Editing Services for Independent Professionals and Small Businesses
You’ve got the expertise.
Let’s turn that into trust. And results.
Whether you’re publishing a white paper, polishing your website, or getting your business book over the finish line, I meet you where you are. I offer line editing, copyediting, and editorial feedback tailored to independent professionals and small business writers who want their message to land—with clarity, consistency, and polish.
Together, we’ll make sure your writing reflects your authority and earns your readers’ trust. Whether you’re launching a service, pitching investors, or clarifying your brand voice, we’ll make sure your message resonates—and reflects your goals clearly.
For Indie, Hybrid, or Self-Publishing Authors
Upload prep, formatting, and voice-preserving review.
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What I Offer
Proofreading
Final eyes on your manuscript
before it goes out into the world.
Surface-level corrections
Typos, punctuation errors, and incorrect spacing, fixed so your pages are clean and professional.
Layout and consistency checks
Verify chapter headings, page numbers, and consistent formatting; remove widows/orphans.
Submission-ready polish
Final pass to ensure your manuscript is ready for contests, agents, or independent publication.
Copyediting
Grammar, usage, consistency, and logic checks.
Grammar and mechanics
Correct spelling, punctuation, and grammatical errors throughout.
Style sheet construction
Build and apply a custom style sheet for consistency in spelling, hyphenation, and capitalization.
Continuity and logic
Ensure details, timelines, and facts align from start to finish.
Line Editing
Style, rhythm, and voice—
sentence by sentence.
Sentence flow
Smooth transitions and varied cadence while preserving your voice.
Clarity and tone
Rephrase where needed to improve readability and impact.
Repetition and cliché removal
Identify and adjust overused phrases or predictable wording.
Developmental Editing
Reshape the manuscript at the chapter and section level.
Content structure
Reorganize chapters or sections for logical flow and clarity.
Depth and focus
Recommend where to expand, cut, or reframe material for impact.
Reader connection
Ensure the manuscript delivers on its promise to the intended audience.
Editorial Assessment
A fast, objective read to surface strengths, risks, and next steps.
Big-picture feedback
Focus on structure, strategy, and clarity without line-by-line edits.
Strengths and risks
Identify effective moves and areas for improvement.
Revision roadmap
Get recommendations for what to refine, reframe, or expand.
Humanizing AI-Written Content
Tactical review to humanize, clarify, and build trust in AI-assisted business writing.
First Impressions & Trust Signals
Identify points that feel robotic, vague, or overly inflated. Strengthen warmth, clarity, and credibility on first read.
Logic & Plausibility Check
Evaluate whether claims feel specific, supported, and believable. Flag jargon, missing sources, and too-good-to-be-true phrasing.
Flow & Readability
Identify clunky structure, abrupt pacing, or copy-paste artifacts. Smooth transitions and polish language for a more human voice.
Thought Leadership Blog Editing
Clarity-focused edits for blog posts built on insight, originality, or opinion.
Highlights where momentum lags or plausibility falters.
Where Ideas Stick & Where They Don’t
Flag where your core insight is strongest—and where it gets buried, diluted, or lost in the weeds.
Logic, Flow, and Reader Trust
Pinpoint spots where your post skips steps, makes unclear assumptions, or needs stronger transitions to maintain credibility.
How It Lands with Your Audience
Does the tone sound confident? Accessible? Self-assured, not self-promoting? I’ll help align your voice with how you want to be heard.
Polish & Professionalism Review
Sometimes your draft feels off—but you’re not sure why. I’ll help clarify tone, trim the fluff, and strengthen your message’s credibility.
Not a rewrite, not a funnel. Just sharper, more trustworthy copy.
Tone and Audience Fit
Get help spotting phrasing that sounds too stiff, too casual, or unintentionally off-brand.
Clear Calls to Action
Refine language that invites the reader to act without exaggerating what you’ll deliver.
Copy Credibility Review
Identify spots where jargon, exaggeration, or vague claims may be weakening your authority.
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What to Expect from the Editing Process
Every editing project starts from a base of a clear scope of work including detailed service definitions, so you know exactly what to expect. There will be at least two editorial passes to ensure accuracy, consistency, and flow. For authors seeking a polished, publication-ready manuscript, there may be three or four passes. Along the way, I’ll check in with you to clarify details or confirm revisions before finalizing the work.
If you’re working to a tight budget or deadline, I can adapt the process to balance speed, cost, and quality — without losing the essentials your readers will notice. I can also adjust for fast-turnaround needs or longer-term polish.
My process looks like this:
- You fill out a short intake form. Attach your manuscript or a sample of it, if you like.
- I review your needs and send back an estimate. I might consult with you first if questions come up.
- You either approve the estimate, or we refine it together.
- I send a contract that includes a retainer, a kick-off 30-minute meeting option for you, and a schedule of deliverables and payments.
- You finalize those details and send any further materials, and the project begins!
- You can expect at least one update as work proceeds.
- I send your final deliverables when the project is done, for your approval.
- You get support after approval for any follow-up questions.
Because every manuscript is unique, the ranges below are for guidance only. Each project begins with a tailored estimate and a signed contract—never a one-click purchase.
Rates for Creative Authors
Your project rate is based on the type of service, manuscript length, and the depth of editing required. Below are typical ranges for Creative Author projects. Final estimates are tailored to your manuscript after a short review.
Typical Examples
Proofreading (≈100K): $1,150–$2,000 (standard manuscript).
Copy/Line Edit: quoted after a sample (density and polish vary widely).
Editorial Assessment (10–15 pages): typically $180–$400.
Beta Reading (reader-eye): $250–$600 for up to 100K; complex projects may run higher.
| Service | Scope & Inclusions | Typical Total Range |
|---|---|---|
| Proofreading | Final pre-publication review for lingering typos, punctuation slips, and formatting errors. Not copy/line editing. | $1,150–$2,000 for ~100K words; complex projects may run higher. |
| Copy Editing | Corrects grammar, punctuation, spelling, usage, and consistency; creates style sheet. Voice-preserving line edits. If structural or voice-level issues are the primary need, I’ll recommend Developmental Editing. | $1,500–$2,500 for ~100K words; complex projects may run higher. |
| Line Editing | Refines sentence flow, pacing, and readability while preserving author voice. Deeper sentence/paragraph work; if major re-organization or voice overhaul is needed, I’ll recommend Developmental Editing. | $2,000–$3,500 for ~100K words; complex projects may run higher. |
| Developmental Editing (Nonfiction only) | Strengthens structure, pacing, and tone; aligns manuscript to intended audience and outcomes. | $2,500–$4,500 for ~100K words; complex projects may run higher. |
| Editorial Assessment (Nonfiction only) | Review of a short story, sample chapter, or 10–15 pages with detailed feedback. Memo with priorities and next steps; no in-manuscript edits. | $180–$400 |
| Beta Reading | Reader-eye feedback on clarity, pacing, and engagement; memo covers where momentum lagged and overall impressions. Reader-eye feedback; not a technical edit. | $250-$600 for up to 100K; complex projects may run higher. |
Compare Services:
Standard vs. Enhanced
Every service comes in two package levels — here’s what’s included.
Estimates are project-specific. I’ll review a short sample and scope the work before we start. Most fiction and narrative nonfiction fit Standard or Enhanced packages; heavier fixes (structure/voice) become Developmental Editing.
Services
Standard Package
Enhanced Package
Proofreading
Surface-level correction of typos, grammar, and punctuation. Checks for consistency in style and formatting. Suitable for clean manuscripts ready for submission.
Everything in Standard, plus a second pass for fine-grained consistency (citations, references, cross-checks of formatting). Includes a light polish of flow where clarity is impacted.
Copy Editing
Grammar, punctuation, spelling, usage, and consistency. Style sheet created and applied.
Everything in Standard, plus closer attention to sentence clarity, word choice, and rhythm. More detailed notes to guide revisions.
Line Editing
Sentence-by-sentence refinement for flow, pacing, and readability while preserving your voice.
Everything in Standard, plus detailed guidance on strengthening arguments, voice consistency, and engagement with your intended audience.
Developmental Editing (Nonfiction only)
Review and reshape of structure at chapter/section level. Attention to pacing, organization, and alignment with your purpose.
Everything in Standard, plus closer attention to sentence clarity, word choice, and rhythm. More detailed notes to guide revisions.
Editorial Assessment (Nonfiction only)
A big-picture review of one short story, a sample chapter, or 10–15 pages. Highlights strengths, risks, and next steps.
Everything in Standard, plus a longer memo with more actionable detail on how to revise, and priority guidance for next phases.
Beta Reading
Reader-eye feedback on clarity, pacing, and engagement; memo covering where the story or narrative held attention, where momentum lagged, and overall structural impressions.
Everything in Standard, plus margin comments, expanded notes on credibility (of characters or concepts) and narrative plausibility, plus suggestions for revisions.
Billing: milestone-based—≤2 weeks: 50/50 • 2–8 weeks: 30/40/30 • >8 weeks: milestone or monthly.
Estimates: calculated at 250 words/page; one within-scope revision included within 10 days.
Invoices via HoneyBook; ACH/card accepted.
Add-Ons & Options (on request)
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Plagiarism Report – A third-party scan with a brief note on notable matches (useful for peace of mind before submission). Pairs with: Copy Editing, Line Editing, Proofreading.
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Citation Formatting (APA/MLA/Chicago) – Format and standardize references and in-text citations when a creative work includes sourced material (e.g., memoir). Pairs with: Copy/Line Editing, Proofreading (nonfiction/memoir).
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Source-Audit Summary Memo – A concise memo listing sources checked and outcomes (confirmed/corrected/flagged) with links, separate from manuscript edits. Pairs with: manuscripts that include quotes, facts, or references.
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Rush Turnaround – Accelerated schedule when capacity allows, +30% surcharge. Pairs with: any service.
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First-time / Bulk / Loyalty Discounts – Considered at proposal stage based on scope and schedule. Not guaranteed; just ask.
Add-ons appear as separate line items in your estimate.
I only recommend them when they’re likely to help you reach your goal faster, cleaner, or with less risk.