Poetry Editing Services

Unlock the full potential of your creative work with professional editing services from a published poet. With a deep appreciation for the craft and an eye for detail, we offer comprehensive proofreading and developmental editing services designed to refine your poetry and creative writing.

Maverick is a spoken word artist and published poet with two full length published poetry collections and a passion for nurturing creativity in others. As a podcast host and former blogger with over a decade of content writing experience, she has honed her skills in engaging and inspiring audiences. She runs a Substack, "Junk Drawer," where she shares insights and musings on writing, creativity, and the human experience. If you're looking for poetry editing services, we're here to provide expert feedback and support to elevate your work.

Instagram - @poetryrise
Mav's 1st Poetry Book - Pressed Petals
Mav's 2nd Poetry Book - Hope and Other Beautiful Things

Proofreading for Grammar and Structure: Ensure your work is polished, error-free, and ready for submission or publication. We’ll meticulously check for grammatical issues, punctuation errors, and structural inconsistencies, helping your writing flow seamlessly and read effortlessly.

Go beyond the surface with an in-depth review of your manuscript that delves into the structure, tone, voice, consistency, theme, and overall development. We'll provide insightful critique and constructive feedback to enhance individual poems, stories, or collections. We aim to help you craft pieces representing your unique voice and style while ensuring clarity and cohesion for a substantial collection.

Within the developmental editing process, you can expect:

• Personalized feedback that addresses both the strengths and areas for improvement in your work.
• Guidance refining your tone, enhancing your voice, and strengthening your overall narrative.

This comprehensive approach ensures that your manuscript reaches its full potential, effectively conveying your artistic vision to readers.

Whether you're seeking to perfect a single poem or elevate a complete collection, our editing services are tailored to support and amplify your creative vision.

Let’s work together to make your writing shine with creativity, clarity and impact.

Single Poem Editing and Feedback – $25

Elevate your poem with a detailed editing service tailored to your unique voice. We’ll provide comprehensive editing, including proofreading for errors, a thorough critique, and constructive feedback. This service aims to refine your poem’s structure, imagery, and tone to thoroughly express your ideas.

Hermes Package – $150
less than 5,000 words

Perfect for polishing your work, the Hermes package includes comprehensive proofreading to fix minor spelling, punctuation, and formatting issues. We'll ensure that typos and inconsistencies are corrected, leaving your piece clean and error-free.

Calliope Package – $250
5,000 – 8,000 words

Take your writing to the next level with the Calliope package. This option includes all the features of the Hermes package, plus commentary on your work’s structure, word choice, and overall theme. You’ll receive detailed feedback on how to refine and enhance your piece’s tone and content.

Sappho Package – $500
8,000 – 10,000 words

For the most thorough revision, choose the Sappho package. This all-inclusive option provides everything in the Calliope package, with the added benefit of line-by-line editing. We'll help you eliminate redundancy, strengthen imagery, and clarify your writing to ensure each line resonates with impact.

Choose the package that best suits your needs, and let’s elevate your creative work to its fullest potential. All editing projects will be finished within 7 business days. 

If your project is over 10,000 words, please contact us for custom pricing.