Send a few details and I’ll be in touch soon.
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Response Time
Within 1–2 business days
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Discovery Calls
Every inquiry is read personally and answered within 1 to 2 business days. Your manuscript and ideas are always treated with confidence and care.
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Share a few details about your project and I’ll follow up with next steps and a personalized quote.
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