Summary of offerings

Line editing ensures your manuscript is clear, consistent, and effective on a paragraph and sentence level. The focus is more on craft and readability than mechanics.

With this option, you get two thorough rounds of line editing, an in-depth editorial letter and style sheet, and a virtual knapsack of all files.

$25 for every 1,000 words

This comprehensive copyedit is best for projects that need more attention due to their complexity, detail, or style.

You get two thorough rounds of copyediting, an in-depth editorial letter and style sheet, and a virtual knapsack of all files.

$20 for every 1,000 words

This option offers lighter copyedits at a reduced cost. I fix errors, address inconsistencies, and follow Chicago style guidelines.

You get two rounds of copyediting, an editorial letter and style sheet, and a virtual knapsack of all files.

$15 for every 1,000 words

At the proofreading stage, I carefully review your manuscript for any remaining typos or minor inconsistencies.

You get one round of proofreading, a brief letter, an updated style sheet, and a virtual knapsack of all files.

*This service is only available for fully edited manuscripts.

$10 for every 1,000 words

If your draft isn’t quite ready for editing, this option offers my response as a reader. I leave comments in the margins without making any changes to the text.

You get marginal notes, a summary letter, and a virtual knapsack of all files.

$2 for every 1,000 words

This option is for writers who want a peek into the editing process but can’t commit to a full edit just yet. It also works for writers preparing sample pages for potential agents.

You get detailed feedback on your opening chapter, suggested edits, and a starter style sheet.

$15 for every 1,000 words