Writers possess unparalleled talent, embodying the essence of artists and creators. Their literary works become an integral part of their extended family. Every author aspires for their book family to radiate excellence, and this is precisely where editors play a pivotal role. My expertise lies in taking the creative works of others and elevating them to brilliance. My objective is to provide the highest level of expertise to take your manuscript the highest level possible.

Developmental Editing

Developmental editing zooms in on the overarching narrative, offering a comprehensive analysis to:

• Scrutinize the story's structure

• Identify and address plot holes

• Evaluate and enhance world-building

• Ensure style and content continuity

• Provide constructive feedback on characters, setting, and dialogue for an overall improvement in story quality

Turnaround time: 7 to 8 weeks, contingent on the manuscript's length.

Full Developmental and Full Line Editing Package

This comprehensive package combines full developmental editing and full line editing services, encompassing two complete rounds of editing. The initial round involves developmental edits intertwined with some light line edits. Following the author's revisions, a subsequent round focuses solely on line editing.

Turnaround time: 8-12 weeks, depending on manuscript length and the extent of editing required.

Line Editing

Line editing, as the title suggests, entails a meticulous structural edit to assess and refine:

• Tone and voice of the manuscript

• Rearrangement of sections for cohesiveness and readability

• Identification and removal of any repetitions both textual and sectional

• Suggestions for areas requiring additional editing or revision are made to the author

Turnaround time: 5 to 6 weeks, contingent on the manuscript's length.

Full Line Editing and Full Copy Editing Package

This comprehensive package includes full line and copy editing services. Refer to the respective sections for detailed information.

Turnaround time: 6 to 8 weeks, depending on manuscript length.

Copy Editing

Reserved for when your manuscript is near completion, copy editing serves as the final meticulous edit before submission to the publisher. This service includes 2-3 editing passes, evaluating the manuscript for:

• Clarity

• Continuity

• Variations/contradictions/inconsistencies

• Semantics (including word usage and repetitiveness)

• Errors in spelling, grammar, and punctuation 

Turnaround time: 3 to 4 weeks, contingent on the manuscript's length.

+++Combined package of Copy Editing plus Light Line Editing is available upon request.+++

Final Proofreading

Scheduled just before your manuscript goes to print, final proofreading involves two to three editing passes of the final draft. It focuses on minor issues overlooked in previous edits, including:

• Basic errors in spelling, punctuation, capitalization, etc.

• Inconsistencies

• Continuity and flow

Turnaround time: 2 to 3 weeks, contingent on the manuscript's length.

Light Copy Edit plus Final Proofreading

This service combines light copy editing with proofreading, offering notes on clarity, word usage, repetitiveness, and making minor changes. Ideal for well-polished manuscripts needing minimal fixes and proofreading, and almost ready for printing.

Turnaround time: 3 to 4 weeks, contingent on the manuscript's length.

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