Lilitu fray Writes

Providing accessible, quality editing services for non-men writers

Portfolio

Below is a sample of works I have edited. Click on the images to check them out on their writer's pages!

services

Rate for all services: $0.01/word

Developmental EditingDevelopmental editing looks at your manuscript through a big picture lens to refine its main components: plot, characters, setting, etc. This is the first piece of editing you should look at if you're early in the process and have at least a first draft.

Line EditingLine editing goes deeper into the writing itself, looking line by line to improve the readability and clarity while maintaining your authorial voice. This step of editing should come after developmental editing or at least after a few drafts.

Copy Editing/ProofreadingCopy editing is the most technical level of editing and looks to correct any mechanical issues such as spelling, grammar, punctuation, etc. This should be the final step of editing after the work is all but finalized.

Tabletop Roleplaying GamesWhile the exact specifics may differ from editing fiction, I offer any of the above services for TTRPG creators!

All editing services come with a free sample edit as part of your consultation!

editorial philosophy

Genre Specialties: High Fantasy, Urban Fantasy, SciFi, Lesbian/Sapphic Romance

ANTI AI POLICYZero AI will be used in any part of the editing process. I will not work with any writer that uses AI tools to create their work.

UPLIFT THE MARGINALIZEDMy goal is to provided quality, accessible editing services to those largely ignored or actively discouraged within the creative writing industry (specifically women and lesbians). To that end I'm offering a Needs-Based Discount: as part of your consultation the final cost can be adjusted up to a 50% discount based on your budget and project.

COLLABORATION IS KEYIt's your creation, I'm just refining it. All editing work is done through the lens of amplifying your personal voice and elevating your art for what it is, not tearing it down or transforming it to something more palatable for mass appeal.

About

Lilitu Fray (She/They/It) is a black trans lesbian with a deep love of creative writing, tabletop roleplaying games, and media analysis. When she isn't working her day job it can be found reading lesbian novels or working on an editing project. Their current goal is to raise enough money to leave their country of residence and relocate to one more LGBT friendly.

Interested in my services? Click HERE to see the process on hiring me!My email is open for any questions or other correspondence, and please feel free to follow me on Bluesky for updates and fun, perfectly normal posting.

The Editing Process

Step 1: Reaching Out

If you like what you've seen and think I would be a good fit for your project, send an email to [email protected] with the following information:+Your name+Type of Project and Word Count+Elevator Pitch+Deadline for Editing Work+Services Desired

Step 2: Sample Edit

Expect a reply within 48 hours in which I will either decline the work (nothing personal!) or request a 3-4 page (or 1000-1500 word for works less than 5000 words) sample from the manuscript to edit for your review. Should you be satisfied with the sample edit, we will continue with the process. If you aren't, simply be honest! No hard feelings.

Step 3: Editorial Agreement

During this step we will discuss the exact specifics of the work requested and put together an editorial agreement, including a price quote. If you are unable to afford the quoted rate, I offer a Needs-Based Discount of up to 50% off which can be discussed based on the budget you have to work with. Once everything has been finalized and you're happy with the agreement, it will be presented for a final signature.Things to consider as part of the Editorial Agreement:+Method of Payment+Method of Delivery+Update and Milestone Communication+Specifics of Services Rendered

Step 4: The Magic Happens

At this point all you have to do is sit back and let me do my stuff! Upon completion of the editing work it will be delivered as per the Editorial Agreement after any remaining payment owed has been paid.