Services
Take time to read through the descriptions below and chose which service is best for your project. It is very important these are done in order.
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Dev -> Line/Copy -> Proof
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For example, hiring a copyeditor first could mean you are paying for completed scenes to get edited which may end up being cut during developmental.
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I would love to talk you through the process, so reach out with any questions.
Developmental Editing
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A sample edit of 1,000-2,000 words from the middle of the manuscript.
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A full developmental read-through
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A detailed editorial letter addressing structure, characterization, pacing, thematic development, and narrative consistency
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In-manuscript notes and comments (via Microsoft Word)
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Actionable narrative feedback with suggestions for revision and improvement
Line Editing/Copyediting
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A sample edit of 1,000-2,000 words from the middle of the manuscript.
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Sentence-level editing for clarity, flow, style, and tone
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Refinement of redundancy, awkward phrasing, and wordiness
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Attention to narrative voice, rhythm, pacing, and emotional impact
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Consistent application of grammar, syntax, punctuation, and consistency (in accordance with the Chicago Manual of Style)
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A project style sheet documenting editorial decisions, character names, terminology, capitalization, spelling preferences, and continuity notes
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Margin notes for stylistic or readability-related observations
Proofreading
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A sample edit of 500-1000 words.
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Final stage polish for spelling, punctuation, grammar, and typos.
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Formatting consistency (e.g., quotation marks, paragraph breaks, spacing)
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All corrections tracked via Microsoft Word using Track Changes
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No substantive editing or rewriting—focus is on surface-level polish
*Note: This service does not include ebook formatting, print layout design, or publishing file preparation
Beta Reading
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A complete read-through of the manuscript.
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A written feedback report covering:
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Chapter-by-chapter analysis
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Overall impressions
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Strengths and opportunities for improvement
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Margin notes highlighting key reactions, questions, or confusions (via microsoft word).
Pricing
A 30% deposit is required to reserve editing time on the calendar. The remaining balance is due upon completion of the edit prior to final file release.
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Editing services are quoted within a price range. Final pricing depends on factors such as manuscript length, genre, timeline, and the manuscript’s starting condition.
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If your project needs support beyond the services listed, such as coaching, beta reading, or editorial assessment, I am always happy to discuss a custom approach.
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Developmental Editing
$0.03 - $0.05 / word
Ex: 80,000 words = $2,400 - $4,000
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Proofreading
$0.01 - $0.015 / word
Ex: 80,000 words = $800 - $1,200
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Line Editing/Copyediting
$0.02 - $0.04 / word
Ex: 80,000 words = $1,600 - $2,400
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Beta Reading
$0.004 / word
Ex: 80,000 words = $320