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Make Every Page of Your Book Its Best
Clear, kind, professional editing that makes every page its best. We start by reading your whole manuscript, then recommend only the editing it needs. Every change is explained, and the final decision is always yours.
Where every project begins
It Starts With a Manuscript Review
Our team reads it and sends a written plan with the edits we recommend, a timeline, and a price. Nothing starts until you say yes.
- An honest view of what is already working
- The edits we recommend, in order of priority
- A timeline and a price, in writing
- No obligation to go ahead
See an Edit in Action
A line edit tightens your sentences without changing what you mean. Switch between the views to see what changes.
An illustrative example written for this page.
The morning deleted: that I left homeadded: , deleted: it was raining very hard and my mother, she added: rain was falling hard. My mother stood at the dooradded: , waving. I didn’t look backdeleted: becauseadded: ; I knew if I didadded: , I would deleted: of added: have stayed.
Editor’s note: Consider ending the chapter here. The picture of your mother at the door is strong enough to carry it.
Which Kind of Editing Does Your Book Need?
Editing works in layers, from the big picture down to the smallest detail. Most manuscripts need some of these, rarely all. Your review tells you which.
[OWNER: confirm which levels of editing you offer]
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Manuscript review
- Looks at
- The book as a whole: strengths, structure, and what to improve first
- When it helps
- Before deciding what to do next
- You receive
- A written plan with priorities
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Developmental editing
- Looks at
- Structure, pacing, argument or plot, and characters
- When it helps
- After a complete draft
- You receive
- Detailed notes and margin comments
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Line editing
- Looks at
- Sentences and paragraphs: clarity, rhythm, and tone
- When it helps
- When the structure is settled
- You receive
- Tracked changes and comments
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Copyediting
- Looks at
- Grammar, spelling, punctuation, and consistency
- When it helps
- When the content is final
- You receive
- Tracked changes and a style sheet
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Proofreading
- Looks at
- Remaining typos and layout errors on the designed pages
- When it helps
- As the last check before publishing
- You receive
- Marked corrections on the proof
How Editing Works
Clear steps, and your approval at each one.
Step 1: Share your manuscript
Send your manuscript with a few notes about your goals and any worries.
Step 2: We review it
Our team reads it and writes a plan with the edits we recommend, a timeline, and a price.
Step 3: You say yes
Nothing starts until you approve the plan.
Step 4: The edit
Your editor works through the manuscript, tracking every change and explaining bigger suggestions.
Step 5: Your final review
You review the edit at your own pace and ask about anything that is not clear.
Editing helps if you are
- A first-time author who wants to know what your draft needs
- Getting ready to publish and want a professional finish
- Writing nonfiction and need ideas explained clearly
- Unsure whether your manuscript is ready
Before You Send Your Manuscript
A little preparation helps your editor focus on what matters most. None of this is required, but it helps.
Read the full guide- Finish the whole draft first
- Let it rest, then read it through once
- Send one Microsoft Word file (.docx)
- Use a plain font and double spacing
- Add a short note about your goals and worries
- Tell us about any dates that matter
Editing Questions
See all questionsNo. Most of our clients send us a first or second draft. Our editors improve it with you before we publish.
No. We improve your manuscript without changing who you are. Every change is tracked and explained, and you decide what to keep.
Yes. Your manuscript is edited by human professionals. [OWNER: confirm]
A Microsoft Word file (.docx) is easiest, because editors use tracked changes and comments. If your manuscript is in another format, tell us and we will help. [OWNER: confirm how authors send manuscript files]
It depends on the length of your manuscript and the kind of editing it needs. Your written plan includes a timeline before any work starts.
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