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From First Draft to Final Polish — Confident Fiction Editing for Writers
Developmental, Line, and Copyediting Tailored to Your Story
Ready to refine your manuscript? Book your edit today.
Clarity Edit
$225
Give your manuscript the polish it deserves.
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One editorial pass focused on grammar and syntax.
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A summary or tagline to help pitch your book.
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Deliverables: A clean manuscript plus a 1-2 sentence summary that would help you describe your book to others.
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Ideal for: writers who need a final polish before sharing with beta readers or agents.
Confidence Edit
$750-$1,000 depending on manuscript length
Transform your draft into a submission-ready manuscript.
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Two editorial passes: first pass for structure and flow, second pass for refinement. A developmental edit focuses on the big-picture elements of your story, such as how the plot moves, how the characters grow, and how the book holds together.(Clarity Edit included after the first editorial pass.)
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A summary you can use in a query letter or on your website. (The letter you send to agents or publishers.)
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Deliverables: a polished manuscript plus a compelling summary.
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Ideal for: Writers preparing to submit to publishers or self-publish with confidence.
Full Moon Edit
$1400-1900
A complete editorial journey that illuminates both your manuscript and your author brand.
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Three editorial passes: Deep developmental edit, line edit, and final polish. A developmental edit focuses on the big-picture elements of your story, such as how the plot moves, how the characters grow, and how the book holds together.
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messaging support, including query letter, author bio, and book summary.
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Deliverables: A fully refined manuscript plus a complete set of materials to help you pitch and promote your book.
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Ideal for: Writers who want a partner to help refine their story and get their submission materials ready for agents or publishers?
* If you upgrade to a larger package after your initial edit, the amount you've already paid will be credited toward the new package.
How it works:
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Start with a Sample Edit or strategy call — I'll review a portion of your manuscript and talk through your goals, so you know exactly where you stand. Both the call and the sample edit are complementary. (+1 page)
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Choose your path. Select the package that fits best — Clarity, Confidence, or Full Moon.
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Receive a polished manuscript, ready to share. Together we'll refine your pages and your messaging, delivering work that's prepared for agents, readers, or self-publishing.
Choose your path — clarity, confidence, or full moon — and let's begin your editing journey.
Meet Joseph
You've carried your story alone long enough. I focus on fiction writers because I am one, and I know how vulnerable it feels to hand your work to someone else. Together, we'll shape it into something clear, confident, and ready to shine.
I partner with writers to remove confusion and replace it with clarity. I’ve been working with manuscripts and business writing for several years, helping writers bring clarity to their pages. We accomplish this by checking back in with you after a set amount of time, as determined in our initial meeting. Each step is guided by your vision, with checkpoints that keep the process steady and transparent. The result is a manuscript that feels true to your voice, refined with precision, and ready to shine.
I’m Joseph, founder of Full Moon Editing. I bring clarity without compromising voice. My process blends precision with creative intuition, so your manuscript feels polished and unmistakably yours. Writers choose me when they want a partner who listens, guides, and helps them publish with confidence. Editing is where I lose track of time — sinking into structure, characters, setting, and all the elements that make a story work.
Your story deserves to be clear, and ready to shine. Let's talk about your goals and create a plan together. Your story is ready for it's next chapter.
What clients have said
These notes from past clients reflect the kind of collaboration I strive for.
“Always excellent comments. Very helpful.”
— ★★★★★ | 2 pages | 2-day delivery | July 31, 2025
“Joe did a quick and thorough job editing our marketing emails. Even though you think you have combed through every word, Joe is able to find ways to make it better. He has an eagle eye for detail. We will be using him again.”
— ★★★★★ | 16 pages | Marketing
"Thanks so much for your edits!!"
— ★★★★★ | 4 pages | Book | June 1, 2023
If you'd like to talk through your pages, feel free to reach out.