Proofreading and copy editingProofreading for novels
Almost done? Proofreading will catch and fix all of those pesky little errors that are easy to miss but critical to the maintenance of reader enjoyment.
What you get
- Typos, grammar and confusing constructions corrected
- Light line editing
- Up to two rounds of proofreading
- A publication-ready manuscript
You want a thorough examination of your manuscript to correct typos, ensure grammatical correctness and find any confusing constructions. You want it publication-ready right now. Up to two rounds of proofreading are included at no extra cost. This includes light line editing.
Rates
| Word count | Rate per word |
|---|---|
| Up to 10,000 words | 0.75¢ |
| 10,001–50,000 words | 0.7¢ |
| 50,001–100,000 words | 0.65¢ |
| 100,001+ words | 0.5¢ |
Estimated price by length
| Manuscript | Words | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Short story | 7,500 | $56 |
| Novella | 30,000 | $210 |
| Short novel | 50,000 | $350 |
| Novel | 80,000 | $520 |
| Epic | 120,000 | $600 |
Price your exact word count, or read what novel editing costs.
Writers say
George is a top-notch editor who is fast, thorough, and accurate. Working with him is not only painless, but actually a lot of fun! His thoughtful suggestions for improving my writing were right on the mark. Having an editor with such a keen eye for detail put my mind at ease when submitting my work for publication. I can’t imagine working with another editor. George is my go-to person for all my editing and proofreading needs.Heather Biedermann, author of fantasy, horror, and science fiction tales.
George Donnelly did a thorough and professional job of editing one of my manuscripts. He caught several grammatical errors and made a number of suggestions for moving and improving the storyline. George is a pleasure to work with and his fees are very reasonable. I highly recommend his services.John D. Ottini, author of A Very Furry Christmas.
Working with George has been an absolute pleasure. He is reliable and accurate, the two best things you need in an editor. I would definitely recommend him to anyone without a moment’s hesitation.Jamie Campbell, indie author
Questions
What’s the difference between line editing and proofreading?
Proofreading corrects typos, grammar and confusing constructions, with light line editing. Line editing actively rewrites your prose for better flow and clarity while keeping your voice, and the proofreading is included.
How long does it take?
An 80,000-word novel takes about two weeks. Shorter manuscripts usually take a week or less. For longer works, I can meet your firm deadline.
How do I send my manuscript?
Send me up to 5,000 words (via attachment, Dropbox, Google Docs, etc.) for a trial edit or your whole manuscript to get started immediately.
What software do you use?
I generally use Microsoft Word with Track Changes enabled but can also use Pages, Google Docs, Scrivener, OpenOffice, Git or whatever you prefer to return my edits to you.
Send me up to 5,000 words and I'll edit it for free, no strings attached. Email [email protected] now to get started.