"I have used Trevor's editing services several times, and found the quality of Trevor's editing most professional. I was particularly impressed by his detailed comments, checking of facts and care over language quality. I recommend Trevor for those who are seeking professional editing and proofreading."
- Amy Barry
(author of Flirting with Tigers (Dedalus Press), which you can check out/buy here)
- Amy Barry
(author of Flirting with Tigers (Dedalus Press), which you can check out/buy here)
Vouchers are available for all of the following (contact me):
Intensive Poetry Critique & Edit
I make changes, comments and suggestions based on various aspects of a poem, such as tone, imagery, interesting language, clichés, lazy verbs and adjectives, originality, rhythm, structure, line breaks, stanza breaks, openings, endings, pace and how to surprise the reader.
15 euro per poem of 1-40 lines
450 euro for a collection up to 1,500 lines (for example, 50 poems of 30 lines each)
Poetry Classes & Workshops
Workshops: Each participant sends work in advance where possible. I and other participants provide copies of a poem with feedback to the author, as well as discussing the work together. Exercises for the following class are provided, but are not mandatory. Queries in relation to submitting work are also answered. Maximum of 8 participants.
Classes: Each week, a particular aspect of poetry is analysed, using examples; for instance, the use of vivid imagery (exemplified by Seamus Heaney) and the value of interesting language (Bob Dylan & Sylvia Plath). Participants are given exercises to complete and discuss briefly in class. Queries in relation to submitting work are also answered.
10 euro per 90-minute class/workshop
20 euro per 3-hour class
30 euro per 5-hour class
Prose Proofreading
This is a service to ensure the clarity and professionalism of your text in terms of spelling, grammar, punctuation, presentation, formatting and so on.
20-25 euro per 1,000 words
Fiction Critiquing
General critiquing of your work, with the editing of some fragments in order to offer examples of the points made. Typical elements addressed include characterisation, plotting, originality, fleshing out ideas, form (whether your idea best suits a short story or a novel), dialogue, writing style, structure, openings and endings.
25 euro per 1,000 words
Intensive Fiction Editing
Line-by-line editing of a complete text and a general critique of the manuscript (as detailed above under "Fiction Critiquing").
40 euro per 1,000 words
This is a service to ensure the clarity and professionalism of your text in terms of spelling, grammar, punctuation, presentation, formatting and so on.
20-25 euro per 1,000 words
Fiction Critiquing
General critiquing of your work, with the editing of some fragments in order to offer examples of the points made. Typical elements addressed include characterisation, plotting, originality, fleshing out ideas, form (whether your idea best suits a short story or a novel), dialogue, writing style, structure, openings and endings.
25 euro per 1,000 words
Intensive Fiction Editing
Line-by-line editing of a complete text and a general critique of the manuscript (as detailed above under "Fiction Critiquing").
40 euro per 1,000 words
"Trevor is an exceptional tutor and writer. He's not afraid to pull punches regarding critique. He has an excellent eye for what a writer is doing well, and you'll find that he can home in on your goals and personal style. Trevor's editing skills are perceptive and exact. If you're at a crossroads and you're looking for a tutor who will crystallise, not control, your vision, you're in the right place."
Graeme McAlister
(Newry poet and artist)
Graeme McAlister
(Newry poet and artist)
Feel free to email me for more details. You'll find a sample of my editing work below.
Some writers might also find this article helpful (which I wrote for writing.ie)