Editing Services

This is the step before copyediting and proofreading. While retaining your voice and style, we use a line-by-line approach to edit your work. We look at things such as:

• word choice- is it appropriate for the character, scene, and your intended audience?

• clarity- is the content coherent or is it confusing? does it flow logically?

• tone- is it proper for your intended audience?

• language- will your audience connect with your words?

• redundant language

• repetitive word use

• consistency

This is the step before proofreading, and we will create a style guide for consistency that can be used by the proofreader.

In addition to correcting spelling, punctuation, grammar, and formatting, we will also research:

• obvious facts

• names

• dates

• numbers

• acronyms

• foreign words

We will also flag repetitive words, misused dialogue tags, plot holes, and any continuity issues such as name spellings, hair/eye colors, etc. as well as any possible copywrite issues.

This is your chance to catch any errors before publishing and to do any final touching up. This is a surface check to include corrections to:

• spelling

• punctuation

• grammar

• formatting- to check on the consistency of italics, fonts, spacing, capitalization, etc.

• accuracy of obvious facts such as historical dates, company names, etc.

All while following your style guide to maintain consistency of details and preserving your voice.

Customize a bundle for your specific editorial needs. Any or all of our services can be bundled together. Prices will be based by project and needs and will be discussed during your discovery call!