Freelance Children’s Book Editor passionate about helping you tell the stories you’re excited about.

 With more than 5 years of experience in children’s publishing, including teaching writing courses and speaking at writing conferences around the US, I’d love to work with you to develop your story and level up your writing—no matter what stage of the writing and publishing process you’re at.

Services

This is my most cost-effective service and is a good starting place if you’re looking for broad guidance on your work in progress.

Video Critique

Offers an in-depth overview of your project to help you level up your writing in your next revision. Ideal for earlier manuscript drafts where you want to tackle bigger picture changes.

Editorial Assessment

Provides a thorough review of your project with in-line comments to help you polish your manuscript all the way down to the smaller details. Recommended for manuscripts that have already been revised at least once, either professionally or on your own.

Developmental Edit

If you’d like my editorial input but don’t have a complete manuscript draft ready to share, an editorial consultation can help get you on the right track.

Editorial Consultation

When you’re ready to get started, contact me! Or, if you’re not sure which service is right for you, reach out for a FREE 15-minute consultation.

  • “I love that Rachael listens to my story goals and doesn’t impose her opinions. She allows me to stay true to my vision while helping me mold my words into a better story. With her guidance, I have become a better writer. So far, I have sold two picture books (one to a Big 5 publishing house) and hope to have future successes.”

    — Pat Tanumihardja, May 2021

  • “I have been working with Rachael since 2018 and can state with total confidence how wonderful an editor she is. She always seems to find that one missing piece to my plotlines or offers that final suggestion to take my manuscripts to a higher level. Since working with Rachael I have recently signed a deal for a 6-book children’s PB series, with more on the way! Most highly recommended!!”

    — David Roth, April 2021

  • “Rachael was an absolute treasure to work with. Her notes were incredibly insightful and thoughtful. I felt like she really ‘got’ what this project was and put so much care and effort into her approach. I feel like I have a great sense of my next steps both on this project and as a writer in general thanks to her wonderful guidance.”

    — Jamie R., April 2021

  • “I have nothing but high praise for Rachael. She far surpassed my expectations and forced me (in a very gentle way) to revise, revise, revise. This is the second picture book we've worked on together, and I'm extremely happy with the results for both. I recommend her highly and found her to be a delightful person as well as a fabulous, insightful editor.”

    — Diane C., March 2021

  • “Working with Rachael has been a pleasure. It has been a super easy process and the feedback I received has been thorough and so well thought out. Thank you Rachael for your enthusiasm about my ideas. You are helping me organize my crazy creative thoughts!”

    — Carissa N., February 2021