Behind every great author is an editor. If you’re interested in self-publishing or submitting your manuscript to agents, give your work it’s best shot at success. We offer different types of editing to suit your publishing goals.
Proofreading
This is the editing with the lightest touch. It corrects minor errors, such as:
- grammar
- punctuation
- spelling
- word usage (their/there)
- design elements (page numbers, headers etc)
- artwork and media placement
Cost – $.018 per word
Copy Editing
Copy editing is the most popular type of editing and will focus on:
- style
- word selection
- syntax
- factual accuracy
- media efficacy
- mechanics
Cost – $.022 per word
Copy editing + proofreading – $.026 per word
Substantive/Structural Editing
Substantive editing is the most comprehensive and thorough type of editing and usually takes place before the work is completed. This looks at the content as a whole and analyzes:
- structure
- organization
- logic
- flow
- inconsistencies
Cost – $.030 per word
Manuscript Evaluation/Developmental Editing
During writing, developmental editing can help you define your prose. We’ll discuss key components of a well-rounded story to ensure your book comes to life, such as:
- plot structure
- dialogue
- character development
- pacing
- denouement
- literary devices
Cost – $.020 per word
Formatting
Ready to publish but need help formatting your eBook for KDP and other platforms? We’ll format your word document so all you have to do is upload it to your website of choice and publish.