Proofreading & Copy Editing
Professional editing services for non-fiction authors who want their work to shine.
Our Editing Services
Every great book deserves great editing. Our experienced team helps you polish your manuscript to professional standards, ensuring clarity, consistency, and correctness.
Proofreading
Final review for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and formatting errors. Perfect for manuscripts that have already been through content editing.
Copy Editing
In-depth editing for clarity, style, consistency, and flow. We ensure your prose is polished and professional while preserving your voice.
Technical Editing
Specialized editing for academic and technical manuscripts, including mathematical notation, citations, and scientific terminology.
Developmental Feedback
High-level feedback on structure, argumentation, and presentation. Ideal for early drafts that need guidance on direction.
What We Check
- Spelling and grammar
- Punctuation and capitalization
- Sentence structure and clarity
- Word choice and tone consistency
- Paragraph flow and transitions
- Factual accuracy and consistency
- Citation and reference formatting
- Heading hierarchy and structure
- List and table formatting
- Cross-reference accuracy
Pricing
Our hourly rate covers all editing services. Most manuscripts require 1-2 hours per 5,000 words for proofreading, or 2-4 hours for copy editing. We'll provide an estimate after reviewing your sample.
Our Editor
Conna Craig
Lead Editor
Conna is a Harvard graduate with over 10 years of editing experience. She has edited 36 non-fiction books across philosophy, science, business, and psychology. Her meticulous attention to detail and deep understanding of non-fiction writing ensures your manuscript meets the highest standards.
How It Works
- Submit Your Sample: Send us 2,000-5,000 words from your manuscript for a free assessment.
- Receive Your Quote: We'll provide a time estimate and identify key areas that need attention.
- Editing Phase: Our editor works through your manuscript with tracked changes and comments.
- Review & Discussion: You review the edits and we discuss any questions or concerns.
- Final Delivery: You receive the polished manuscript ready for publication.