Are you looking for a professional editor? Would you like to put over thirty-five years of passion for literature and writing, plus over five years of experience with editing and publishing to work for you?
Keep reading to learn more about me and why I might be the right fit for your manuscript, or you can jump straight to the services I offer and a handy contact form below!
Who is B.K. Bass?
I fell in love with reading in the fifth grade, back in the late 1980s. Soon after, I was writing my own stories and crafting my own worlds. I wrote off and on over the decades, always striving to get better. Over thirty-five years later, I’ve finally realized my dream and become a published author. Even better, I’ve found ways to help others on their journeys.
Experience Matters
After over three decades of being a bookworm, studying, and practicing the craft, I jumped into the writing industry head-first in 2018. On top of writing over a dozen books since then, I’ve edited dozens more for other authors. I also have two years of experience as a publisher: I was co-owner of a small press, where I specialized in acquisitions and creative development. I was also editor-in-chief of a journal of speculative fiction during that time.
What have I edited? A little bit of everything, from middle-grade fantasy to war memoirs. On the fiction side of things, I’ve worked on fantasy, science fiction, horror, romance, mystery, thriller, action-adventure, alternative history, historical fiction, and literary fiction. In the realm of nonfiction, I’ve worked on a variety of projects, including memoirs, family histories, technical guides, professional development guides, self-help books, and special interest books. I even recently worked on dialogue scripts for a video game!
Here are just a few of the many books I have had the pleasure to edit:
(Note: The authors and/or publishers of the above titles have acknowledged my involvement. I keep all my projects and clients confidential unless the client decides to go public with my role as their editor.)
Passion Matters
While I have the know-how and experience to tackle just about anything, my real passion is for great storytelling. I most enjoy working on fiction, and my favorite genres are science fiction, fantasy, horror, mystery, action-adventure, alternate history, and historical fiction. The last two also coincide with me being a huge history buff in my spare time. If I’m not working or reading fiction, I’m probably reading a history book, watching a history documentary, or playing a historical strategy game!
I would say—and many have agreed—that my specialty is bringing action to life and immersing readers into the setting. However, I also love a good character-driven drama. I think a well-written battle of the wits or emotional tug-of-war can be just as exciting as clashing swords or space battles.
I’m also passionate about helping authors grow and develop their skills. You need look no further than the Essays, Articles, and Musings section of this website to see that I’ve devoted a lot of time into studying the art of storytelling and sharing what I’ve learned. While editing, I continue this journey. When I suggest improvements and corrections to a manuscript or give developmental advice, I always like to explain the reasoning behind everything I do so my clients can learn from the experience.
Services
Critique & Developmental Edit
$35 per 5,000 words
I will provide a detailed critique in a separate document analyzing the writing style, character development, plot structure, themes and tone, and setting development and immersion. I will also give detailed feedback on each chapter here. On the manuscript, I will highlight and comment on specific areas of interest that may be opportunities for improvement.
Line and Copy Edit
$45 per 5,000 words
With tracking enabled so you can review the changes, I will line edit the manuscript to improve the flow, structure, and clarity of the writing, as well as looking out for consistency issues or any other opportunities for improvement in the details. I’ll also copy edit to ensure the correctness of grammar, syntax, punctuation, and spelling, along with checking for typographical errors. I will leave comments explaining the reasoning behind the changes.
Full-Service package
$80 per 5,000 words
Includes both the critique and developmental edit plus line editing, copy editing, and proofreading from the other two packages in a single pass. A popular option for those who are confident with their storytelling and want to get it all done in one shot!
(Only recommended for those who do not plan to do a major revision, but still want feedback on the big picture. Traditionally, you want to revise after a developmental edit, then get the line and copy edit done. Should you select this package and end up with rewrites, I’m always happy to negotiate a discounted rate for a follow-up line and copy edit of the revisions.)
Testimonials
There are so many great things I could detail about working with B. K. Bass, and I am sure all of my praises would fall short in recognizing his skill in the craft. Hiring him as my editor has been, hands down, the best decision I’ve made for my book.
He is marvelous and I will continue to use his gig for all my work. Excellent in every way.
I wish all my experiences on Fiverr were the same as this one. A great communicator, very professional, and amazing quality of work. I’ve already booked him again!
Very thorough and detailed analysis. The notes are remarkable and goes beyond my expectations.
Very honest and in-depth evaluation of my first draft. Very good for the price also would work with you again! Really opened up my eyes to so many flaws of mine which was very constructive for my development as a writer in which I will implement Also very, very swift delivery also if I could give another star I would 10/10.
Perfect. A great deal of resources were given, points were given on what could and should be improved upon and changed. I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for honest criticism and help with improving your writing.
Oh, man! The best developmental critiques I could have asked for! Speedy as well! I highly recommend B.K.’s services! I’ll be back, soon!
Contact B.K. Bass
Are you ready to take your manuscript to the next level? If so, send me a message with the form below. If you have any questions for me before you make a decision, I’m happy to answer them and discuss your project to make sure I am the best fit for your needs! I would also be happy to provide a sample edit of the first chapter of your manuscript, up to 2,500 words. Just mention your interest in this in the message below, and you’ll be able to email the sample directly after my response.
For a custom quote, please include the genre(s) for fiction or subject(s) for nonfiction, the total word count, and any specific concerns or goals you have regarding the manuscript. I will respond via email as soon as possible. Please note that on direct orders, payment can only be received via PayPal. Standard payment arrangements are 50% in advance and 50% within ten business days of completion of the order, with a 10% deposit for advance bookings (applies toward the total cost).
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