Editing

Editing can be a big, scary monster, but it doesn’t have to be! Both aspiring writers and weathered authors alike have their reservations about the editing process. Part of that is due to the confusion surrounding different kinds of editing, terms that are used interchangeably, but are actually quite distinctive. For example, the terms “copy editing,” “line editing,” and “developmental editing,” are completely different things. Between the editors I've looked at over the years, they all seem to have their own definitions for these terms. I don't know about you, but I like things to be simple! Below, you'll find a brief definition of each type of editing I offer, which should dispel any confusion. Whatever kind of editing you need, I'm looking forward to helping you with your book!

Copy Editing:

$0.03 per word

Copy editing is your standard technical pass. If you're confident in your story and just want to double check your grammar, this is for you!

I will be going through your book with a dedicated eye, ensuring to address spelling errors, proper capitalization and punctuation, correct formatting of extraneous works, and all things related to syntax.

Line Editing:

$0.06 per word

Line editing is more developmental by nature, and focuses on telling your story as effectively as possible. If you think a character arc isn't quite where it should be, or a scene isn't feeling the way you want it to, this is for you!

I will be looking to maintain your exact writing style, bear in mind the important themes and plot points in your book, and make sure ideas flow naturally and relate to the core of your story.

Formatting:

$300

Editing an already-formatted manuscript is one thing. To both edit and format a manuscript is another thing entirely.

Items that fall under formatting include, but are not limited to: the file being the right size for a physical manuscript (6x9 inches, 5x8 inches, etc.), the title page, legal pages, and table of contents being put in the right order, the page count being correct and only on the desired pages, etc.

This fee only applies if you would like me to format as well as edit. Please mention in your inquiry whether your manuscript is already formatted or in need of formatting. If you do not specify, I will only be editing the raw text as is.

Note about Editing Payment:

For longer works, payment plans can be made available. In your contact email, request a payment plan, and we can have something arranged.

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