We are editors who are
passionate about story.
mo·tif (noun)
An important idea or subject that is repeated throughout a story.
Our process:
Initial chat
Contact us to discuss your project, your timeframe, and the kind of edits you’re looking for. You’ll be paired with the perfect editor for your story.
Schedule your edit
We’ll send a contract and a deposit invoice to secure your booking.
Receive your polished manuscript
You’ll receive your polished manuscript in two to four weeks’ time.
Our services:
Rate subject to review of a sample.
Developmental package
Comprehensive, big-picture feedback on your characters, plotting, pacing, narration, and more.
$0.035 to $.045/word
2- to 3-week turnaround
Line package
Includes two passes: a line edit for flow and cadence, and a copyedit for grammar, spelling, and syntax.
$.03 to $.04/word
3-week turnaround
Line and proof package
Includes three passes: a line edit, a copyedit, and a final proofread by a second editor on our team.
$.035 to $.045/word
4-week turnaround
Featured Work
“I tried seven editors before Motif. They varied from terrible to okay. When I met Shavonne, I had her re-edit my entire back catalog. I found the one.”
RAMY VANCE, author of the Mortality Bites series
“Shavonne’s mind is a beautiful place. Her creativity, attention to detail and ability to give positive feedback while also guiding me through what needs to be corrected, is truly an art. I have tried others and no one compares. She is amazing and worth every penny.”
JULIE BERGMAN, author of The Fatal Creation
“Shavonne was extremely thorough in her edits and insightful with her comments. She treated my work with the same care and consideration as I’d used to write it. 10 out of 10 would recommend!”
KAT LAPATOVICH HEALY, author of Kidnapping Phoenixes and Other Ways to Die
Let’s work together on your
next story
Reach out for a complimentary 1,500 word sample edit. We’ll pair you with the perfect editor.