ExpectationS & Timeline
I provide services to improve any form of writing for both individuals and business owners. However, I have a special place in my heart for working with fiction books, especially thrillers, mysteries, and contemporary fiction. I am open to work outside of these genres. These are my favorites to read and so the genres I am the most familiar with. I do not work with stories that contain horror, gore, or abuse.
What to Expect
Deciding to Work Together
First you will fill out the Contact Me Questionnaire on my website and send me a sample of your writing.
↳ I will email you an Intake Questionnaire for you to fill out and return.
↳ We will have a discussion to collaborate on: time frame; level of editing; and other relevant information.
↳ I will send you a proposal with a quote for you to review.
↳ We will sign the contract to begin our work together.
Working Timeline
The Editing Process
I will complete a first pass on your project and will then return the file back to you for your feedback.
↳ We will have a collaborative consultation to discuss the feedback together and ensure cohesiveness as we move forward.
↳ You will review my suggestions and leave comments, accept changes you agree with, and offer more feedback.
↳ I will complete a second pass on the project.
↳ I will return the work with a completed style sheet once final payment has been processed.
Transform Your Words, Perfect Your Message
FAQ
What style guide do you use?
I have training with the Chicago Manual of Style but have experience with APA style as well. I can adhere to other style manuals and in-house style guides as necessary.
What markup tools are used?
I utilize the Track Changes function in Microsoft Word. I insert comments and queries throughout the text as I work that you can reply to or address when you receive the copy.
What type of files do you work with?
I work with files in Microsoft Word.
How will we communicate while working together?
I am comfortable speaking on the phone, emailing, or meeting via a video call. Whichever method you are most comfortable with. I will maintain communication with you throughout our time working together via email for updates and quick questions. However, we may find a phone call or video call to be more conducive for our first meeting to discuss the project or later in our work for our collaborative consultation during the editing process.
Testimonials
“I’m very grateful to know Mrs. Wheeless, she is my life savior from now on. I am the owner of a little bakery, English is not my first language which makes it difficult for me to communicate with people in an effective and clear way. My goal is to send a clear message through words to our customers so they can relate with us. Here is when Mrs. Wheeless comes to play such an important role, besides I am learning from her as well while working together. So grateful for her professionalism, knowledge, support and presence in my business communications journey if you will. Thank you very much, Claudia”
– Claudia Glazier, owner of Buttery Baking House