R.M. Grant

Author - Alpha Reader - Beta Reader - Editor - Ghostwriter


About Me

  • 10+ years writing / editing

  • Degree in Creative Writing

  • Specialized in speculative fiction

  • Experience on both sides of the publishing industry

  • No A.I. Guarantee

Hello! I’m Rosemary (R.M. Grant).

Born in Appalachia, I have been living in West Michigan since 2020. I’m a passionate and dedicated reader, writer, and editor who loves helping authors shape their best works. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Creative Writing, multiple short story publications, and a history on the other side of publishing at an international literary magazine.

I recently began offering my services as a freelancer to help authors with finished or in-progress manuscripts looking for honest, constructive feedback, developmental and line editing, or collaborative ghostwriting. Whether you're a first-time author with a raw idea or a seasoned writer looking for a meticulous polish, I want to help you elevate your manuscript and prepare it for the market.

My approach bridges the gap between creative intuition and structural strategy. I dissect what keeps an audience hooked, what disrupts the immersion of a scene, and how to build complex worlds and characters that linger in a reader's mind. Collaborating with me means your artistic intent always remains front and center. I see myself as a custodian of your vision, not someone here to hijack your voice. My job is to diagnose the hidden friction points in your plot, uncover missing motivations, and amplify the unique strengths that already exist within your pages.

Though I specialize in fantasy and science fiction (and all of the worldbuilding and epic word counts those genres entail), I also have a soft spot for thrillers and romance. That said, I always adapt my methods to fit the precise demands of your genre.

Committed to Never Using Artificial Intelligence!

Read Some of My Writing

Services (Prices per Word)

Simple, transparent pricing — Choose the option that best suits your project!

 

$0.0010

Alpha Reading

A first response before anyone else sees your manuscript. This service evaluates the raw potential of a rough draft, identifying the emotional resonance, structural integrity, and whether your story delivers on its promise.

  • Big-picture story assessment and emotional impact analysis

  • Character arc and motivation evaluation

  • Pacing and structural feedback with actionable notes

  • Confidential, judgment-free first impressions

 

$0.0015

Beta Reading

 

$0.0050+

Editing

With a revised manuscript, I step into the role of your ideal reader. My beta reading services provide detailed, chapter-by-chapter feedback on what captivates, what confuses, and what could be elevated.

  • Chapter-by-chapter annotations and reactions

  • Plot hole and continuity tracking

  • Dialogue authenticity and voice consistency review

  • Detailed summary report with prioritized revisions

 

From restructuring to simple grammar fixes, my editing services cover the full spectrum. I work with you to preserve your unique voice while refining your craft and presentation. Choose one or more of the options from below:

  • Developmental editing: structure, plot, and character (+$0.0025)

  • Line editing: prose rhythm, clarity, and style refinement (+$0.0025)

  • Copy editing: grammar, consistency, and factual accuracy (+$0.0050).

  • Proofreading: the final polish before publication (+$0).

 

$0.15

Ghostwriting

As your ghostwriter, I transform your ideas, outlines, or rough drafts into a fully realized manuscript that reads as authentically yours (because it is)!

  • In-depth discovery sessions to capture your voice and vision

  • Complete manuscript drafting from outline to final chapter

  • Iterative revisions

  • Full confidentiality

Work With Me!

Or email me directly at: rosemary.mclean.grant@gmail.com !