Editing Services

Proofreading
Proofreading is a line-by-line, thorough read-through of your manuscript checking for typos, misspelled words, and missing or misused words. In addition to checking for correct grammar and punctuation, this type of edit also cleans up any formatting inconsistencies for improved flow and readability. 

Up to 50k words - $125
51k - 75k words - $175
76k - 100k words - $225
over 100k words - $275 + $2 per 1k additional words

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Copyediting

Copyediting delves deep into the structure your manuscript. This type of edit checks for repetition and clarity while helping to smooth out any rough transitions and awkward sentence or paragraph organization. Your manuscript will also be fact-checked for overall consistency and correctness.

Up to 50k words - $200
51k - 75k words - $250
76k - 100k words - $300
over 100k words - $350 + $2 per 1k additional words

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Developmental Editing

Also known as a substantive edit, this stage of editing examines your manuscript as a whole. This level of editing looks at characterization, plots and sub-plots, world-building, as well as tension and pacing so that your intent is clear and distinct.

Up to 50k words - $250
51k - 75k words - $300
76k - 100k words - $350
over 100k words - $400 + $2 per 1k additional words

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Synopsis Critique - $25.00

This edit trims and polishes your synopsis to help your story stand out.

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Partial Manuscript Edit/Critique - $50.00

This is a full developmental edit accompanied by an editorial critique of your first three chapters (or up to 30 pages) of your manuscript.

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Formatting

Please note that all manuscripts should be:

• Double Spaced
• 1/2 inch indent for a new paragraph
• Page break after the end of a chapter
• 12 point Times New Roman or Courier font

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Payment

A deposit of 50% is required in advance. The remaining should be paid upon receipt of invoice. Payment is conducted via PayPal.

*Before starting your project, I am happy to edit a five page sample of your work for quality assurance.

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All queries should be addressed to mmillet@gmail.com

Feel free to drop me an e-mail with any questions you might have. If you wish to contract my services, please state by which date you need the item edited and the word count (if known).