Project Description: I am looking for an experienced developmental editor who specializes in the cosy mystery genre to provide a comprehensive Manuscript Evaluation (editorial letter) for my completed rough draft.
About the Book: Genre: Cosy Mystery
Word Count: Approx. 100,000 words (I am aware this is on the longer side for the genre and am open to structural advice on where to tighten and trim).
Current State: The work has gone through several drafts. The prose is relatively clean, but the overarching mystery mechanics need a professional eye.
What I Am Looking For: I do not need line editing, copyediting, or proofreading at this stage. I am strictly looking for big-picture feedback delivered via a detailed step-by-step editorial letter.
I need you to read the manuscript and evaluate:
Plot Holes & Logic: Are there gaps in timelines, suspect alibis, or character motivations?
Mystery Mechanics: Is the balance of clues and red herrings effective? Does the reveal feel earned but not overly predictable?
Pacing & Structure: Where does the story lag? Where can the narrative be tightened to bring the word count closer to genre standards?
Character Arcs: Does the amateur sleuth’s internal journey make sense alongside the murder investigation?
Ideal Freelancer Requirements:
Proven experience editing cosy mysteries (please mention past titles or authors you have worked with in your proposal).
A firm understanding of cosy tropes and reader expectations.
Honest, constructive, and actionable feedback.
How to Apply: When submitting your proposal, please provide your flat-fee rate for a 100,000-word Manuscript Evaluation. Additionally, please include a brief sample of a past editorial letter or structural critique you have done (redacted for confidentiality is perfectly fine) so I can get a feel for your feedback style.
When submitting your proposal, please provide your flat-fee rate for a 100,000-word Manuscript Evaluation. Additionally, please include a brief sample of a past editorial letter or structural critique you have done (redacted for confidentiality is perfectly fine) so I can get a feel for your feedback style.
On page and off page seo Category: Content Marketing, Internet Marketing, Keyword Research, Link Building, Marketing, SEO, SEO Auditing, SEO Writing Budget: €30 - €250 EUR
05-Apr-2026 21:53 GMT
SketchUp to SolidWorks Parts Conversion Category: 3D CAD, 3D Design, 3D Modelling, CAD / CAM, Manufacturing Design, Mechanical Engineering, SketchUp, Solidworks Budget: $3 - $10 NZD
05-Apr-2026 21:52 GMT
Night sky painting Category: Art Consulting, Art Installation, Creative Design, Graphic Art, Illustration, Oil Painting, Painting, Sketching, Visual Arts, Watercolor Painting Budget: $30 - $250 CAD
05-Apr-2026 21:51 GMT
Job Placement Agency Website Development Category: Content Writing, CSS, HTML, Laravel, PHP, React.js, SEO, UX / User Experience, Web Development, Web Design Budget: ₹1500 - ₹2000 INR
05-Apr-2026 21:50 GMT
Instagram Content Creation & Management Category: Content Creation, Content Writing, Copywriting, Ghostwriting, Graphic Design, Instagram Marketing, Social Media Management, Social Media Marketing Budget: ₹750 - ₹1250 INR
05-Apr-2026 21:49 GMT
Full Stack Developer Needed Category: AngularJS, API Integration, Backend Development, Frontend Development, Full Stack Development, JavaScript, Node.js, NoSQL Couch & Mongo Budget: min $50 AUD
05-Apr-2026 21:49 GMT
H ve Matematik Logo Tasarımı Category: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Graphic Design, Illustration, Logo Design, Vector Design Budget: $10 - $15 USD
05-Apr-2026 21:46 GMT
Boundary Staking for Forms Category: AutoCAD, Building Architecture, Building Regulations, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Environmental Consulting, Project Management, Structural Engineering Budget: $30 - $250 USD
05-Apr-2026 21:46 GMT
High-Poly Modern Rifle Modeling(blender ) Category: 3D Animation, 3D Art, 3D Design, 3D Graphic Design, 3D Modelling, 3D Printing, 3D Rendering, 3D Visualization, 3ds Max, Blender Budget: $10 - $30 USD
Mixed Data Entry From Online Sources -- 2 Category: Data Analysis, Data Entry, Data Processing, Database Management, Database Programming, Microsoft Access, MySQL, SQL Budget: ₹750 - ₹1250 INR
