I offer a variety of editing services: manuscript evaluation, content and line editing, copyediting, and proofreading. I also offer formatting, book (interior) design, transcription, and digital conversion of your handwritten manuscript. I can serve as a project manager or publishing consultant to guide you through all the steps and take care of the details from beginning to end.

Because there are different levels of editing, I need to see at least 100 pages of your manuscript, if not the whole thing. I will select 600 to 1,000 words and prepare a sample edit. I’ll return the sample with a recommendation for the level of editing needed and an estimate of the cost and time needed.

If the proposal exceeds your budget but you like what you see in the sample and you want to work with me, we can discuss options for either a lighter edit or a long-term working relationship to make your book the best it can be.

Use the table below to get an idea of how to budget for your project. To get an accurate page count, divide your word count by 250 (the industry standard for words on a double-spaced page with 1-inch margins). Your manuscript in Word might be 225 pages and 88,000 words, but based on the industry standard, 88,000 words is more like 350 pages.

As your editing partner, I will work with you to make your sentences clear, concise, and correct, your language consistent, and your narrative more compelling.

As your publishing partner, I will make sure your POD or ebook looks professional.