Professional Editing That Elevates Your Work
Every great book goes through rigorous editing. Our team of experienced editors ensures your manuscript is polished, professional, and ready for publication.
We offer multiple levels of editing to match your manuscript's needs and your publishing goals. From big-picture developmental work to final proofreading, we've got you covered.
Editing Levels
Choose the level of editing your manuscript needs
1. Developmental Editing
Big Picture Structure
The most comprehensive level of editing, developmental editing addresses:
- Overall story structure and pacing
- Plot development and consistency
- Character development and arcs
- Point of view and narrative voice
- Theme and message clarity
- Chapter organization
Best for: First drafts, manuscripts with structural issues, or authors seeking comprehensive feedback.
2. Line Editing
Sentence-Level Polish
Line editing focuses on the craft of writing at the sentence level:
- Sentence structure and flow
- Word choice and vocabulary
- Clarity and readability
- Style and tone consistency
- Dialogue improvement
- Eliminating awkward phrasing
Best for: Manuscripts with solid structure that need prose refinement.
3. Copyediting
Technical Precision
Copyediting ensures technical accuracy throughout your manuscript:
- Grammar and syntax correction
- Punctuation and spelling
- Consistency in style and formatting
- Fact-checking (basic)
- Timeline and continuity checks
- Proper noun consistency
Best for: Manuscripts that have been through developmental/line editing.
4. Proofreading
Final Polish
The last line of defense before publication:
- Typo and spelling error correction
- Formatting consistency
- Page layout issues
- Missing or doubled words
- Incorrect punctuation
- Final quality check
Best for: Final manuscripts ready for publication—the last step before printing.
Editing in Our Publishing Packages
Different editing levels are included based on your package tier
| Editing Level | Starter | Professional | Premium | Ultimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Proofreading | ||||
| Copyediting | ||||
| Line Editing | ||||
| Developmental Editing |
Standalone Editing Pricing
Editing is included in all publishing packages at the appropriate level.
For standalone editing services, pricing is based on word count and the level of editing required. Contact us for a custom quote based on your manuscript.
Proofreading: Starting at $0.01/word
Copyediting: Starting at $0.02/word
Line Editing: Starting at $0.03/word
Developmental Editing: Starting at $0.04/word
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