How long does it take for developmental edits?

Agnes786

developmental edits are usually done after a manuscript has been through its first round of editing (copyediting, proofreading, etc.), and they focus on larger-scale issues like plot, pacing, character development, etc. I'm curious to know how long developmental edits typically take, both in terms of the amount of time the editor spends on the manuscript and the amount of time it takes the author to implement the edits.

Bluefrog332

The time it takes for developmental edits depends on a variety of factors, including the length of the book, the complexity of the story, and the number of rounds of edits. A single round of developmental edits can take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months.

sister_campos

It really depends on the project and the level of editing required. A developmental edit is a deep dive into the overall structure and theme of a work, whereas a line edit focuses on the smaller details like grammar, syntax, and word choice. A developmental edit can take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months, depending on the length and complexity of the project.