Developmental Editing & Story Coaching for Children’s and YA Authors
Wildflower Editorial helps authors of children’s, middle grade, young adult, and new adult fiction strengthen their stories through thoughtful developmental editing, manuscript assessments, and story coaching and consultation.
From early drafts to submission-ready manuscripts, writers receive craft-focused editorial feedback that strengthens plot structure, deepens character arcs, and refines pacing while protecting each author’s authentic voice.
Book Your Free First Bloom Call
Take 15 minutes to explore your story’s potential and discover how developmental editing or story coaching can help your manuscript blossom.
Perfect for children’s, middle grade, and YA authors ready to move their story forward.
Take the guesswork out of categorising your story!
This comprehensive guide is designed for writers of children’s, middle grade, YA, and new adult fiction who want to confidently place their story in the right category. Perfect for authors looking to understand age ranges, word counts, themes, and character expectations—so your manuscript connects with the readers it was written for.
Free Guide: Understanding Children’s Book Categories – From Board Books to New Adult
✿ Clear explanations of each children’s book category, from board books through to new adult novels
✿ Quick Facts boxes with word counts, protagonist ages, and theme guidance
✿ Examples of published books in each category
✿ Guidance on choosing the right category without writing to market
What You’ll Get
Get Your Free Copy
Download Understanding Children’s Book Categories today and gain clarity on where your story belongs. Simply join my substack below and start shaping a manuscript that resonates with readers—and the right editors and publishers.
Serious About Your Story? So Am I.
You’ve written a draft. You know it can be stronger. But you’re too close to the manuscript to see what’s working—and what isn’t.
Hi, I’m Rachel Vine
I work with children’s, middle grade, YA and NA authors who want more than surface edits. Together, we examine the foundation of your story:
✿ Structure and pacing
✿ Character arcs and motivation
✿ Emotional resonance
✿ Voice and thematic cohesion
Beyond grammar and spelling, story-level work ensures your manuscript is polished, cohesive, and ready to impress readers or publishers.
Editorial Services for Children’s & YA Writers
Developmental Editing
For authors ready to revise deeply and seriously.
You’ll receive:
✿ A detailed editorial report
✿ In-manuscript comments
✿ Clear structural recommendations
✿ Practical revision roadmap
Outcome: A stronger, more coherent, submission-ready manuscript.
Manuscript Assessment
A high-level, professional, and detailed editorial report focused on big-picture elements like structure, pacing, character development, voice, and theme—without marking up your text line by line.
Ideal if you want:
✿ Clarity on structural strengths & weaknesses
✿ Insight into pacing & plot
✿ Professional perspective and actionable feedback to help you refine your story before querying
One-on-One Story Coaching
Strategic support for writers who need direction, momentum, and accountability.
Available as:
✿ Single strategy sessions
✿ 3-session Story Intensive
✿ 6-session Deep Dive Partnership
Why Authors Choose Wildflower Editorial
I’m not just an editor.
I’m a story specialist with a background in children’s literature, publishing studies, and literary analysis.
✿ Professional Member of IPEd
✿ Former children’ librarian with deep genre knowledge
✿ Host of the Likely Stories podcast, exploring literary craft & narrative history
✿ Specialist in children’s, YA and NA storytelling
Writers come to me for:
✔︎ Clear, honest feedback
✔︎ Deep structural insight
✔︎ Editorial guidance rooted in story craft
✔︎ A thoughtful, analytical approach
✔︎ Specialist knowledge and advice for authors of children’s, YA and NA manuscripts
Stories That Blossomed
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“As a repeat client, one of the best things is Rachel’s enthusiasm for my writing and acknowledgement of my growth as we’ve worked together. This makes the feedback I receive even more meaningful.”
— Brittany Leonard
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“Rachel is professional, passionate, thorough and encouraging. She has taken my work to a new level while also providing me with a great boost of confidence. ’m thrilled with my edits"
— Beth Wilson
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"The feedback was so helpful and to the point. I was blown away with the huge effort that went into this edit. Rachel praised and made recommendations without making me feel like a complete novice.”
— Thea Thielke
Ready to Strengthen Your Manuscript?
If you’re serious about revision and preparing your story for publication, let’s talk.
Book a Free Story Strategy Call or request a quote for developmental editing.
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This land was never ceded—it is, was, and will always be Aboriginal land.
A proudly LGBTQIA+ friendly business. Everyone is welcome.
Concession discounts are available to authors who qualify—contact me for more information.
