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Copy Editing and Proofreading for Authors Who Care About Their Craft

You already did the hard part:
You wrote the story. The post. The piece.
Now it deserves to be read the way you intended.

This is editing and proofreading for authors who care about voice, pacing, emotional impact, and reader trust. Not sterile. Not generic. Not AI-flattened. Clean, sharp, and true to your story.

Whatever you write, the goal is always the same: make your work stronger without making it sound like someone else wrote it.

Who This Is For

This service is for you if:

• You are an author who wants your writing taken seriously
• You care about craft, not just speed
• You want your voice refined, not replaced
• You are publishing indie, serial, blogs, or traditionally querying
• You know your story is good but can feel where it is not quite landing yet

If you want someone to rewrite your piece for you, this is not the right fit.

If you want someone who respects your intent and makes it clearer, stronger, and cleaner, you are in the right place.

What I Offer

Copy Editing

This is where the real work happens.

Copy editing focuses on clarity, flow, consistency, and readability while protecting your voice and tone. It is not about changing your style. It is about removing friction for the reader.

This includes:

• Sentence structure and flow
• Repetition and word choice
• Tone consistency
• Clarity of thought and pacing
• Dialogue readability
• Awkward phrasing and rhythm issues

The goal is simple. Your reader should never trip over your words.

Proofreading

Proofreading is the final polish.

This is the last pass before publication to catch the small things that break immersion.

This includes:

• Spelling
• Grammar
• Punctuation
• Typos
• Formatting consistency

No story feedback here. No restructuring. Just clean, professional presentation.

Optional Content Review

For authors who want an extra set of eyes on the reader experience.

This focuses on:

• Clarity of scenes and transitions
• Logical flow
• Gaps in explanation
• Reader confusion points

This is especially useful for stories with layered detail, complex structure, or internal rules.

What Makes This Different

I am not a grammar robot.

I am a reader first.

I edit the way your audience reads. I pay attention to emotional beats, tension, voice, and pacing, and I understand how genre expectations shape the reader experience. I know when a line is technically correct but emotionally wrong.

I do not flatten voice. I sharpen it.
I do not rewrite your story. I support it.

Your style stays yours. It just reads better.

How the Process Works

1. You send your document and a brief description of what you want help with
2. I review the scope and confirm timeline
3. I edit using tracked changes and comments
4. You receive a clean, polished version plus notes where relevant
5. You review and ask any follow-up questions

Clear. Respectful. No mystery steps.

Pricing

All projects are quoted individually based on length, condition, and complexity. The rates below are starting points to give you a clear idea of what to expect.

A full quote is always provided before any work begins.

A deposit is required to secure your booking. The remaining balance is due on delivery. Full payment is required upfront for sample edits and shorter projects (~5,000 words or less).

Note: Payment is accepted via PayPal, EFT, Wise, and Interac eTransfer for Canadian clients.
All prices are listed in USD, but invoices can be converted to CAD upon request.

Individual Services

Note: Proofreading is available in both international English and US conventions.

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Sample Copy Edit

$25 for 1,000 words

A short copy edit of an excerpt so you can see exactly how I work before committing to a full project. This is a style and fit preview, not a full story critique.

If you decide to move forward with a full edit, this fee is credited to your final invoice.

Limited free sample edits are available each month.
A small number of 300 to 500 word free sample edits are offered to new clients on a first come basis. Availability is limited to 5 per month.

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Bundled Services

Many authors choose to combine services for a more complete edit. Bundled options offer a streamlined workflow and a more cohesive final result.

All bundled services are performed in sequence to ensure each stage receives full attention.

A Note on Fit

If you are unsure which service or bundle is right for your project, you can always reach out with your genre, word count, and goals. I am happy to recommend the best approach.

Terms & Conditions

A Note on Voice and Genre

This blog exists because I care deeply about strong heroines, solid world-building, and stories that respect their readers. That same standard applies here.

If you write fantasy, romance, urban fantasy, paranormal, shifter, or genre fiction with heart, you will be understood here.

If you write something else, you are still more than welcome here. Good writing is good writing!

Ready to Get Started?

If you are interested in working together, reach out with:

• Your genre
• Word count
• Type of edit needed
• Your timeline

I will let you know availability and next steps.

No pressure. No judgment. Just clean, honest feedback and solid editing.