Free Consultation
If you're interested in working with me as your editor, I request that you please send me either the first chapter or the first five pages of your manuscript.
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This test edit serves two purposes:
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I will be able to provide suggestions on what type of editing may be needed and can see where you are at in the writing process
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You will have a clear expectation type of feedback to expect.
Blurb Editing
There are two main selling points that are responsible for drawing in an audience: your book cover and your blurb. If a reader is attracted to your cover they may rely on your blurb to seal the deal when it comes to making that final purchase. If you need help ensuring your blurb covers the key parts of your story and entices readers, this is the edit for you.​
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A blurb edit will eliminate the following:
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Spelling, grammar, and tense errors
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Repetitive words or phrases
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Irrelevant information
Proofreading
Do you need a second set of eyes to review your manuscript one final time before publishing? If your manuscript is close to finished or has already been reviewed by an editor and/or beta readers, you're ready for a proofread. A proofread will also include a blurb edit. ​
Proofreading will focus on and eliminate the following:
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Spelling, grammar and tense errors
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Typos missed during a line edit
Content Editing
If you've just typed "The End" and are finished with the first draft of your manuscript then you're ready for content editing. Content editing is a thorough, big picture review of your story and is not meant to identify grammar and spelling issues.
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Content editing focuses on the following:
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Plot Point(s) of view
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Pacing
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Chapter placement
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Characterization
Line Editing
A line edit is the most thorough, detailed edit your manuscript can receive because it focuses on how you tell your story. It addresses writing style, creative content, and language use at the sentence and paragraph level. In the event of multiple rewrites or edits this comprehensive edit will ensure your story stays consistent and smooth. This process may point out any inconsistencies, unnatural phrasing, and tense shifts. In addition, dialogue will be tightened via the removal of words or phrases that are superfluous.
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Line editing focuses on the following:
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Spelling and grammar
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Syntax
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Plot/story details
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Overall flow of the story
Complete Package
Are you looking for a full-service editing package? If so, this is the package for you as it will be the best deal. ​
The complete package includes:
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Blurb creation assistance (if needed)
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Blurb edit
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Teaser edit(s)
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Proofread Content edit
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Line edit