Welcome to The Editing Sweetheart

You've finished writing your novel, sent it to a developmental editor, and now you want to polish it to create a professional end product that you can proudly sell on Amazon or other book distributors.

Now is the perfect moment to let the Editing Sweetheart find all those little errors hiding in your manuscript. I can copyedit, proofread, and beta read your genre fiction manuscripts.

What do you need from your editor?

Professional Training // Experience // Reliability

Proofread:

$0.008 (0.08 cents) per word

A proofread will cover minimal corrections to polish a final draft, focusing on correcting introduced or missed errors after a manuscript has already been professionally copyedited.

All changes will be made using the Track Changes feature in Word or with the markup tools in Adobe Acrobat.

This service consists of a single pass.

Turnaround time varies by project and is based on word count.

Services

2-Pass Copyedit:

Starts at $0.0185 (1.85 cents) per word

I will correct spelling, grammar, missing or erroneous punctuation, and incorrectly used words; point out discrepancies in spelling of proper nouns, in descriptions, and in timeline events; and offer rewording suggestions on parts that need to be rewritten to ensure ease of reading and syntactic flow. I will also make sure there is consistency in aspects such as hyphenation, capitalization, and stylistic choices; restructure paragraphs and sentences as needed for better flow or to follow standard fiction conventions; and eliminate redundant language while offering suggestions for rewording repetitive language and descriptions.

All edits will be made using the Track Changes feature in Word.

This service consists of two consecutive passes.

A comprehensive style sheet with characters, places, made-up words, and stylistic choices will be provided. I will also include an editorial letter that explains what to watch out for when writing your next book, as well as provide resources that the author will find particularly useful for understanding problematic concepts.

Turnaround time varies by project and is based on word count and the level of editing needed (light, medium, or heavy).

Beta Read:

$4 per 1,000 words

I will read your MS in its entirety and offer unbiased feedback for every chapter, discussing what I enjoyed, what didn't engage me, if I found any part confusing, and if I found any glaring inconsistencies. Apart from providing the chapter-by-chapter feedback in a separate report, I will also leave comments within the manuscript itself in particular areas that need further rewriting for optimal reader enjoyment.

Turnaround is 10 days.

Light Manuscript Critique

$600

I will evaluate your manuscript to determine which issues need to be addressed and will point out areas you could adjust or rewrite to improve the manuscript before you get it edited, which will help save on editing costs.

The evaluation will provide comprehensive and actionable feedback, pointing out plot holes and loose story threads, discrepancies in descriptions or events, and recurring grammatical issues. Along with a report, I will also provide resources from various professionals in the publishing industry to help you better understand concepts I believe you're having trouble implementing successfully.

Turnaround is 2 weeks.

1-Pass Copyedit:

Starts at $0.012 (1.2 cents) per word

All edits will be made using the Track Changes feature in Word.

This service consists of a single copyediting pass, and I will create a basic style sheet.

Turnaround time varies by project and is based on word count and the level of editing needed (light, medium, or heavy).

Starts at $0.01 (1 cent) per word

A proof-edit is done on a manuscript that has already been edited but still has lingering errors that a proofread would not address. Apart from fixing missing or erroneous punctuation and correcting typos, a proof-edit will also fix incorrectly used words and incorrect grammar, identify discrepancies in descriptions, and offer suggested rewrites for better flow and ease of reading as needed. This service will be completed in a single pass. All changes will be made using the Track Changes feature in Word.

Turnaround time varies by project and is based on word count.

Proof-Edit:

Add-Ons

Rush Turnaround

Rush 10-day turnaround for editing, proofreading, and proof-editing services. Only available on a case-by-case basis.

Beta Read + Copyediting Bundle Discount

Receive a $60 discount off a full-priced copyediting service when you book a beta read service and a copyediting service for one manuscript on the same invoice.

Light Manuscript Critique + Copyediting Bundle Discount

Receive a $100 discount off a full-priced copyediting service when you book a light manuscript critique service and a copyediting service for one manuscript on the same invoice.

Client Testimonials

Gentry Davidson: The Minoan Terroir

"Claudette's feedback was thorough and insightful, offering a detailed analysis of various aspects of the story. Her attention to detail and specific suggestions demonstrate a deep engagement with the manuscript, making her critique invaluable for refining the work."

"Claudette provided comprehensive feedback, covering aspects such as character development, timeline consistency, and technical details. She raised pertinent questions about character motivations and the plausibility of certain plot points, which can significantly improve the story's coherence and realism. Her comments on dialogue formatting, especially for a character with a unique speech presentation, were particularly helpful. The feedback on the emotional impact of scenes, such as the reaction to violence against animals and the build-up of suspense, highlighted areas that effectively engage the reader."

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