Non-Fiction Editing
Structural Editing
Sometimes referred to as developmental editing, structural editing is the first step in the editing journey; it is focused on the bigger picture. Here, I’ll suggest changes to enhance the structure and flow of your work, helping you meet the needs of your audience, medium, and purpose. Please contact me if you’d like to discuss a substantive edit that combines structural and stylistic editing.
Rate: Starting at $0.04/word
Stylistic Editing
Once the structure of your manuscript is finalized, it’s time to refine the language. Here, I’ll examine your work at the paragraph and sentence level, suggesting changes that will increase clarity, coherence, and flow. Stylistic editing also includes an examination of visual elements, supplementary text, and titles, headings, and subheadings.
Rate: Starting at $0.04/word
Copy Editing
A copy edit is an opportunity to look at the nitty, gritty details of your work. I’ll correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling, ensure your document is consistent, and query word usage. If information is missing or inaccurate, I’ll let you know, but specialist fact-checking—verifying information that is not readily accessible—is not included in this service.
Rate: Starting at $0.03/word
Proofreading
Proofreading entails a thorough review of your document in its final format. It’s the last step before publication. Whether you’ve authored a book, a report, or website copy, I’ll compare your formatted document against your most recent draft, ensuring that all changes have been incorporated before your audience gets a hold of your work.
Rate: Starting at $0.02/word