Editing and Proofreading
for Self-Help and Business Authors
New for fall 2021: Developmental and Line Editing are now on the menu! More information about these services is forthcoming. In the meantime, below you will find more information about copyediting and proofreading.
Are you wondering what copyediting and proofreading entail? Check out my handy chart below!
Remember, copyediting and proofreading are 2 distinct editorial passes. I do not provide copyediting and proofreading services in 1 edit. For more information, check out my rates below.
The Difference
Many authors struggle to edit and proofread their own work. I get it—it’s hard to spot your own mistakes!
Maybe you don’t know how to edit and proofread.
Maybe you don’t have time.
Maybe you just don’t want to.
I can save you time and provide peace of mind. Outsource your editing and proofreading to me so that you can get back to focusing on doing the things that really move the needle in your business.
I strive to make your life easier with my services. One of my favorite parts about what I do is helping my clients to develop their own style guide. Don’t care about AP style or CMOS? No problem! Let’s refine your style so it suits you, then develop a guide to share with all of your collaborators. Future books are written more efficiently when everyone is on the same page with your house style guide!
Want to get to know me better? Check out my About page!
The Results
What do you gain by working with me? The 3 Cs of my results for your writing are clarity, consistency, and credibility.
Clarity
You'll benefit from having a second pair of eyes read over your work for logic and clarity of ideas. Reword confusing sentences and make sure your message is clear to your readers.
Consistency
Strengthen your brand by adhering to a style guide. Just like your business's consistent aesthetic branding, your words need consistency, too. I'll make sure your writing stays on track.
Credibility
The total absence of typos and errors is a huge trust signal to readers. It makes you look professional and gives credibility to your brand and ideas. Clients will buy if they perceive you as trustworthy and credible.
Be sure to check out my Portfolio page for some great examples of client-specific results!
The Process
What happens when you get in touch with me?
My Turnaround
Per 10,000 words:
- Developmental editing in 16 business days
- Line editing in 8 business days
- Copyediting in 4 business days
- Proofreading in 2 business days
Please bear in mind that these are estimates to give you an idea of the deadlines I usually work toward. Each project will require a custom turnaround quote. If you need a rush job, a surcharge may apply.
My Rates
Per-word rates are given in USD.
The below are starting rates to give you an idea of what I charge on a typical manuscript. As a friendly reminder, all projects require a personalized quote. To obtain a free quote, please contact me.
- Developmental editing starting at $0.05 per word (1 edit)
- Line editing starting at $0.04 per word (1 edit)
- Copyediting starting at $0.03 per word (1 edit)
- Proofreading starting at $0.02 per word (1 edit)
A surcharge may apply for rush jobs.
My Guarantee
Wondering if we’re a good fit?
Send me a 1000-word sample of your writing or project outline, and I’ll send you my annotations for free!
Let's make it happen!
Head on over to my Contact page for some recommendations of what to include in your inquiry.