Big Picture Edit

 

If your draft feels “off”—maybe you can’t quite put your finger on why—a Big Picture Edit can help you get unstuck. This is a mini developmental edit focused on what matters most in romance: story structure, character arcs, romantic pacing, and (of course) that emotional payoff. I’ll make sure your ending delivers a truly satisfying HEA (happily ever after) or HFN (happy for now). You’ll get clear, actionable feedback and a personalized plan to move forward—so you can stop spinning your wheels and start revising with confidence.

Perfect for you if:

  • You have a finished draft but something just isn’t working
  • You’re worried the love story isn’t landing the way you hoped
  • You want focused, strategic revision support—fast

WHAT’S INCLUDED
  • 1-hour follow-up phone call to discuss feedback and next steps
  • In-depth analysis of story structure, character arcs, and romantic pacing
  • Focused review of the emotional arc and payoff (HEA/HFN)
  • Clear, actionable editorial letter outlining strengths and opportunities
  • Personalized revision plan tailored to your story
  • Practical next steps so you can move forward with confidence

PRICING

$750 for manuscripts up to 100,000 words


DETAILS & LOGISTICS

Turnaround Time:

Most Big Picture Edits are completed within 3 weeks

Formats & Platforms:

Word, Google Docs


FIT & FOCUS

This Service Helps With:

Story structure, emotional arc clarity, romantic pacing, HEA/HFN payoff, getting unstuck in revisions

Great Fit For:

Romance authors with a finished draft who want big-picture feedback before line edits, debut authors, self-publishers, traditionally publishing authors seeking emotional impact


TESTIMONIALS

“Without you, I would have given up. And I’m so glad that I didn’t!”
~ Brooke Smith

“I loved our call. I can now see the entire book in my head where before there were just question marks and with that, I think I can actually get it done a lot quicker than I thought I would! I’m not even afraid of starting over because I know I have a good foundation and a map!”
~ Maricella Robles


🔗 MORE INFO

jocelyn@jocelynlindsay.com
jocelynlindsay.com/book-coaching

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