Editing Packages

     Your desire is to create a novel of high quality that you are proud of and resonates with the reader. I’m here to guide you on that journey!  

 

     My goal is this: to help transform your manuscript into the book you’ve always imagined. I will help to embrace and celebrate your voice, vision, and the world you have created while simultaneously keeping the reader in mind by addressing issues that might trip up the reader, and pull them out of your story.

 
     I offer several packages to fit different needs and budgets.  Please review the editing packages below to see which one may be a fit for you! If you are unsure of the level of editing you need or have any questions, please contact me!

Full Copyedit

This editing service includes edit for front and back matter, and comprehensive revisions for content, tone, and style. It ensures consistency, and addresses plot issues. Two rounds of editing are included.

Copyedit

This service offers the same features as the full copyedit but excludes the front and back matter editing, and only includes one round of editing.

Basic Edit

This package refines your manuscript by addressing grammar, spelling, punctuation, and style inconsistencies.  Ensures the accuracy of information through fact-checking.

                                                               For a more detailed list of what each package includes, please see below!

Full Copyedit

What it includes:

  • Edits for front and back matter (not included in word count)
  • Full manuscript edit

First round

  • Reorder sentences for paragraph focus where necessary
  • Remove or flag redundant/distracting material
  • Adjust language/reading level for audience and medium 
  • Maintain consistent tone, style, and formality
  • Only where necessary rewrite for clarity/connections in line with the material’s style.
  • Flag minor plot inconsistencies
  • Simplify jargon, retaining technical terms.
  • Fact-check/research for manuscript development.
  • Verify adherence to style guide and dictionary
  • Suggest dialogue adjustments for character consistency in fiction.
  • Eliminate wordiness and repetition
  • Address minor point of view and head hopping issues. 
  • Suggest adjustments to minor plot inconsistencies. 
  • Address grammar, spelling, punctuation, style inconsistency issues
  • Editorial report on writing strengths and areas for growth
  • Style sheet

Second round

  • Manuscript will then be returned to author to review suggestions and make revisions as needed
  • Manuscript is then sent back to editor, and second and final round of editing is completed
  • This round focuses on mechanical concerns such as spelling, grammar, and clarity
  • Ensures consistency of punctuation, capitalization and other style concerns during this last round

Copyedit

What it includes:

  • Reorder sentences for paragraph focus where necessary. 
  • Remove or flag redundant/distracting material
  • Adjust language/reading level for audience and medium. 
  • Maintain consistent tone, style, and formality
  • Only where necessary rewrite for clarity/connections in line with the material’s style
  • Flag minor plot inconsistencies
  • Simplify jargon, retaining technical terms
  • Fact-check/research for manuscript development
  • Verify adherence to style guide and dictionary
  • Suggest dialogue adjustments for character consistency in fiction
  • Eliminate wordiness and repetition
  • Address minor point of view and head-hopping issues 
  • Suggest adjustments to minor plot inconsistencies
  • Address grammar, spelling, punctuation, and style inconsistency issues
  • Editorial report on writing strengths and areas for growth
  • Style sheet

Basic Edit

What it includes:

  • Address grammar, spelling, punctuation, and style inconsistency issues.
  • Fact-checking information for accuracy.
  • Style sheet