Proofreading

I’ll correct errors in grammar, spelling, syntax, and usage—which may be missed by even the best proofreading software! For formatted work such as PowerPoint decks, websites, resumes, and PDFs, I’ll also note any formatting issues. 

Regular Rate (one-week maximum turnaround): .006/word (1000 words = $6)

For work on pieces containing less than 4000 words, a minimum charge of $20 will apply.  

Rush Rate (turnaround times below): .012/word (1000 words = $12)

1-day turnaround: less than 10,000 words 
2-day turnaround: 10,000 – 20,000 words
3-day turnaround: 20,001 – 100,000 words
4-day turnaround: 100,001 – 200,000 words

For work on rush rate pieces containing less than 4000 words, a minimum charge of $24 will apply.  

Do you need proofreading now? Please fill out the contact form and I’ll get back to you soon!

Copy Editing

With copy editing, sometimes known as line editing, I’ll make your writing crystal-clear. I’ll fix confusing or awkward sentences, abrupt transitions, overused words and phrases, imprecise word choices, repeated sentence patterns, and more. Full proofreading is included in copy editing! 

Copy editing does not include content editing, such as improving the pacing or character motivation in a story, evaluating taglines in an advertising deck, and so on.

Regular Rate (one-week maximum turnaround): .012/word (1000 words = $12)

For work on pieces containing less than 4000 words, a minimum charge of $48 will apply.  

Rush Rate (turnaround times below): .02/word (1000 words = $20)

For work on rush rate pieces that contain less than 4000 words, a minimum charge of $60 will apply.

1-day turnaround: less than 10,000 words
2-day turnaround: 10,000 – 20,000 words
3-day turnaround: 20,001 – 100,000 words
4-day turnaround: 100,001 – 200,000 words

Do you need copy editing now? Please go to the contact form and answer a few questions so we can begin.

Developmental Editing

I’ll review a draft of your novel, nonfiction book, or screenplay and give you detailed feedback, pointing out the strengths of the work as well as opportunities to make it even better. For storytelling, I’ll help you close up plot holes, fix the pacing, improve character arcs and dialogue, and more. For nonfiction projects, I’ll help you with organization, theme development, and strategies to keep your audience engaged.

Regular Rate (one-week maximum turnaround): .012/word (1000 words = $12)

For work on rush rate pieces containing less than 4000 words, a minimum charge of $48 will apply. 

Rush Rate (turnaround times below): .02/word (1000 words = $20)

1-day turnaround: less than 10,000 words 
2-day turnaround: 10,000 – 20,000 words
3-day turnaround: 20,001 – 100,000 words
4-day turnaround: 100,001 – 200,000 words

For work on pieces containing less than 4000 words, a minimum charge of $60 will apply.  

Do you need developmental editing now? Go to the contact form and answer a few questions, and we’ll get started!