Editorial Services
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a “big picture” Evaluation Report analysing the manuscript’s strengths and weaknesses with specific suggestions to address pacing issues, plot holes and character arc consistency
3–4 weeks
Pricing:
flat fee based on word count
find the gem in your early drafts
Manuscript Evaluation
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a detailed Editorial Summary
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an Annotated Copy of the manuscript containing feedback and edits on core elements such as tone, pacing, structure, character development and emotional weight
6–8 weeks
Pricing:
from $0.03 per word
shape the gem into compelling arcs
Substantive Editing
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an Annotated Copy containing line-by-line edits focusing on readability, style and rhythm, vocabulary choice, grammar and punctuation
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a Style Sheet listing standard spellings and formatting
4–6 weeks
Pricing:
from $0.02 per word
polish the gem with style and clarity
Line Editing
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the Final Manuscript that has been meticulously checked for spelling, grammar, punctuation and formatting
2–6 weeks
Pricing:
from $0.01 per word
clean the gem for the final look
Proofreading