Each editing service takes 3-6 weeks depending on word count. For full packages, an editorial schedule and a payment plan will be implemented for both the editor and the author. A client is highly advised to follow these guidelines for a smooth editing process.
Between each editing stage, there will be a one or two-month break for authors to implement the edits before moving on to the next stage. As such, a full editing package could take up to 6-12 months depending on manuscript length. Clients are recommended, if possible, to avail bundles instead of individual services for discounts.
Disclaimer: Writing, and editing, are subjective forms of art. Clients will not be forced to adhere to the comments and suggestions of the editor. They are, however, highly advised to consider these changes before accepting or rejecting them.
First Chapter Assessment
Unsure of how your first chapter can hook readers? The First Chapter Assessment will help you pinpoint its strengths and weaknesses, combining all service packages.
Maximum of 3,500 words. Flat rate of $35.
What You’ll Get:
- 3-page editorial letter and critique
- Line/copy editing
- Developmental editing
- Proofreading
- Formatting and Typesetting
What You’ll Get:
- 10-25 pages editorial letter
- Plot and theme analysis
- Pacing, flow, and structure analysis
- Character and dialogue analysis
- Worldbuilding analysis (if required)
- Writing style analysis (active vs passive voices, show don’t tell, descriptions, word choices)
- Editing service suggestions
Manuscript Evaluation/Assessment
So you have finished writing your manuscript. Now what? If you are not sure which editing service you need, a manuscript evaluation/assessment can help you decide the next step for your book.
Maximum of 100,000 words. $0.005/word.
Developmental Editing
Developmental editing helps you take your story to the next level. It will be dissected and examined in greater detail than manuscript evaluation and assessment, and you will receive feedback along with suggestions on how to improve problematic areas.
Maximum of 100,000 words. $0.02/word.
What You’ll Get:
- 30-50 pages editorial letter
- Plot and subplot analysis
- Theme and worldbuilding analysis
- Pacing and flow analysis
- Character and dialogue analysis
- Scene and chapter analysis
- Analysis summary
- Suggestions on areas to improve
What You’ll Get:
- Check for sentence and paragraph flow and structure/arrangement
- Inspect word choices
- Delete unnecessary words and content
- Revise awkward and vague phrasing
- Turn passive voices into active voices
- Determine show don’t tell
- Correct inaccurate dialogue and action tags
- Check for errors in spelling, grammar, syntax, punctuation, and tenses
Line/Copy Editing
Unlike developmental editing which focuses on story, line and copy editing scrutinizes a manuscript line by line, ensuring that each sentence and paragraph flows well, and that the prose is smooth and readable.
Maximum of 100,000 words. $0.015/word.
Proofreading
As one of the last stages in writing, proofreading checks for any errors and inconsistencies that may have slipped during the initial editing stages.
Maximum of 100,000 words. $0.005/word.
What You’ll Get:
- Resolve errors in spelling, grammar, syntax, punctuation, and tenses
- Correct style inconsistencies
- Correct formatting
What You’ll Get:
- Formatted table of contents and chapter titles
- Genre-appropriate font choice and size
- Proper indentation, margin, and pagination
Formatting and Typesetting
To prepare your manuscript for publication, it is important that the content is easy to read and eye-catching. Formatting and typesetting ensures that every page is perfect for digital and physical release.
Maximum of 100,000 words. $0.005/word.
Bundles
Developmental + line/copy editing = 15% discount
Full package (developmental, line/copy, proofreading, formatting and typesetting) = 25% discount
Custom package = To be discussed by editor and client
Editorial Schedule
Individual Services
- Developmental, Line/Copy Editing: 4-6 weeks
- Proofreading: 3-4 weeks
- Formatting and Typesetting, Manuscript Evaluation: 2-3 weeks
- First Chapter Assessment: 3-4 days
Packages and Bundles
Developmental + Line/Copy Editing:
- Week 1 to 6: Developmental Editing
- Week 7 to 14: Author reviews and implements edits
- Week 15 to 20: Line/Copy Editing
Full Package (developmental editing, line/copy editing, proofreading, formatting and typesetting):
- Week 1 to 6: Developmental Editing
- Week 7 to 14: Author reviews and implements edits
- Week 15 to 20: Line/Copy Editing
- Week 21 to 28: Author reviews and implements edits
- Week 29 to 33: Proofreading
- Week 34 to 36: Author reviews and implements edits
- Week 37 to 39: Formatting and Typesetting
Custom Package: To be discussed by both parties
What I Accept (and Don’t)
What I Accept: Pretty much every genre of fiction and nonfiction, though fantasy and science fiction, as well as memoirs and biography, are preferable.
What I Don’t Accept: Academic writing AND AI-generated works are a big no-no. Also anything that glorifies rape, torture, incest, child abuse, and/or pedophilia.
Payment Plans and Policies
For those availing immediately, a 25% upfront fee is required, followed by 50% spread out during the editing process, and the final 25% upon completion and delivery of documents.
For those booking in advance, a 20% booking fee is required. Another 20% will be paid at the start of the editing process, 40% during the editing process, and the final 20% upon completion and delivery of documents.
The payment plan differs between each editing service, bundle, and package, paid either through Paypal or Wise bank transfer. They are as follows:
- Developmental/Line/Copy Editing: Payment divided in 2-3 batches or every 14 days
- Proofreading: Payment divided in 2 batches or every 10 to 15 days
- Formatting and Typesetting, Manuscript Evaluation: Payment divided in 2 batches or every 10 to 15 days
- First Chapter Assessment: Payment upon completion and delivery of assessment
- Developmental + Line/Copy Editing Package: Payment divided in 5 batches or every 4 weeks
- Full Package: Payment divided in 13 batches or every 3 weeks
- Custom Package: To be discussed by both parties