Editorial Services
Expert Editorial Services
That Transform Manuscripts
Strong writing begins with rigorous editing. Our editorial team works across all fiction and non-fiction genres to help authors find the clearest, most compelling version of their story — at every level from structure to punctuation.
Our Editorial Services
Four Levels of Editorial Care
Each editing type addresses a different dimension of your manuscript. We recommend the right combination after reviewing your work.
Developmental Editing
The deepest level of editorial feedback. Your developmental editor reads your entire manuscript and delivers a detailed report covering structure, pacing, plot logic, character consistency, point of view, thematic coherence, and overall narrative arc. This is the edit that reshapes a good book into a great one.
Line Editing
Working sentence by sentence, your line editor refines voice, improves rhythm, eliminates redundancy, strengthens word choice, and ensures each paragraph does what it needs to do. Line editing preserves your authorial voice while making your prose sing.
Copy Editing
Copy editing focuses on correctness and consistency: grammar, punctuation, spelling, capitalisation, hyphenation, and adherence to your chosen style guide (Chicago, AP, or house style). Your copy editor also flags factual inconsistencies and continuity errors.
Proofreading
The final quality-control pass before publication. Your proofreader checks the formatted, print-ready manuscript for typographical errors, layout issues, widows and orphans, and any errors that slipped through earlier rounds. A clean proofread is your last line of defence against a published typo.
Our Process
How the Editorial Process Works
Manuscript Assessment
We review your manuscript and provide an honest assessment of which editing passes will have the most meaningful impact on your book.
Editor Matching
We match you with an editor who has direct experience in your genre and can connect with your intended audience.
Sample Edit
Receive a complimentary sample edit of up to 1,500 words so you can experience the editor's approach before any commitment.
Full Editorial Pass
Your editor works through the complete manuscript and delivers a detailed editorial letter with tracked changes and margin notes.
Author Revision
You take time to review, respond to, and incorporate the editorial feedback. We're available throughout for questions.
Final Review
A final check-in confirms the manuscript is editorially sound and ready for the next stage — design, formatting, and publication.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between developmental editing and copy editing?
Developmental editing addresses the big picture: structure, pacing, character arcs, thematic coherence, and overall narrative logic. It happens early in the revision process. Copy editing comes later and focuses on sentence-level correctness — grammar, punctuation, consistency, and style. Both are valuable, but serve different stages of manuscript development.
Do I need all four types of editing?
Not always. Many completed manuscripts are well-structured but need only line editing and copy editing. We conduct a complimentary manuscript assessment at the start of your engagement to recommend the editing passes that will have the most impact on your specific manuscript.
Can I request a sample edit before committing?
Yes. We offer a complimentary sample edit of up to 1,500 words so you can experience our editors' style and approach before making any commitment. Request yours during your free consultation.
How long does editing take?
Turnaround depends on manuscript length and the type of editing. A copy edit on a 70,000-word novel typically takes 2–4 weeks. A full developmental edit may take 4–8 weeks, followed by additional time for the author to revise. We always provide a schedule at the start of the project.
Who will edit my book?
Your manuscript is assigned to an editor with genre-specific experience. On Signature and Prestige packages you may request a specific editor subject to availability. All editors are vetted publishing professionals — not freelancers sourced from general platforms.
How many revision rounds are included?
Our Essential editorial package includes one round of edits plus one response round. Signature includes two full editorial passes with response rounds. Prestige includes unlimited revisions until both you and the editor are satisfied with the manuscript.
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