Developmental Editor Needed

Hi there!

I’m looking for an experienced developmental editor for a children’s picture book to help strengthen my manuscript ahead of publication.

This is a completed draft and I’m now focused on big-picture developmental feedback, not line editing.

✨ About the Project

• Children’s picture book (read-aloud format)

• Audience: early childhood (preschool–early primary)

• Manuscript: fully drafted, ready for structural feedback

• Goal: refine story before moving toward publication

🔍 What I Need Help With

I’m looking for feedback on:

• Story structure and pacing (picture book rhythm / page turns)

• Character clarity and emotional arc

• Theme/message strength and consistency

• Engagement for young readers (flow + attention)

• Identifying weak spots or missing elements

• Suggestions to elevate the manuscript to publishable quality

💛 Ideal Editor

• Strong experience specifically with picture books

• Comfortable working with first-time authors

• Able to give clear, actionable developmental feedback

• Has worked on traditionally published or high-quality indie books

📦 Deliverables

• Developmental editorial letter (core feedback)

• Optional margin notes on manuscript

• Clear revision guidance / next-step suggestions

📩 Please Include

• Your experience with picture books

• Examples of developmental editing work

• Rates + turnaround time

• Brief overview of your editing style

Looking forward to working with someone who can help shape this story into its strongest version ✨