Prose without Thorns

EDITING | EVALUATIONS | CONSULTATIONS

MY SERVICES

Developmental Editing

I solidify your story’s foundation—its plot, characters, pacing, and conflicts.

Content Editing

I analyze your nonfiction book’s premise and how you present, organize, and support it.

Line + Copy Editing

I improve clarity, flow, and tone while correcting spelling, punctuation, and the like.

Copy Editing

I eliminate errors in grammar, punctuation, and spelling, as well as remove typos, extra words, and other pesky mistakes.

Manuscript Evaluation

I assess genre alignment and which main area(s) of your book need revising.

Project Consultation

I help you create a plan for getting to the next phase of your writing project.

Welcome!

I am Denise Leora Madre, a wife, mother, and MeMa with a degree in English, a mild addiction to Pride and Prejudice fanfiction, and a passion for writing.

Armed with a decade of experience and the Oxford comma, I founded Prose without Thorns to help rising and returning authors uncover their best work. I offer detailed feedback, smart editing, and a listening ear, all in the name of presenting your ideas and preserving your unique voice.

I have worked on more than one hundred writing projects and would be delighted to learn about yours. Complete the Client Questionnaire or send me a message to get started!

LET’S TALK ABOUT YOUR PROJECT!