Work with Charles
Editorial services for books in progress.
A diagnostic reading, a sustained revision, a market-facing pitch, or a book written in collaboration. The engagement begins with the question and follows the evidence to the level where the work actually needs attention.
Book Doctoring
Book doctor Charles Blackstone helps writers diagnose and revise fiction, memoir, and narrative nonfiction at the level of structure, scene, voice, and prose.
Developmental Editing
Developmental editing for novels, memoirs, and narrative nonfiction with Charles Blackstone: sustained attention to structure, character, voice, scenes, and reader experience.
Manuscript Assessment
A professional manuscript assessment from novelist and developmental editor Charles Blackstone, with an editorial letter, consultation, and prioritized revision plan.
Writing Coaching
One-on-one writing coaching with novelist, teacher, and editor Charles Blackstone for fiction, memoir, nonfiction, proposals, and works in progress.
Ghostwriting & Book Collaboration
Confidential ghostwriting and book collaboration with Charles Blackstone for memoir, narrative nonfiction, proposals, and idea-driven books.
Query Letter & Submission Strategy
Query letter, synopsis, comp-title, and submission strategy from Charles Blackstone, grounded in the manuscript and current publishing-market experience.