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Book Manuscripts Pricing

Packages are priced attractively to suit your editing and proofreading needs. 

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Developmental Editing (Evolutionary Refinement)
Developmental editing includes 2-3 meticulous editing passes. This intricate process scrutinizes the overarching narrative, delving into aspects such as evaluating and supporting world-building, assessment of characters, plot holes and intricacies, dialogue dynamics, flow and continuity, and the essence of the backdrop. Turnaround period: 7-8 weeks, contingent upon the manuscript's length.
 
 Developmental Editing Pricing: 

   Offered at $10.00 per 1,000 words (equivalent to $0.01 per word). Minimum price fixed at $130.​

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Full Developmental and Full Line Editing Package
Elevate your manuscript with the comprehensive Developmental and Full Line Editing Package. This inclusive bundle features two full rounds of editing. The initial phase incorporates developmental edits intertwined with subtle line edits throughout. Following the author's revisions, the second phase - a dedicated line edit is performed. Expect the process to unfold over 8-12 weeks, contingent upon the manuscript's length and the scope of necessary edits.
 
The cost may be divided into either two or four payments, aligning with the author's preferences and requirements. If the word count undergoes a shift of 500 words or more, a re-evaluation of the pricing is done for the second round of editing.

Full Developmental and Full Line Editing Pricing:


Offered at $15.50 per 1,000 words (equivalent to $0.0155 per word)
 
Precision Line Enhancement
Immerse your manuscript in the transformative realm of line editing. With 2-3 meticulous editing passes, this service offers a granular examination, addressing run-on sentences, plot intricacies, flow and continuity nuances, repetitiveness, and word choice. The turnaround time spans 5-6 weeks, contingent upon the manuscript's length.


Line Editing Pricing:

Secure this service at $7.00 per 1,000 words (equivalent to $0.007 per word), with a minimum charge set at $110.
 

Synchronized Line and Copy Refinement Package
This package seamlessly integrates full line editing with comprehensive copy editing services. Anticipate the process to unfold over 6-8 weeks, contingent upon the manuscript's length.

 

Complete Line and Copy Editing Package Pricing:

Experience this dual refinement at $12.00 per 1,000 words (equivalent to $0.012 per word).
 

Meticulous Copy Enhancement
Elevate your manuscript's clarity with our copy editing services. Includes 2-3 editing passes addressing spelling, grammar, punctuation, clarity, continuity, inconsistencies, word usage, repetitiveness, grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors. The turnaround time spans 3-4 weeks, contingent upon the manuscript's length.

 

Copy Editing Pricing:

Embrace this service at $7.75 per 1,000 words (equivalent to $0.0075 per word), with a minimum charge fixed at $100.
 

Copy Editing plus Light Line Edit: 

This service is available at $7.25 per 1,000 words (equivalent to $0.0072 per word).
 

Ultimate Quality Assured Proofreading 
Proofreading services ensure a meticulous review of the final manuscript prior to formatting. Identifies and fixes minor issues overlooked in prior edits, including continuity, flow, inconsistencies and spelling, punctuation, and capitalization errors. The turnaround time spans 2-3 weeks, contingent upon the manuscript's length.

 

Proofreading Pricing:

Secure this service at $3.50 per 1,000 words (equivalent to $0.0035 per word), with a minimum charge set at $60.
 

Additional Formatted Document Review:

For an extra fee of $27, entrust us with a second pair of eyes to verify the formatted document, safeguarding against unintended alterations during formatting.
 

Refined Composition and Ultimate Assurance
Choose the Light Copy Edit plus Final Proofreading services for a meticulous review pre-formatting. Ideal for well-polished manuscripts requiring minor fixes and proofreading, poised for imminent printing. The turnaround time spans 3-4 weeks, contingent upon the manuscript's length.

 

Light Copy Edit plus Final Proofreading Pricing:

This comprehensive service is available at $5.00 per 1,000 words

(equivalent to $0.005 per word).
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Exclusive Discounts Await
When you are satisfied with the quality of the service, come again for more helpings and receive enticing discounts. Revisit the same manuscript and enjoy a 25% discount on additional services following the initial edit. Embark on a new manuscript editing journey and enjoy a 10% discount on any service.

 

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Ready to obtain a quote? To complete an inquiry form, click here.
A 50% upfront deposit is required, with the remaining 50% due upon completion of the edited manuscript. Tailored payment plans are available upon request.

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Have questions? Send email to donna@smoothedits.org 

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