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 identify which areas of your manuscript need improving or 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 Interest Form or send me a message to get started!
LET’S TALK ABOUT YOUR PROJECT!