A named editor on every project. Proofreading for the near-final manuscript, line
editing for the prose that needs shaping, developmental editing for the book that needs a rethink from
the ground up. Fixed-fee quotes, tracked changes, no rewrites without your sign-off.
Professional book editing across three levels: proofreading, line editing, and developmental editing.
Starting price
From $299 for proofreading; from $2,400 for developmental editing.
Typical turnaround
5 to 10 business days for proofreading; 4 to 8 weeks for a full developmental edit.
Output
Tracked changes manuscript, editor's letter, and a clean final file ready for publication or agent
submission.
For
Authors at any stage, from a first draft to a near-final manuscript waiting for a clean error pass.
Revisions
One free query round included on all edits. Line and developmental edits include a second revision pass.
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SectionThe three
levels
Three levels, one editor.
Each level of editing addresses a different layer of the manuscript. Most books
benefit from more than one pass. We advise on the right starting point in the first call.
Level
01
Proofreading
A final-pass review of the near-complete manuscript. We correct spelling, grammar, punctuation,
hyphenation, and
formatting inconsistencies without altering your sentence structure or voice. The right choice when the
book is written and you need a clean, error-free file before upload or submission.
Spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Consistency in names, capitalisation, hyphenation
Formatting and layout errors
Tracked changes, query comments, clean final file
From
$299 · 5 to 10 business days
Most popular
Level
02
Line Editing
Sentence-level editing for clarity, rhythm, tone, and voice. We tighten prose, cut redundancy, improve
pacing paragraph by paragraph, and ensure every line earns its place without rewriting your authorial
voice. Suited to a manuscript that is structurally sound but needs its prose sharpened for readers.
Sentence clarity, flow, and rhythm
Tone and voice consistency
Paragraph-level pacing and transitions
Redundancy and overwriting eliminated
Tracked changes, margin notes, editorial letter, two revision passes
From
$999 · 2 to 4 weeks
Level
03
Developmental Editing
Big-picture editing for manuscripts that need structural work. We assess narrative arc, character
development, chapter sequence, argument structure, pacing, and thematic coherence. You receive a
detailed editorial letter, chapter-by-chapter notes, and one full revision pass. The starting point
for any manuscript that is a first or second draft.
Narrative arc and structural integrity
Character development and motivation
Pacing, chapter sequence, scene-level feedback
Argument and logic flow for non-fiction
Full editorial letter, chapter notes, revision pass
From
$2,400 · 4 to 8 weeks
SectionWhat's
included
Your manuscript, returned stronger.
Every editing engagement includes the same disciplines regardless of level: a named
editor,
tracked changes you control, and a fixed price agreed before work begins.
Named editor. Every project is assigned to a single editor who specialises in your genre. No
handoffs to a pool, no anonymous markup.
Sample edit first. We edit the first ten pages of your manuscript before you commit. You see the
editor's style and approach before any fees are paid.
Tracked changes. Every edit is tracked in Word or Google Docs. You accept or reject each one.
The manuscript stays under your control at every stage.
Editorial letter. A written summary of the key findings, the reasoning behind each recommendation,
and a prioritised list of what to address first. Included in line and developmental edits.
Fixed-fee quote. The price quoted is the price on the invoice. No hourly billing, no overruns,
no surprises.
Author retains all rights. Editing does not transfer any rights. Your manuscript is yours, before
and after the edit.
Confidentiality. We work under a standard NDA on request. Your manuscript is never shared, never
used for training data, and deleted from our systems on project close.
Clean final file. A final, clean manuscript delivered in your preferred format, Word, Google Docs,
or PDF, ready for publishing, agent submission, or your formatter.
SectionHow it
works
Four steps, nothing hidden.
The same process on every editing project, from a 30,000-word business book to a
90,000-word novel. Each stage closes before the next begins.
01
The brief.
A short call or written questionnaire about the manuscript, genre, audience, and the specific concerns
you have. A written proposal with scope, level, timeline, and fixed fee lands in 48 hours.
02
The sample edit.
Your editor edits the first ten pages as a no-obligation sample. You see exactly how they work before
any fees are paid. If the fit is right, we proceed; if not, we say so honestly.
03
The edit.
Your editor works through the manuscript, tracking every change and leaving comments to explain the
reasoning. Developmental and line edits include an editorial letter delivered with the marked manuscript.
04
The revision and handover.
You review the tracked changes, accept or reject edits, and raise queries. We respond, finalise, and
deliver the clean file. Line and developmental edits include a second revision pass within the fee.
SectionGenres
Every genre, one house.
Editors are matched to projects by genre, not availability. Each editor has
hands-on experience in the genre they edit, not just familiarity with it.
What is the difference between proofreading, line editing, and developmental editing?
Proofreading is a final-pass check for spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors. Line editing works at
the sentence level, improving clarity, rhythm, and voice. Developmental editing is big-picture:
structure,
pacing, character, narrative arc, and argument. Most manuscripts benefit from developmental editing
first,
then line editing, with proofreading as the final pass before publication.
Which level of editing does my manuscript need?
If your manuscript is a first or second draft, developmental editing is usually the right starting
point.
If the structure is sound but the prose feels flat or uneven, line editing is the fit. If the book is
near-final and you simply need a clean error pass before submission or upload, proofreading is the right
choice. We offer a free 10-page sample edit to help you decide.
Do you edit all genres?
Yes. We edit fiction (all major genres), non-fiction, memoir, children's books, business books,
self-help,
and academic texts written for a general audience. Each project is assigned an editor with
subject-matter
experience in the relevant genre.
How long does book editing take?
Proofreading typically takes 5 to 10 business days. Line editing runs 2 to 4 weeks depending on length
and condition of the manuscript. Developmental editing is a 4 to 8 week engagement. All timelines are
confirmed in writing in your proposal before work begins.
Will the editor change my voice?
Never. Our job is to make your voice clearer, not to replace it with ours. Every edit is tracked and
explained in comments so you understand the reasoning. You accept or decline every change. The final
manuscript is yours, written in your voice.
Begin the edit.
A 10-page sample edit at no charge. A fixed-fee proposal in 48 hours. No obligation.
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Knowing timeline and budget up-front means our proposal back to you can be specific, not vague.
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