EDITORIAL SERVICES
For those looking at my services, feel free to peruse my pricing list! That being said, anything under 35,000 words will recieve a specific quote and will not apply to the pricing key below. Other rare exceprions excluded, this is what my general cost for services is. Always feel free to email for bundle pricing and inquiries!
Editorial Assessment: $0.015/word
Provides a broad overview of your manuscript, giving insight into how your story is progressing. Highlights strengths and weaknesses in plot, character development, and pacing. Ideal for authors seeking general feedback before diving into deeper revisions.
Developmental Edit: $0.02/word
Includes an editorial letter (average 15–20 pages per 100k words) that analyzes the story chapter by chapter, focusing on story mechanics such as plot, setting, character, and structure, tailored to your genre, age range, and publishing goals. Zoom support is included to discuss notes and revision plans.
Two read-throughs included. A third read-through can be purchased for 25% of the original cost.
Line Edit: $0.025/word
Uses Track Changes to refine sentences for flow, consistency, and readability while addressing filler and repetitive language. Includes a style sheet for reference. Line editing (also called stylistic editing) focuses on the content and flow of your prose rather than grammar mechanics.
An additional read-through to check revisions can be purchased for 25% of the original cost.
Proofreading: $0.01/word per pass
The final stage of editing, ensuring no spelling, grammar, or punctuation errors remain. Can be done for both digital and hard copy manuscripts (provided at the author’s expense). Includes creating a style sheet if one does not already exist.
Proofreading checks for:
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Spelling and style inconsistencies
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Layout or typography issues
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Awkward page or word breaks
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Incorrect captions, illustrations, or page numbers