consulting
We provide strategic guidance for authors ready to build impactful, polished, and purposeful work. Our consulting services are designed to support you at every stage of your journey, from idea development to final execution, with a focus on clarity, creativity, and elevated storytelling. Our 1:1 consultation is designed to provide expert guidance on specific areas identified by the writer. Clients decide the areas they wish to discuss in advance before meeting to receive clean, strategic insight tailored to those topics. Services can be bundled upon request.
Explore our suite of services below.
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A comprehensive, multi-phase editorial service designed to fully develop and refine a manuscript from its foundation to final polish. This process includes developmental editing, line editing, copyediting, and proofreading, ensuring the manuscript is cohesive, intentional, and prepared for publication. Due to the depth of editorial involvement required, this suite is selectively offered to clients whose projects align with Bijou’s publishing vision and standards.
Pricing: $0.040/per word
Payment plan options are available.
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This service is tailored for writers who are prepared for an expert, high-level, strategic review. Developmental Editing includes revisions and mark-ups that emphasize story structure, pacing, plot, character development, dialogue, and thematic cohesion, helping you transform your manuscript into a compelling, fully realized work.
Pricing: $0.030/ per word
Payment plan options are available.
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Manuscript evaluation provides authors with a comprehensive, high-level assessment of their work without full editing. We analyze strengths, identify areas for improvement, and offer strategic recommendations on structure, clarity, and market positioning. This service is ideal for authors seeking professional insight before committing to deeper revisions or the publishing process.
Pricing:
0-25,000 words: $200
25,001-50,000 words: $ $350
50,001-75,000 words: $500
75,001+ words: Custom Quote
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Guidance on how to format the layout of your book’s interior and exterior design. Receive tips and advice on properly formatting paperback and eBook editions of your work. Collaborate on book cover design concepts to bring your full vision to life.
Price: $150 for 1:1 consultation
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Explore traditional, hybrid, and independent publishing pathways. Gain insight on rights, royalties, and retail options. Receive valuable information on the importance of ISBN assignment and distribution channels.
Price: $150 for 1:1 consultation
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Authors must disclose any use of generative AI in the development of submitted manuscripts. Manuscripts will be evaluated based on the level of editorial work required.
Please keep in mind, projects requiring substantial reconstruction, rewriting, or development may be quoted at a higher rate.
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