What’s Included in My Editing Services

Hiring an editor can feel intimidating—especially if you’re not sure what you’re actually paying for. My goal is to make the process clear, collaborative, and supportive, so you know exactly what to expect before we begin.

Below is a breakdown of what’s included when you work with me.

Copyediting

Copyediting focuses on clarity, correctness, and consistency—while preserving your unique voice.

What I Check and Correct:

  • Grammar, spelling, and punctuation

  • Sentence clarity and readability

  • Awkward phrasing and wordiness

  • Consistency in names, timelines, and details

  • Repeated words or phrases

  • Dialogue punctuation and formatting

  • Style guide adherence (Chicago, AP, or project-specific)

What You’ll Receive:

  • A fully copyedited manuscript

  • Changes tracked so you can review every edit

  • Comments where clarification or author input is helpful

  • A second pass after you accept or reject the first edits and answer any questions

Consistency & Style Support

I pay close attention to the small details that readers notice—even if they don’t consciously realize it.

This includes:

  • Character name spellings

  • Character/timeline details (for example, the main character has blue eyes in one chapter and brown eyes later on)

  • Capitalization and formatting choices

  • Internal style consistency

  • Custom style notes for your manuscript

If you provide a style sheet, I’ll follow it. If not, I can help create one as we go.

Professional, Respectful Feedback

Editing is not about rewriting your book or imposing my voice. My role is to:

  • Strengthen clarity without altering tone

  • Respect your creative choices

  • Flag issues without judgment

  • Support your goals for the manuscript

I’ll leave comments when something may need your input or when a choice could go either way.

Clear Communication & Collaboration

You’re never left wondering what’s happening with your manuscript.

You can expect:

  • Clear timelines

  • Prompt communication

  • A collaborative, judgment-free editing experience

  • Answers to questions before, during, and after the edit

What’s Not Included (So There Are No Surprises)

To keep expectations clear, copyediting does not include:

  • Major plot restructuring

  • Developmental feedback on story arcs (unless agreed upon)

  • Ghostwriting or rewriting large sections

  • Cover design or formatting

If your manuscript needs a different level of editing, I’ll let you know and help guide you to the right next step.

Not Sure What You Need?

That’s completely normal. Many clients aren’t sure which type of editing their manuscript requires—and that’s okay.

If you’re unsure:

  • I can review a sample

  • We’ll talk through your goals

  • I’ll recommend the service that best fits your project

My priority is making sure you get the support your manuscript actually needs.

Ready to Get Started?

If you’re ready to work together—or just want to ask a few questions—reach out anytime. I’d love to learn more about your project and see how I can help bring it to its best possible version.