line editing and proof-reading
What is line editing?
This looks at the novel in its technical capacity, assessing it for coherency at paragraph, sentence and word level. Analysing the strengths and weaknesses of the project as a whole with micro edits.
wHAT DOES IT INCLUDE?
editorial report
Detailed report looking at your manuscript under headings such as dialogue, view point, tenses and style.
Line by line edits
Using Microsoft Word's tracked changes I will correct technical issues (spelling, grammar etc) and add comments to any areas of concern in the text.
Post-editing support
After receiving your feedback, you may have a few questions. Post-editing support is either a half an hour phone call to discuss these issues or one detailed email response to any queries.
how do i know if i need it?
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You may feel confident in the story and plot of your novel, but would benefit from a polish to ensure it is technically correct.
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If you'd like a shorter, less in depth report that will still break down your novel into useful cataegories that will help you move forward more independently. ​
PRICE and time GUIDE
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£7.50 per 1000 words
Smaller samples can be worked out at price per 1000 words e.g. a 3000 word sample would cost £22.50
50/50
I take 50% of the payment up front, and the other 50% upon returning the edited manuscript to you.
Submissions
Please email me with the included information when querying:
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The genre, word-count and target audience for your novel
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The FIRST 1000 words of your manuscript which will be edited free of charge
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If you are only submitting part of a manuscript, please also include a full synopsis WITH spoilers!
Once I have sent you the sample edit I will need:
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The full manuscript
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A signed contract (drawn up by me)
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50% of the payment