Professional Editing and Formatting for Your Indie Book
Developmental Editing
/ 01Developmental editing focuses on the big-picture elements of your story, including structure, pacing, character development, and overall flow. Our goal is to help you shape your narrative into a compelling and cohesive piece that resonates with your readers.
In-depth analysis of plot and structure
Character development and consistency checks
Pacing and flow recommendations
Suggestions for enhancing themes and messages
The developmental editing process usually takes about 4 to 8 weeks. We’ll work closely together, so it'll also depend on how long it takes you to make revisions.
Copy Editing
/ 02Copy editing is designed to catch those pesky mistakes that can slip through during writing. We focus on grammar, punctuation, spelling, and overall style to ensure your manuscript is clear, consistent, and error-free.
Depending on the length of your manuscript, copy editing takes about 1 to 3 weeks. We include one round of revisions to ensure everything is just right.
Line Editing
/ 03Line editing is all about fine-tuning your manuscript at the sentence level. We look at word choice, sentence structure, and overall readability, helping to improve your writing while keeping it true to your style.
Adjustments in sentence structure and rhythm
Clarifications for better understanding
Attention to tone and voice consistency
Recommendations for more impactful word choices
The line editing process can take anywhere from 2 to 4 weeks, depending on the length of your manuscript. If multiple rounds/drafts are involved (we include up to three), it'll take longer.
Proofreading
/ 04Proofreading is the final step in getting your manuscript ready for publication. We'll comb through your work to catch those last-minute errors and ensure everything is polished to perfection.
Corrections for punctuation and formatting inconsistencies
Thorough checks for spelling and grammar errors
Final review of layout and presentation
Suggestions for any last-minute tweaks
Proofreading is done once and typically takes between 1 and 2 weeks, depending on the length of your manuscript.
A manuscript critique is designed to give you insights that can help you strengthen your story and make it even more engaging for readers. It's an in-depth analysis of your manuscript, focusing on elements like plot development, character arcs, pacing, and overall structure.
The critique process takes about 3 to 5 weeks, depending on the length of your manuscript. You’ll receive a comprehensive report with our observations and suggestions, giving you a clear roadmap for revisions.
Book Formatting
/ 06Book formatting is essential for making your manuscript look professional and ready for publication. We take your final draft and prepare it for both print and digital formats, ensuring that it meets industry standards.
Formatting for print and eBook versions
Consistent font styles and sizes
Proper margin and spacing adjustments
Creation of a table of contents and chapter headings
The formatting process typically takes about 1 to 2 weeks, depending on the complexity of your manuscript. We include two rounds of revisions.
Manuscript Critique
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