Proofreading
Proofreading is the last editorial task. Proofreaders correct errors overlooked or created during the editing and design phases. Common tasks include ensuring correct punctuation, spelling, grammar, formatting consistency, and verifying references.
Copyediting
Copy editors work with your manuscript in its nearly final form. The goals are to fix all PUGS (punctuation, usage, grammar, and spelling), revise confusing sentences, and identify additional refinements for author consideration.
Substantive Editing
Substantive editors help authors develop their projects from a concept or draft, plan the organization and features of the project, make suggestions about content and presentation, and suggest additional topics.
Book Review
A book review or manuscript critique is a professional evaluation that provides feedback on a book’s content, structure, clarity, and overall effectiveness. It highlights strengths and identifies areas for improvement to help the author refine their work before publication.
Ghostwriting
Ghostwriting is the process of writing content—such as books, blogs, or memoirs—on behalf of someone else, where the credited author is not the actual writer. For self-published or personal use materials, a ghostwriter helps shape ideas, stories, or expertise into polished, readable text while remaining behind the scenes.
Formatting
Following The Chicago Manual of Style, I will prepare your manuscript for submission to a publisher, or if you are self-publishing, ready for your designer or digital publishing.
Rates for Editing Nonfiction
Every project is unique. These ballpark figures will give you a feel for what to expect. Once I see your manuscript, we can discuss what it needs and tailor the price to match.
| Service | Rate |
| Proofreading | $ .015 per word |
| Copyediting | $ 0.03 per word |
| Substantive | $ 0.05 per word |
| Book Review | $ 0.015 per word |
| Ghostwriting | $ 39.00 per hour |
| Formatting | $ 39.00 per hour |
New authors are often surprised by how much work goes into editing, proofreading, and formatting. I would be happy to walk you through the steps to publishing and suggest approaches that meet your budget.
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Editing and writing inherently involve subjective human elements, rendering absolute perfection unattainable. I commit to diligently identifying and addressing potential issues or inaccuracies, but I can’t guarantee a completely flawless final product.
