Copy | Line | Proof + Developmental editing

“Writing is a lonely job. Having someone who believes in you makes a lot of difference.”
― Stephen King
Developmental Editing
COPY & Line EDITING
PROOFREADING
Review of the final draft.
Addressing creative content, writing style, language and technical errors.
Addressing your overall manuscript in regards to character development, plot, and pacing.
Ready to share your story with me?
Hi, I’m Tabitha!
As a lifelong avid reader, I’ve always been interested in the small details of writing. Naturally, I’ve become an advocate for those intricacies.
I am committed to nurturing your voices and working together to elevate your stories.
I will bring constructive discussions while offering guidance and suggestions that preserve your own essence while also refining the manuscript that you’ve completed.
Services & Pricing
Proofreading
A final review of your completed and formatted manuscript.
Checking for general typos, misspellings, or grammatical errors that may have been missed in previous editing sessions.
Review of formatting, including spacing, paragraph breaks, page numbers, etc.
$0.004 USD per word
A line-by-line review of your manuscript.
In-depth review of spelling and grammar. Including suggesting edits for repetitive words, unclear sentences, or edits to improve readability.
Service includes a document with a list of recurring errors, a small style guide, and an overall critique of the manuscript.
Email support is available throughout the process and after.
Line Edit: $0.006 USD per word
Copy Edit: $0.005 USD per word
Combo Edit: $0.0075 USD per word
Line & Copy Editing
Developmental Editing
A full read-through of your manuscript with the big picture in mind.
Reviewing any issues with pacing, tone, plot, characters, specific scenes, or overall structure.
In-document comments highlighting these areas of concern.
Highlighting all of the GREAT things!
The service includes a comprehensive report outlining all my recommendations and any notes I make along the way.
Add-on service: Chapter-by-chapter analysis report (additional cost)
A flat fee of $1,000 USD - subject to change based on word count
“A book is simply the container of an idea—like a bottle; what is inside the book is what matters.”
— Angela Carter