Fiction Editing Services

Proofreading

This service provides a final fresh look at your manuscript to ensure it's polished before publishing or sending it out for consideration. It includes correcting any remaining typos, fixing errors in punctuation, grammar, and formatting. Turnaround time is usually 5-7 business days. The cost for this service is $0.004 per word.

Copyediting

This service provides proofreading as well as flagging awkward phrasing, continuity issues and problems with plot structure. I work to ensure your manuscript has a consistency in style and tone and to flag other language concerns that may arise. Turnaround time is usually 7-14 days. The cost for this service is $0.008 per word.

Developmental Editing

This service provides a full manuscript critique which focuses on content and story and includes evaluation of character, plot, and pacing. I will provide a detailed feedback letter and an annotated manuscript in MS Word. I’m happy to follow up this service with a one hour online meeting to go over my feedback and notes. Turnaround time for this service is usually 20-21 business days. The cost for this service is $0.031 per word.

Please Note:

  • A $50 deposit is required on proofreading and copyediting jobs.
  • A $250 deposit is required on developmental editing jobs.
  • Deposits will be deducted from the final balance except in the case of a cancellation 1-7 business days before job is scheduled to begin.
  • Balance is due upon completion of the work before the manuscript is returned.
  • Editing is done is MS Word using the review and comment functions.
  • Please feel free to contact me with any questions you may have. You can reach me through my contact page.
  • Please keep in mind that turnaround times are estimates and may be shorter, or longer, based on my availability.

Poetry Consultation

I am happy to consult with you on your poems.  However, as it's a different process dealing with poetry as opposed to fiction, when working with poetry I charge an hourly rate of $50 per hour. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions regarding working with me on your poetry.