Copy Editing
Copy editing is a highly technical process that deals with the nitty-gritty aspects of your writing in order to perfect and polish it. It goes beyond the elements of basic proofreading to
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Correct faulty spelling, grammar, and punctuation
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Correct minor to moderate issues with syntax and sentence structure
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Fix incorrect word usage
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Ensure consistency in spelling, hyphenation, numerals, and capitalization
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Correct problems with parallel structure
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Flag incorrect vocabulary, sayings, and figures of speech
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Track minor to moderate continuity of plot, setting, and character traits
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Highlight ambiguous or incorrect statements
All suggested edits are made using the Track Changes feature in Microsoft Word.
Pricing Information: $.01 per word for a two-pass edit (copy edit + proofread)
Please submit your manuscript for an accurate price quote. If the full manuscript is not yet available, you may send a sample. Complimentary sample edits are available upon request.