Editing

This is where most authors need support. We’ve got expert editorial skill, a passion for the process, and the almighty patience to take your work all the way from rough to polished.

Over a million words worked out.

“A draft rarely needs rescuing. It needs disciplined attention, the restraint to remove what does not belong, and a trained eye that knows what to keep.”

We edit your book in four logical, proven phases

  • Developmental Editing

    Developmental editing is the first stage we look at together. We focus on how the book is structured, both from a logical and creative perspective, and identify any gaps in understanding or communication.

  • Narrative Editing

    Narrative editing is where we get into the language and content of your story. We examine each chapter, paragraph, and line from both a wide and micro lens to find a consistent narrative rhythm, style, and tone.

  • Line Editing

    Line editing comes last, when plot holes have been filled and structure is locked. This is where we delicately and thoroughly groom your manuscript with a fine-tooth comb, giving attention to every single word and punctuation mark.

  • Proofreading

    Proofreading is the very, very last step before a manuscript is locked and sent to pre-publication. We offer proofreading for manuscripts that are both formatted and unformatted.

Not sure if your book is ready for a professional edit yet? Save time and money* by booking a Manuscript Review.

*manuscripts we’ve reviewed receive 10% off our professional Editing services.

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Editing FAQ.

  • $5,000 — for a manuscript up to 50,000 words.

    Complexity adjustments:

    • +$1,500 → 50k–65k words

    • +$3,000 → 65k–85k words

    • +$5,000 → 85k–100k+ words

  • Most editing projects are completed in 3–6 weeks depending on manuscript length and complexity, with structured checkpoints throughout the process.

  • We take on the heavy lifting of the editing process. Your job as the writer is to review our feedback in a timely manner and incorporate any notes we ask of you.

  • Nope, we keep it old school and review your manuscripts with human eyes and hands only.

  • You’re ready for editing if your manuscript is complete and you are open to receiving and implementing feedback.

Send us your messy draft. We’ll have it behaving like a finished book in no time.

Submit Your Book for Editing