Your Story Deserves to Be Unforgettable.
You’ve poured your heart into your story.
You want to take your readers on a powerful journey they’ll never forget.
I’m here to make sure your story aligns with your vision and appeals to your ideal readers.
Let’s make it something you’re proud to share.
Why does your story matter?
Almost every writer wants their story to make a difference in their readers’ life. I want that, you want that… and so do thousands of other writers.
But writing a powerful story is very different from dreaming about a powerful story.
Impactful stories need a unique concept, dynamic characters, strong structure… and a powerful theme to hold everything together.
The theme is the linchpin of every powerful story. It’s not limited to a moral, lesson, or character arc. Theme ties into your characters, plot, structure, setting, descriptions, dialogue, and every single scene.
You need an editor who understands what makes stories breathe and bleed. Someone who can help find the heart of your theme and weave it seamlessly into every single scene.
That’s where I come in.
I’ve always been captivated by stories. At six years old, I was devouring The Wonderful Wizard of Oz and Little House in the Big Woods. Soon, I began crafting my own stories. In 2019, I decided to pursue a writing career and haven’t looked back.
Since then, I’ve been published in an anthology and on Havok Publishing. I became the Marketing Director of Skillful Pen Press, an indie publishing company. And, I spent two years editing novels and working with rising authors on Fiverr before beginning my own editorial company.
Today, I live and breathe stories. I’ve spent hundreds of hours studying storytelling and writing, drafting and editing my own stories, and working with authors to help them move forward and write powerful stories.
I’m here to help you tell the story on your heart, too.
Services
Manuscript Assessment
A high-level critique designed to strengthen your story’s foundation. Best for authors who are still shaping their story and want to know what is and isn’t working.
Includes:
- A 5-8 page editorial letter breaking down your story’s strengths and weaknesses.
- Feedback in four key areas: characters, theme, plot, structure.
- A suggested revision plan.
- One 45-minute follow-up call.
- Six months of email support.
Rate: $0.005 per word
Developmental Edit
A deep dive into the heart of your story. Best for authors who have revised their manuscript several times and are ready for deep, constructive feedback.
Includes:
- A 5-10 page editorial letter.
- In-depth feedback on characters, themes, plot, structure, pacing, worldbuilding, and more.
- Detailed inline comments on the manuscript.
- A suggested revision plan.
- Two 45-minute follow-up calls.
- Six months of email support.
Rate: $0.01 per word
Timelines will vary based on project.
1:1 Writing Coaching
One-on-one coaching designed to help you gain clarity, confidence, and overcome roadblocks to reach your next milestone.
Through mentorship-style coaching, we’ll focus on:
- Identifying your writing goals and making a plan to reach them
- Overcoming obstacles like writer’s block or uncertainty
- Growing in specific areas of the writing craft by exploring resources and working through exercises
- Developing habits and strategies to make consistent progress
Every new client is welcome to schedule a free 15-minute coaching call to chat about your goals. After this call, if it’s not a good fit, there’s no pressure to continue.
Rate: $35 per session for consistent clients, and $50 per session for one-off coaching sessions
Fan the Flame: Finish Your Novel in a Year (Or Less)
Take your story from idea to polished manuscript with flexible, mentorship-style coaching designed to match your pace and goals. Together, we’ll explore every stage of novel-writing—from crafting your premise and characters to developing plot, worldbuilding, drafting, and editing. This course adapts to your needs, so you can pause, reflect, or dive in as your project evolves.
Through personalized guidance, you’ll focus on:
- Defining your novel’s premise, genre, and central themes
- Crafting memorable characters and compelling arcs
- Building immersive worlds and engaging plots
- Structuring, outlining, and preparing your manuscript for drafting
- Drafting with motivation and troubleshooting plot holes
- Applying macro edits, self-editing strategies, and developmental feedback
- Line editing fundamentals and refining prose
- Exploring publishing opportunities and planning next steps
Every student is welcome to schedule a free 15-minute call to discuss their story and goals. After the call, there’s no pressure to continue if it’s not a good fit.
Rate: $45 per session. Total price depends on the timeline and each student’s individual needs.
With her strong sense of story structure, Grace has helped me elevate my sequel and refine the core structure and grander scope of my novel. She knows how to recognize the heart of a story and draw it out so that it’s able to shine. Her feedback is clear, straightforward, and thorough while being kind.
When she was my editor, it truly felt like she was on my team and eager to help me develop my story to the best of her ability. Grace has been flexible and patient throughout the process of developmental edits. Working with her has been amazing, and I look forward to continuing to have her insight and editing services with my future projects.”– Natalie Nordby, author of the Kingdoms of Kalmyra series
Testimonials
Grace’s editing advice has helped me in my writing journey so much. For many years, she helped with all types of editing, from overall story assessments to line edits. Her advice is clear, she gives great feedback, and she communicates well. She’s definitely someone who I come back to again and again!
– Ann W., quiet fantasy, nonfiction, & contemporary romance author
Working with Grace was an amazing experience. She was honest and encouraging with her feedback. She kept the heart of my story in mind while pointing out strengths and weaknesses. I feel equipped and excited to implement her advice.
– Kathryn T., YA action author
Grace is honest, encouraging, and constructive. She’s very detailed in her feedback and she answered all of my questions thoroughly. I highly recommend!
– Arda U., grimdark fantasy author
Grace Sweeney was absolutely AMAZING. Her editing letter was thorough, concise and an incredible help when I began my second draft. She helped me brainstorm ideas and caught me on all my plot holes. She was such an encouragement and made sure to point out all the things I did good on and all the things I needed improvement on. 10 out of 10. Would definitely recommend her services!!
– Cadence W., dystopian author
Not sure if your story is a fit?
Here’s what I edit. If your manuscript fits into one of these categories, chances are it’ll be a great fit.
- Fantasy
- Sci-Fi
- Dystopian
- Historical Fiction
- Young Adult
- Contemporary
- Romance
- Thriller/Suspense
- Mystery
- Western
- Christian Fiction
Currently, I’m not open to memoirs, nonfiction, or manuscripts with erotic scenes, graphic violence, on-page abuse, or graphic depictions of self-harm.
Not sure if your story is a match? I’d love to hear about it — let’s chat.
Contact Me
Reach out via email through this form with any questions!