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Proofreading & Editing

The first step of book marketing is creating a great book to read! We provide services to polish and hone your work along every step of the editing process – from feedback on a first draft, to providing you with a carefully editing manuscript.

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Line Editing

Editing for tone, clarity, rhythm and flow. Ensures that your non-fiction manuscript or novel is edited for clarity and readability.

For manuscripts of approx 50,000 words: £800 to £1000. For manuscripts of approx 80,000 words: £1200 to £1600.

Copy Editing

Checking for technical issues such as grammar, punctuation, consistency, and formatting checks.

For manuscripts of approx 50,000 words: £650 to £850. For manuscripts of approx 80,000 words: £1000 to £1300.

Proofreading

Final checks for types, layout issues and minor formatting - tthe last step in the process before the book goes to typesetting.

For manuscripts of approx 50,000 words: £400 to £600. For manuscripts of approx 80,000 words: £600 to £750.

Line Editing

For style, flow, and sentence-level polish

If your manuscript is complete but needs help with how it reads, a line edit is for you. This is a deep edit that focuses on how each sentence sounds — improving clarity, flow, rhythm, and tone. We’ll smooth out awkward phrases, trim repetition, and make sure your voice shines through. This is ideal if you’re happy with your structure, but want the writing itself to feel fluid, professional, and engaging.

Improves sentence structure and expression
Polishes tone, style, and word choice
Flags unclear or inconsistent passages
Keeps your unique voice intact

Best for authors who want their writing to feel sharp, confident, and readable.

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Copy Editing

For grammar, consistency, and correctness

Copy editing is the nuts-and-bolts stage that checks your manuscript for technical accuracy. It covers grammar, punctuation, spelling, and consistency in style and formatting. This level of editing ensures your writing is correct, clean, and ready to publish — without changing your voice or ideas.

Fixes grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors
Checks consistency in names, dates, and terms
Aligns with UK or US spelling and style
Applies a professional polish

Best for authors who feel confident in their wording but want to avoid embarrassing mistakes.

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Proofreading

For a final check before publishing

Proofreading is the last step before your book goes to print or to eBook format. We’ll carefully read through the text and catch any remaining typos, small errors, or formatting slips. This is not an edit for rewriting or rewording — it’s a meticulous quality check to make sure your final draft is truly final.

Catches leftover typos and small errors
Checks punctuation, line spacing, and formatting
Ensures your manuscript is clean and professional
Ideal for post-layout or final draft versions

Best for authors who have already had editing done and are ready to publish.

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