Developmental editing
The big picture: structure, pacing, plot or argument, and what to cut or add. Best for first drafts.
Which edit do you need?
Three levels of editing, for every stage of your manuscript.
Copyediting & line editing
Sentence by sentence: clarity, flow, word choice and consistency — without changing your voice.
Proofreading
The final check for typos, grammar and formatting errors before your book goes to print.
Complete editing package
All three levels in the right order, with one editor overseeing the whole process.
How editing works
A clear, predictable editing process.
Most manuscripts are fully edited in 3–6 weeks, depending on length and the level of editing.
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Free sample edit
Day 1–3Send us your first pages. We edit them for free so you can see the quality before you commit.
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Editor matched to you
Week 1We pair you with an editor who specializes in your genre and agree a written schedule.
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First full edit
Weeks 1–4Your editor works through the manuscript using tracked changes and margin notes.
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Your review & questions
Week 4–5Accept or reject every change. Your editor joins a call to talk through anything.
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Final polish
Week 5–6A clean, final file — ready for formatting, design and publishing.
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Book editing FAQ
Questions authors ask us most.
Still unsure? A specialist will answer anything on a free call.
How much does book editing cost?
It depends on your word count and the level of editing your manuscript needs. We start with a free sample edit, then send a written, itemized quote before any work begins.
Which type of editing do I need?
If you're unsure whether the story or structure works, start with developmental editing. If the structure is solid, copyediting polishes the writing. Proofreading is the final check before publishing. Our free sample edit helps you decide.
Will editing change my voice?
No. Good editing makes you sound more like yourself. Every change is tracked so you can accept or reject it.
How long does editing take?
Most manuscripts are edited in 3–6 weeks. Rush editing is available for an additional fee.
Do you edit fiction and nonfiction?
Yes. We match you with an editor who specializes in your genre — memoir, business, self-help, fiction, children's books and more.
Is my manuscript kept confidential?
Always. Your manuscript is shared only with your editor and project manager, and we're happy to sign an NDA.