with Brooke Adams Law
award-winning author & founder of Writing Brave
Developmental Editing
A transformative 1:1 feedback service designed to give you everything you need to elevate your manuscript from “draft mode” to WORK OF GENIUS.
Let’s make your book irresistible to publishers and readers.
After being in the writing industry for 14+ years & editing dozens of manuscripts, I’m guessing you might fall into one of these categories:
Is this you?
You’re partway through a draft and… you’re stuck. You can’t see your way out of the mess, and you’ve been trying for a while. You need a set of expert eyes to help you untangle the threads of your book and regain direction & momentum.
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You’ve written a draft of a book. Yay! Congratulations! And you might be wondering, Is this any good at all? Is there even a book in here? Is it a total mess or could it one day be publishable?! Will someone please just tell me the truth? I’ve got you.
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I have worked with dozens of clients since 2019 developmentally editing business and leadership books (as well as novels and memoirs).
Here are just a handful I’ve worked on…
Let’s get your book red-carpet-ready
In a developmental edit, I’ll help you…
Understand *exactly* what’s working in your book (so you can keep doing more of that)
Pinpoint what *isn’t* working yet – with specific examples of what’s falling short and suggestions for how to fix those problems (so you can elevate your next draft into the stratosphere)
See what isn’t on the page yet – those missing puzzle pieces that, when you later click them into place, make your book soar
Envision your next revision with purpose – so you aren’t reading the same pages over and over and over
Make the biggest possible impact - because your deep desire is for your words to leave a legacy.
When we’re done, you’ll know exactly how to make your book better – because you’ll have a road map of what to do and how to do it.
Every writer needs a developmental editor. It’s a non-negotiable part of the process.
“Hire Brooke.”
Kelli Thompson, author of Closing the Confidence Gap
“I hired Brooke to do a full developmental edit of my manuscript because it was important to me to write a book that people would actually want to read and recommend to others.
Brooke used her unique approach to help me trust my gut to tell the story in my own unique way. She pushed me outside my comfort zone yet kept me in alignment to my true voice. If you’re looking for a development editor who will help you extract the stories you are meant to tell and package them in a compelling way your reader will love, hire Brooke.”
I’m Brooke Adams Law, award-winning author, book coach, and founder of Writing Brave.
While I coach mainly nonfiction, I’m best known as a writer for my fiction.
My debut novel Catchlight won the Fairfield Book Prize, was named a Best Indie Book of the Year by Kirkus Reviews, and was featured on Good Morning America’s blog.
When I finished the first draft of that book, I knew I could do better – but I had no idea how to make it better. So I went and spent two years getting my MFA in creative writing – to learn how to make ANY draft better.
I’ve worked with hundreds of writers and edited dozens of manuscripts since starting Writing Brave in 2019. If you’re wondering, can you help me, though?
The answer is yes.
Here’s how I work:
I use proven editorial techniques to help you solve problems in your book that you didn’t know were there.
My editorial letter will includes notes on:
▶️ Positioning: Is your book positioned properly for the marketplace (and inside your business?)
▶️ Ideal reader: Is your ideal reader clear enough that you can market successfully? Does your book solve a problem they’re struggling with?
▶️ Structure: Does your Table of Contents give me chills?
▶️ Unique POV: Does your book offer an interesting, particular lens on your topic?
▶️ Concepts & Tools: Are you sharing concepts and tools that will help your reader become who they want to become?
▶️ Storytelling: Do you tell compelling stories? Do they connect strongly with your concepts and tools?
▶️ Title: Does the structure work best for the story you’re telling?)
“Brooke’s feedback was invaluable in shaping my draft into something much stronger.”
Dr. Greg Gatchell
“I hired Brooke for developmental editing because I wanted expert feedback to refine my writing, improve clarity, and ensure my message was strong and engaging. Brooke’s reputation for insightful critique made her the perfect choice.
Brooke has an incredible ability to balance critical feedback with encouragement, making the editing process both constructive and motivating. Her keen eye for detail, combined with a deep understanding of storytelling and clarity, set her apart.
“Brooke offers the perfect mix of support and challenge to put your book out there!”
Dr. Laura Suttin, author of The Purposeful MD
“I hired Brooke for a developmental edit because I wanted the advice and guidance from someone who has successfully coached other first-time authors. Her support and encouragement - making me feel that "I can do this!" and her positivity (and lack of judgment) on my first draft - were incredibly helpful. Brooke is authentic and genuine and truly cares about her clients. She’s got the perfect mix of support and challenge to put your first book out there!”
“Brooke made my book better in ways I couldn’t have done on my own.”
David Weigelt, author of Beyond the Multiple
“I came to Brooke with a first draft and a title I was only half sure of. What I got back were deeply thoughtful and courageous comments. She read my manuscript the way I hoped she would, then told me the truth about it, including the parts I didn't want to hear.
Every suggestion and comment served the book and the reader. Her editorial letter and our coaching call truly reshaped the project. If you're sitting on a draft and wondering whether it's ready to be published, call her.”
Here’s what’s included in your developmental edit
➡️ A thorough read of your entire manuscript - I read every word.
➡️ A comprehensive editorial letter - I’ll spell out what’s working well and what needs shifting to take your draft to the next level. These letters are comprehensive, totally customized, and super actionable so you can knock your next draft out of the park.
➡️ 1 x 60-minute private coaching session with me - We’ll review the feedback, answer questions, map out the next steps for your revision process, and orient toward publishing.
➡️ Two months of email access to me - Ask quick questions via email. (Got a wild idea? Not sure if a revision is working? Stuck? Ask away.)
Plus… these exclusive bonuses:
Investment:
$.07/word (minimum 20,000 words; most books I work with are between 30K and 60K words)
Put down a $500 deposit to hold your spot. The rest will be invoiced upon your submission.
Timing:
Put down your deposit and choose a submission date within the next three months.
“Brooke has an impressive ability to see both the big picture and the details.”
Colette Brown, CHRO of Stony Brook Hospital
“Brooke understands that a book needs to be well written, but she also considers how readers will experience it, how it will be positioned in the market, and what the author ultimately hopes to accomplish. She is encouraging without being reluctant to challenge you. I appreciated that she was candid about what needed improvement while also recognizing what was worth preserving.”
“My favorite parts about working with Brooke were:
Sharp professional editing coupled with a deep understanding of the story’s heart;
Detailed feedback that was actionable, highlighting exactly what was needed to make my book shine; and
Valuable insight into the book’s positioning and marketing strategy.
-Kathy Robinson, author of Walking With the Sage
FAQs
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You’ll have the opportunity to choose your submission date – up to three months out. Exact timing depends on other projects in my pipeline. (Want exact availability? Email me at brooke@wearewritingbrave.com.)
Once you submit your manuscript, I’ll invoice you the remaining amount. ($.07/word minus your $500 deposit.) Then we’ll schedule your 1:1 session, usually about 3-4 weeks after submission.
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A customized, detailed editorial letter
A 60-minute 1:1 coaching session with me (you can record if you wish)
Two months of email access to me
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A $500 deposit, with the remaining fee ($.07 times the word count of your manuscript) invoiced upon submission.
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No — some people want feedback on a partial draft. That’s fine as long as it meets the 20,000-word minimum. A developmental edit is NOT appropriate if you don’t have any words written yet.
“I have worked with editors before, but never someone who ‘got me’ the way Brooke did.”
-Cynthia Webb
Put down your deposit here.
Still have questions?
Send us an email about your book, your goals, the status of your manuscript, and your questions to team@wearewritingbrave.com.