Cate Hogan - Developmental Book Editor

Editor. Straight-shooter.

Godsend.

Thomas Ryan

Internationally Bestselling Author

Compelling Stories

Editing means different things to different people. For many, it's a shrewd person wielding a red pen, dictionary, and vehement opinions about the Oxford comma. While grammar is important, experienced writers know that a book's success hinges far more on its content, than its polish.

So what makes a story so addictive, you can’t put it down? The answer lies in brilliant characters, gripping plots, fresh voices, and hard work. If you believe developmental editing could unlock the full potential of your story…

Let’s get started today.

Writing is a craft

I develop manuscripts
(and writers).*

* Some tough love may be required.

“This is what I've been looking for, for a very long time. An editor that will come in and be confident to give substantial feedback in regards to my manuscripts.”

- LJ Shen

Washington Post & USA Today Bestselling Author

Introductory Edit

I’m excited to read your work. Send me your story’s opening hook and I’ll perform an in-depth, professional critique, as well as suggest what kind of developmental editing the project is ready for and related quotes and timelines. You’ll have all the information you need to move forward with clarity and confidence.

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Bookshelf

Meet my
storytellers

Behind each cover is a success story...

These are just some of the writers I’ve been privileged to work with. Together, we’ve crafted novels that have attracted tens of thousands of readers, rave reviews, and topped the Washington Post, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestsellers lists.