What is your editing and delivery process?
I use the Track Changes tool in Microsoft Word to track my changes/edits. You will receive the following two versions of your edited manuscript: 1) A version where you will be able to view all of my edits/changes; 2) A clean version with all changes accepted.
What specific type of editing will I receive?
I will provide copy editing and line editing which addresses flaws in your writing. I will correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, subject-verb agreement, unnecessary or missing commas, misused words (e.g., effect vs affect), awkward sentence structure, clarity, readability, and omitted or repeated words.
Do you edit all genres?
I do not offer editing services for poetry, children’s books, or manuscripts that have been transcribed from audio.
How should my manuscript be formatted before editing?
Your manuscript must be submitted in Microsoft Word format (.doc, .docx). As industry standard for editing, it is preferred (not required) that your manuscript be submitted to me in 8.5 x 11 layout, left-justified text. Font size should be size 12-point.
Why is it important that my manuscript is fully written and complete before a copy edit?
Copy editing should be your last round of editing before you format your book. Before submitting your manuscript for copy editing, please make sure that you have included everything in your manuscript that you want edited. (chapter title names, subtitles, about the author, introduction, etc.)
What are your qualifications?
I have more than ten years of experience as a professional writer and editor. All projects are completed by me with no outsourcing.
Do you offer book formatting services?
I do not offer book formatting or typesetting services. Once all editing is complete, you should seek services from a book formatting professional/book interior designer. A book formatting professional formats your manuscript to be published as an e-book, paperback and/or hard cover.
Do you offer ghostwriting?
I do not offer ghostwriting services. Your manuscript should be fully written and complete.
Do you offer developmental editing?
I do not offer developmental editing. If chapters/content are not yet determined, structured, and organized, you should first seek services from a developmental editor. A developmental editor reviews manuscripts at a high level, helping to plan the overall structure and outline of your manuscript.