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Is Your Story's Foundation Solid?

Find Out with Developmental Editing.

Does your story feel a little... off, but you can't figure out why? Are you worried your readers might get lost or, worse, bored? You might be too close to see the big picture. That's where a fresh, expert perspective makes all the difference.

Let's have a honest chat about your manuscript's potential.
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More Than a Red Pen: Our Menu of Structural Editing Services.

The Plot and Pacing X-Ray

We map your story's heartbeat. Are there slow, saggy parts that lose readers? Rushed endings? We'll find the weak spots and help you build a page-turning rhythm.

Character Cardiology

Do your characters feel like real people or just names on a page? We'll check their pulse, their motives, and their journey to make sure readers truly care about what happens to them.

World-Building Wellness Check

For fiction and non-fiction alike, does your world make sense? Is it consistent and immersive? We help you build a universe your readers will want to get lost in.

Theme and Message Clarification

What's the big idea behind your book? We help you find the core of your story and ensure every chapter supports it, making your book impactful and memorable.

Chapter and Scene Surgery

We look at the flow of your manuscript structure. Does every chapter earn its place? Does every scene push the story forward? We'll help you cut the fluff and amplify the awesome.

The Big-Picture Blueprint Report

You get a detailed, kind, and actionable editorial letter. This is your roadmap for revisions, packed with insights and suggestions to strengthen your story's very foundation.

Facts Are Friendly: Why Even Bestselling Authors Won't Publish Without This Step.

Let's be real: every first draft has problems you can't see. You know your story too well. Your brain fills in the gaps, but a reader's won't. This type of big-picture book editing is the difference between a book that's just "good" and one that's unputdownable. It's the most important investment you can make in your manuscript. Think of us as your first, and most important, readers. We're not here to correct your commas; we're here to ask the tough questions your future readers will have. "Why should I care about this character?" "What happened to that subplot?" "This part confused me." Catching these issues now saves you from bad reviews later. Our structural editing service provides a roadmap out of the wilderness of your own draft. We give you clarity, confidence, and a clear path forward. We don't just point out problems; we offer creative solutions and cheer you on as you implement them, turning your messy draft into the powerful story you always knew it could be.

Why Choose Fleck Publisher

How We Turn Your Overwhelm into an "I Can Fix This!" Action Plan.

Our process for book outline planning is simple and clear. We work with you to make sure your book plan is exactly what you need.

01

The Deep Dive

We read your entire manuscript not as editors first, but as readers. We're feeling its rhythm, meeting its characters, and getting lost in its world.

02

The Diagnosis

Here's where we put on our editor hats. We analyze everything we've felt and create a detailed report on the plot, characters, pacing, and structure.

03

The Roadmap

We deliver your custom editorial letter and a manuscript covered in supportive comments. This isn't a list of faults; it's a friendly guide full of ideas and solutions.

04

The Debrief 

We hop on a call with you. We answer your questions, talk through the big ideas, and make sure you feel excited and empowered to start revising.

Developmental Editing is For Writers Who Are Serious About Their Craft.

Many writers think they only need a proofread. Then they get one and realize the comments are all about plot holes and confusing characters—things a proofreader can't fix. If you see yourself in the points below, your book is begging for developmental editing.

The "I'm Stuck" Writer

You've finished your draft but have a sinking feeling something's wrong. You can't pinpoint it, and the thought of revising feels overwhelming. We give you a direction.

The "First-Time" Author

You're brilliant at writing sentences, but structuring a whole book is new territory. Our manuscript structure editing provides the guidance you need to avoid classic beginner pitfalls.

The "Plot Hole" Creator

Your beta readers are asking logical questions about why characters did things, or pointing out events that don't make sense. We help you plug those holes seamlessly.

The "Series Planner"

You're writing book one but have big plans for a series. We help you lay the groundwork, plant subtle seeds, and build a world with room to grow.

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Andrea Lee

I hired Fleck Publisher initially for writing assistance and to put the book together; loved their workflow and rehired them for my complete self-publishing journey on Amazon. I would highly recommend them.

David Chen

David Chen

I had reached out to Fleck Publisher for the design part, and later discovered they are doing great work with overall book publishing, ISBN and marketing processes. Here's to many more writing and publishing with Fleck.

Daniel M.

Daniel M.

I needed a fast turnaround on proofreading my non-fiction manuscript, and Fleck’s editors were flawless. Sharp, efficient, and detail-oriented—their polish made my book feel instantly more professional and ready to publish.

Let's Build Your Book's Strong Foundation

Your Stronger, More Compelling Manuscript is Waiting on the Other Side of This Click.

Investing in developmental editing is a brave and brilliant step. It means you believe in your story enough to give it the best possible chance to succeed. It means you respect your future readers too much to give them anything less than a gripping, satisfying read. You don't have to figure this out alone. Share a little about your project, and let's start a conversation about unlocking your book's true potential. We're here to help, not judge.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Think of it like building a house. We're the architects checking the foundation and floor plan (developmental editing). A copyeditor is the interior designer making sure the paint colors match. The proofreader is the inspector making sure all the light switches work before the new owners move in. You need all three, but you have to start with a solid structure!