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Somebody to Pen

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Learn How to Write Like Your Favorite Authors

Somebody to Pen

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Learn How to Write Like Your Favorite Authors

ABOUT ME

Hi, I’m Kylee Kosoff. I started writing when I was six years old because I had a speech deficit. Writing literally gave me my voice back! When I was fifteen, I started writing my first novel, but I still had a lot to learn.  


Almost a decade later, I’m working on my debut novel. A sci-fi, epic fantasy inspired by Dune and Star Wars. 


I started Somebody to Pen because I know there are so many authors just like me who have a dream, but they don't know how to make that dream a reality. 


Who better to learn from than authors who have already made their dreams come true? Here you can learn from somebody's pen. With over fifty authors interviewed from all different genres, publishing spaces, and expertise; Somebody to Pen is a resource for writers no matter what their dream is. 

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My Services

Your story deserves to shine, and I’m here to make that happen. As a freelance editor, I specialize in refining manuscripts at every level, from structural feedback to sentence-level edits and a final polish. Rates are transparent and based on word count and genre. Some complex genres like fantasy, sci-fi, or historical fiction may cost more than contemporary or romance. You can send the first 1,000 words of your manuscript for a free sample edit. Please note that I will do my best to work with

Developmental Editing

$0.014–$0.020

📌 Rate: $0.014–$0.020 per word (Approx. 1.4-2.0¢ x 80K = $1,120–$1,600)
Developmental editing is the big-picture stage of editing. I’ll provide in-depth feedback on your story’s structure, pacing, character development, plot consistency, and world-building. You’ll receive a detailed editorial letter with insights on what’s working and what could be improved.

👉 Best for: Authors looking for story-level feedback before moving on to sentence-level edits.

Line Editing

$0.009–$0.015

📌 Rate: $0.009–$0.015 per word (Approx. 0.9-1.5¢ x 80K = $720–$1,200)
Line editing focuses on clarity, tone, and style. I’ll refine your sentences to enhance readability, flow, and emotional impact, ensuring your voice shines while eliminating awkward phrasing and inconsistencies.

👉 Best for: Writers who want to elevate their prose while maintaining their unique voice.

Proofreading

$0.006–$0.012

📌 Rate: $0.006–$0.012 per word (Approx. 1.4-2.0¢ x 80K = $480–$960)
Proofreading is the final polish before publication. I’ll catch typos, grammar mistakes, punctuation errors, and formatting inconsistencies to ensure your manuscript is error-free and publication-ready.

👉 Best for: Authors with a near-final draft who need a last quality check.

The First 20K Edit

$250

📌 Rate: $250 per 20,000 words of your manuscript

✅ Developmental feedback - plot, pacing, character, and worldbuilding notes

✅ Proofread - typos, grammar, and consistency checks

✅ 5 personalized deep-dives - pick the areas you're most worried about

✅ Mistake watchlist - so you can avoid repeating issues in the rest of your draft

✅ Action plan - strategies to strengthen your 

👉 Best for: Authors who are in early or mid-draft stage and want affordable, high-impact feedback. 

Manuscript Review

$75-$150+

📌 Rate: 

  • Up to 80,000 words - $75
  • Over 80,000 words - $100
  • Over 200,000 words - $150 + $15 per additional 25,000 words


Provides a thorough, professional read-through of your manuscript with feedback on plot, characters, voice, and overall impact. I’ll highlight what’s working, what’s confusing or needs attention, and offer clear suggestions for next steps.

👉 Best for: Authors who want an honest, professional reader’s perspective on their early to see what’s working and what to focus on next. 

Formatting

$80–$250

 

📌 Rate:

Up to 80,000 words

  • eBook: $80
  • Paperback: $120
  • Bundle (eBook + Paperback): $180


Over 80,000 words

  • eBook: $120
  • Paperback: $160
  • Bundle (eBook + Paperback): $250


I offer clean, professional interior formatting for eBooks and paperbacks, including custom chapter pages, scene breaks, footnotes, and text-bubble layouts. Trim sizes can be adjusted to whatever you need, and all files are delivered upload ready.

👉 Best for: Authors who want beautiful, publication-ready interiors without the stress.

Custom Social Media Bundles for Authors

$45

📌 Rate: $45 per bundle (15 posts)
Custom promotional graphics to help market your book on social media. Each bundle includes:

✅ 15 high-quality images optimized for social media
✅ Branded designs tailored to your book’s theme and genre

👉 Best for: Authors who want branded, visually appealing social media posts for book launches, giveaways, or promotions.

Writing Coaching

$40-$110

 

📌 Rate: 

  • $40 for one-hour session
  • $110 for package of three sessions


Offers personalized support to help you develop your writing skills, set goals, overcome obstacles, and strengthen your storytelling craft. Sessions include brainstorming, plotting, character development, and motivation techniques tailored to your needs.

👉 Best for: Writers looking for ongoing guidance and accountability to grow their craft and complete their projects.

Self-Publishing Consultation

$30-$55

📌 Rate: 

  • $30 for one-hour session
  • $55 for package of two sessions


Provides personalized guidance and advice on the self-publishing process, including research, recommendations for cover artists, formatting tips, and answers to your questions.

👉 Best for: Authors looking for expert advice to navigate the self-publishing world with ease.

Tips and Commissions

SUPPORT SOMEBODY TO PEN

Because my mission is to learn from authors and support them, I never charge for interviews or book reviews. But a lot of work goes into maintaining a website and blog. If you enjoy my content, please consider supporting me, so I can continue to interview authors and write new articles. 


You can tip or commission me at: Support GreekGeek24 on Ko-fi! ❤️. ko-fi.com/greekgeek24 - Ko-fi ❤️ Where creators get support from fans through donations, memberships, shop sales and more! The original 'Buy Me a Coffee' Page. 

One of my passions is creating one-of-a-kind covers that help authors stand out and highlight what makes their stories special. Look through my portfolio to see some of the covers I've designed.

My Portfolio

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Do you need somebody to help?

 

I offer editing and graphic design services. Fill out this Google form to submit the first 1,000 words of your manuscript for a free sample edit. 


You can commission me for fanart, fanfiction covers, or eBook covers at my Ko-fi.

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Horror/Gothic Romance Writers, Grab Your Free Social Media Bundle Here!

Get the tools you need to promote your books with our free, customizable social media bundle. Perfect for adding a spooky touch to your online presence! 


 

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Elevate your book promotion with our free, customizable social media bundle—designed to help you blast off into the galaxy of online marketing!


 

Historical Fiction Writers, Grab Your Free Social Media Bundle Here!

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Romance Writers, Grab Your Free Social Media Bundle Here!

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Fantasy Writers, Grab Your Free Social Media Bundle Here!

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Mystery & Thriller Writers, Grab Your Free Social Media Bundle Here!

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