Carmen DaVinleam
Author & Editor
Hi, I’m Carmen
I’m a professional author and editor with experience in thrillers, dark fiction, mystery, fantasy, historical, sci-fi, and YA genres. I provide feedback that’s tailored to your manuscript and your goals.
Thoughtful Editing for Authors Who Want Their Stories to Shine
I help authors bring their manuscripts to life through developmental editing, line edits, copyediting, and proofreading. My neurodivergent perspective allows me to notice details others might miss, giving you feedback that’s both thorough and insightful. Every story is unique — my goal is to help yours reach its full potential.I’ll help you:Refine your plot and pacingStrengthen characters and dialoguePolish prose for clarity and impactEnsure your manuscript reads smoothly and professionallyWhether you want big-picture guidance or detailed line edits, I adapt to what your story needs.
Services
Developmental Editing 📚
Big-picture feedback: structure, pacing, plot, character arcsEnsures your story flows and resonates emotionally
Line Editing ✍️
Sentence flow, clarity, tone, voiceNotes on anything that enhances or distracts from your story
Copyediting & Proofreading 🖋️
Grammar, punctuation, spelling, formatting, styleFinal polish before publication or submission
Extras
First-page critique / sample editQuery letter and synopsis review ($45 add-on)
Pricing
• Query package critique: $45
• Full manuscript up to 90K words: $700
• Full manuscript up to 120K words: $1000
• Full manuscript over 200K words: $1500
Note: manuscripts over 200K are a hard sell for most editors except in sci-fi and epic fantasy.
All payments via PayPal, payable once the project is scheduled.I also offer pricing by exact word counts at $0.0085 per word
How It Works ⚡
1. Fill out the intake form below or schedule a Discord call
2. Provide your manuscript or first five pages for critique
3. Receive detailed, tailored feedback
4. Optional follow-up call to discuss edits
💬 Discord calls can be voice or video — before, during, or after the edit, whichever works best for you.
Contact
Have questions about my editing services or want to discuss your manuscript before getting started? I’m happy to connect!Schedule a Discord call (voice or video) to talk through your project by using the Schedule a Call link below.Fill out the intake form to provide key details about your manuscript and goals.For questions about pricing, services, or timelines, feel free to reach out — I’ll respond as quickly as possible.Your story matters, and I’m here to make the editing process clear, supportive, and tailored to your needs.