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Starry Sky
Bio

About me

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Welcome! I'm Gretchen, and I would love to help you with your latest writing project.

I have a bachelor's degree in English, with a minor in editing. Recently, I interned at the literary agency Writers House, where I evaluated queries and submissions for Jodi Reamer.

For the past two years, I've offered freelance editing through online platforms like Fiverr (under the profile Kelly Editing). I founded Starry Ink Editing to expand my business and reach more clients.

As an editor, I love giving authors actionable feedback that leaves them feeling motivated to revise.

I specialize in first chapter critiques, manuscript evaluations, developmental editing, and line editing. I work especially with the genres of fantasy, science fiction, romance, and mystery.

If you're wondering about next steps for your manuscript, feel free to send me a message! I'm always happy to chat.

Testimonials

Developmental Edit - Historical Fiction
"Previous to hiring Gretchen, I’d had a few beta readers. The difference in the quality of the feedback I got from Gretchen was more than I could’ve imagined. My novel wouldn’t be what it is today without her developmental edits. On top of the quality of her work, she was also very reasonably available to answer any questions I had along the way. Trusting this stranger from the internet with my novel is the best decision I’ve made in my writing process."
- Tanya Zuniga 

Services

First Chapter Critique

$50 for 4000 words

Developmental Edit

$25 per 1000 words

Manuscript Evaluation

$5 per 1000 words

Line Edit

$20 to $30 per 1000 words

Contact

Have any questions? Send me a message! I'm always happy to chat.

cell: (469) 340-3423

email: starryinkediting@gmail.com

© 2025 by Gretchen Picklesimer Kinney

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