Editing Services From $1.00* a page **
NEW SERVICE ADDED
I am now offering formatting services. If you plan to self-publish, you want a professional looking book, whether in ebook or print or both. These prices are for straight text books with one cover image included in ebook formats. If you have more images contact me for a price quotation for your project.
One format - ebook OR print $75.00
Two formats - ebook mobi file (for kindle) and epub file AND print PDF file $125.00
One format - ebook OR print $75.00
Two formats - ebook mobi file (for kindle) and epub file AND print PDF file $125.00
SPECIAL OFFER: Manuscript Review
Is there one aspect of your manuscript that you need help with? Point of View, Character Arc, Conflict, Telling vs. Showing? For one price of $100.00 I will review your manuscript (up to 80K words) for one issue you wish addressed. You choose. You will receive an analysis of your manuscript with tips to address the issue.
Proofreading
When you've revised your copy to what you want it to be, you need fresh eyes for catching any oversights. I will provide basic proofreading for your manuscript from $1.00 a page. There is a $10.00 minimum charge. If heavier editing is required see copy editing below..
Copy Edit
$2.00 a page (.008 cents a word) for basic copy editing; if heavier editing is required $3.25 a page. This includes sentence and wording suggestions to improve the readability of your writing. It does not include suggestions on plot, characters, or other elements of your writing. For help with the overall project which includes plot, etc. see Substantive Editing below.
Substantive Edit
When you have the draft written but need suggestions of how to develop the storyline, characters, conflict or other elements of your writing this is your best option. I will go through your manuscript and make comments on how to increase readability and quality. It includes copy editing (sentence structure, word choice, readability) and after you revise I will proof the revised manuscript. This is the best deal--the all for one! Prices will vary depending on the quality of your draft. Prices begin at $5.00 per page and I will provide the first five pages at no charge to give you a feel for my work.
Consultation and Critique
When you have an outline or idea and need some professional feedback regarding character or plot or anything regarding your story or if you're stuck on a particular point I can help work through the issues by asking pointed questions and offering suggestions. Prices for this service will vary, but generally will be my hourly rate of $20.00 an hour with one hour minimum.
Payment: One third up front and the balance when I have completed the project. I accept PayPal and will email you an invoice.
* Prices are starting prices only and subject to change.
** Industry standard page = Double spaced twelve point font-New Times Roman or Courier (approximately 250 words per page).
** Industry standard page = Double spaced twelve point font-New Times Roman or Courier (approximately 250 words per page).