Compassionate and effective editing services
You’ve done it. You’ve written your book! It’s a huge accomplishment that many dream of but relatively few achieve. If you’re not sure what to do next, I’m here to help!
Writing a book is no small feat, and getting it ready for publication can feel like a mammoth task. If you want the support of a friend and the expertise of an editor, you came to the right place!
As a writer myself, I understand how close you are to your project and how hard you’ve worked. My goal is to help you fulfill the vision you have for your book. When I’m your editor, I’ll be there to encourage you and give you the feedback your book deserves.
Editing Services
If you’d like a customized quote, please click below and fill out the contact form. I’ll get back to you within 48 hours!
*I offer sample edits! I’ll edit 10 pages of your manuscript for $20, and if you move forward with the service I’ll apply that $20 toward your project total.
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Not sure what your manuscript needs or what to do first? I’ll go through your entire manuscript and give you an editorial letter that outlines big-picture suggestions and feedback that will help form your revision strategy.
Rate range: $0.016 - $0.02 per word
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This type of edit involves the big picture: structure, pacing, flow, consistency, character development, voice, and more. I’ll suggest edits and leave comments on your document, as well as provide an editorial letter that gives you an in-depth explanation of my feedback.
Rate range: $0.021 - $0.036 per word
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Line edits are on the sentence level, so my focus will be on the readability and quality of your prose: word choice, clarity, flow, meaning, and more. It’s all about making sure your works are making the impact you desire. I’ll suggest edits and leave comments right on your document.
Rate range: $0.022 - $0.038 per word
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This is an important step in polishing your manuscript. I’ll thoroughly examine all things technical: punctuation, grammar, spelling, and adherence to the Chicago Manual of Style. I’ll suggest edits and leave comments on the document for your review.
Rate range: $0.016 - $0.021 per word
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The proofread is the final step in the editing process! I’ll comb through and make sure there are no typographical errors or formatting inconsistencies. I take pride in giving you the peace of mind that your book is truly complete and polished.
Rate range: $0.01 - $0.014 per word
Lauren Palmer, author of The France Dance
My career as a writer has spanned eleven years, and through that time, I’ve come to understand how significant having a quality editor on your team is to the work produced. In a somewhat dramatic sense, I would equate this to a surgeon having his favorite professor available in the operating room to guide him through each complicated step of a surgery. I was lucky to have Ashlyn “scrub in” for my debut novel, The France Dance.
For this novel, Ashlyn and I completed two rounds of developmental editing and one round of copy editing. Her edits were easy to understand, smart, didn’t compete or take away from my authentic voice, had quick turn-around times, and came from someone who obviously understood the genre and audience. Ashlyn was not scared to freely speak her thoughts while also working easily with changes I chose not to make. High quality editors have a high understanding of the English language, communication skills both on paper and with the client, are versed in writing trends, and are well-read themselves. Ashlyn has all these qualities and more. I know The France Dance is the best version of itself due to Ashlyn’s knowledge and insight, and for which, I will always be grateful!
