How Wandering Worlds Works With Clients

Editing and formatting shouldn’t feel like you’re handing over your baby and hoping for the best. We want to work with you, not just on your book. That’s why we offer a personalized and supportive experience, guiding you through every step of the process with transparency and care.

We approach every project with four core principles:

Transparency: We’re open and honest about our capabilities, pricing, timelines, and process. Our contracts are simple and easy to understand, and there are no hidden fees or unexpected costs. Plus, if we can’t meet your specific needs, we’ll let you know upfront and recommend other professionals.
Collaboration Over Correction: We see editing and formatting as a partnership, not a one-sided process. We’ll explain our suggestions clearly, actively listen to your feedback, and work together to refine your manuscript.
A Reader-First Mindset: While we’re here to serve you as the author, we also keep your readers in mind at every step. Does your story flow seamlessly? Will readers connect with your characters? Is the pacing engaging? We help you find the sweet spot between your voice and what will truly connect with your readers.
Quality Without Compromise: We’re dedicated to delivering the highest quality work on every project, no matter the length, complexity, or budget.

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1. Tell us about your project

Start by filling out our contact form. Tell us a bit about your book: its title, genre, length, and any specific editing or formatting needs you have. Within 24 business hours, we’ll review your request and get back to you with a personalized quote. This quote will include the estimated project timeline and a detailed breakdown of services. We’ll also address any questions you have about the process and our services.

Want to see first how we can help polish your prose? Send us a sample chapter or a few pages of your manuscript. We’ll return it to you within 3 business days with our edits and a brief explanation of the changes we’ve made.

2. Make it official

Once you’re happy with the quote, we’ll send over a simple contract. This contract will outline the following:

Scope of work: Specific editing and formatting services (e.g., manuscript critique, line editing, cover design, ebook formatting).
Project timeline: Firm deadlines for each stage (e.g., editing completion, formatting completion, final delivery).
Payment terms: Flexible options, including installment plans.
Revision policy: Number of revisions included and the timeframe.
Copyright protection: Confirmation of your copyright ownership and our commitment to using your work solely for the agreed-upon services.
AI policy: Statement confirming our commitment to not using AI in the editing process.

3. Enjoy our expertise

After you’ve signed the contract and made your first payment, your editor will start reviewing your manuscript. For formatting, we usually start after the editing is finished, but we can also work on it alongside the edits if that makes more sense for your project.

Keep in mind that timelines can vary depending on the length and complexity of your manuscript. However, we’re always available to answer your questions via email. In addition, clients of our developmental editing service can schedule a brief call with their editor to discuss their manuscript in more depth.

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4. Final touches and delivery

Once the editing and formatting are complete, you’ll receive your final manuscript in the agreed-upon formats (e.g., Word document, PDF, EPUB). If you chose to pay in installments, you’ll need to make the final payment at this stage. You’ll also have a two-week window to request a round of revisions at no extra cost.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know which editing service is right for me?

Developmental editing is ideal if you need help with big-picture issues like plot, character development, and pacing. Line editing focuses on improving sentence structure and enhancing clarity. Copy editing addresses grammar, punctuation, and style, while proofreading is the final check for any remaining errors.

You’ll find detailed explanations of each service in our “Types of Editing” article.

How much do your services cost?

Unlike other editing services, we offer tiered packages with a fixed price for manuscripts up to 30,000 words. If your manuscript exceeds 30,000 words, you get discounted rates per word.

We also offer an Author’s Starter Pack for first-time authors. For detailed pricing and package information, please visit our pricing page.

Do you offer any discounts?

We offer a 15% discount for all new clients as a welcome bonus. Additionally, you can receive a 10% discount when you book multiple services. These discounts can be combined for greater savings.

Can I see a sample of your editing work before booking a project?

Due to client confidentiality, we can’t provide samples of specific editing projects. However, you can explore our Editing Portfolio and Formatting Portfolio to see examples of our work.

To get a feel for our editing style, you can also request a free 1,000-word sample edit through our contact form.

Can I provide specific instructions or guidelines for my editor?

Absolutely! In our contact form, you can let us know about any special requests you have, such as preferred style, areas of concern, or anything unique about your manuscript. We’ll keep these in mind when we’re putting together your personalized quote.

What is your cancellation policy?

We understand that things come up, and we’re happy to work with you if you need to make changes to your project. However, we’re unable to offer refunds. For projects over $600, we request a 50% non-refundable deposit. If you need to pause the project, we can work with you to reschedule or explore other options, such as adjusting the scope of the work.