Services
Developmental Editing
$0.02 Per Word
WORD COUNT ESTIMATED COST
50,000 Words $1,000
80,000 Words $1,600
100,000 Words $2,000
Developmental editing focuses on the big-picture elements of your manuscript. Its structure. This service is designed to strengthen the foundation of your story and maximize its emotional impact on readers.
WORD COUNT ESTIMATED COST
50,000 Words $600
80,000 Words $960
100,000 Words $1,250
Copyediting focuses on clarity, consistency, readability, and technical accuracy while preserving the author's unique voice.
Copyediting
$0.012 Per Word
Proofreading
$0.0075 Per Word
WORD COUNT ESTIMATED COST
50,000 Words $375
80,000 Words $600
100,000 Words $750
Proofreading is the final quality-control pass before publication. This service focuses on catching remaining errors after editing and formatting are complete.
Consultation
Video Consultation Includes
ONE HOUR SESSION $60/1 Hour
TWO HOUR DEEP DIVE $100/2 Hours
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Live brainstorming
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Story troubleshooting
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Character refinement
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Plot analysis
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Worldbuilding discussion
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Creative direction
Unlike traditional editorial services that focus solely on technical corrections, Story, Character, and World Development is designed to help authors transform raw ideas into emotionally impactful, immersive, and unforgettable narratives.
At Etched Mythos, we believe stories become timeless when their worlds feel alive, their characters feel human, and their themes resonate long after the final page. This service exists to help creators build stories that stay etched in the audience's mind.
Story/World/Character Development
SEE THE DIFFERENT PACKAGES BELOW
Our Packages
(Prices are Negotiable Based by Job )
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Best For:
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Standalone novels
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Early-stage worldbuilding
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New fantasy or science fiction projects
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Authors needing foundational support
Includes:
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World concept refinement
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Basic historical development
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Cultural identity creation
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Government and societal structure
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Faction development (up to 3 factions)
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Religion or belief system development
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Basic magic or power system review
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Setting consistency analysis
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Written worldbuilding recommendations
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Societal rules and traditions
Essential Worldbuilding Development
Starting at $500
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Advanced Character Architecture
It’s ideal for:
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Iconic Protagonists
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Major Antagonists
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Ensemble Casts
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Stories Shooting for Emotional Resonance
Includes Everything in Essential PLUS:
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Character ideology development
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Villain philosophy refinement
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Character relationship ecosystems
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Trauma/wound analysis
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Dialogue identity refinement
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Long-term arc planning
Starting at $500
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Essential Character Development
It’s ideal for:
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Newer writers
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Early drafts
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Single protagonists
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Authors who need direction and refinement
Includes
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Character motivation analysis
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Core personality refinement
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Internal conflict development
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Arc evaluation
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Relationship dynamics
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Goal/fear clarification
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Basic antagonist contrast
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Written development feedback
Starting at $300
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The Premium Mythcraft Development package is Etched Mythos' highest-level creative partnership.
Rather than simply improving a story, this service focuses on building a narrative designed for long-term impact, emotional permanence, and expansion potential.
Intended For:
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Fantasy Series
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Comic Universes
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Long-Running Sagas
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Multimedia Intellectual Properties - Television Projects, Movies, Animated Shorts, Video Games
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Flagship Projects
Deliverables:
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Comprehensive narrative architecture document
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Long-term story roadmap
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Character legacy plans
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Theme and symbolism framework
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World integration strategy
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Franchise expansion recommendations
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Custom development reports tailored to project goals
Premium Mythcraft Development
Custom Quote With *Creative Partnership*
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Includes:
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Plot structure analysis
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Story pacing evaluation
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Character arc refinement
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Protagonist and antagonist development
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Theme identification and strengthening
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Worldbuilding integration review
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Conflict and stakes assessment
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Story cohesion analysis
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Detailed written feedback
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Long-term arc planning
The Full Story Development package is a comprehensive narrative consultation designed to strengthen the core pillars of a story. This service focuses on creating a cohesive, emotionally engaging narrative that delivers a satisfying experience for readers.
FULL STORY DEVELOPMENT
Best For:
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Standalone novels
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First books in a series
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Comics and graphic novels
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Manuscripts requiring substantial developmental support
Starting at $1,500
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Expanded Worldbuilding
Best For:
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Fantasy series
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Comic and manga universes
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Shared story universes
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Game settings
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Long-form storytelling projects
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Authors seeking deep immersion and realism
Includes Everything in the Essential Package PLUS:
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Detailed historical timeline creation
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Advanced political and governmental systems
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Economic and trade structure development
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Multiple cultures and regional identities
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Faction ecosystem analysis
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Religious and mythological architecture
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Detailed magic or power system development
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Geography and environmental influence analysis
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Conflict and war history development
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Social customs and traditions
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Series scalability planning
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Multiple consultation sessions
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Expanded development notes
Starting at $1,000
Let’s Talk!
etchedmythos@gmail.com