a Taylor(ed) edit
line edit.
Line editing centers around remedying lackluster, unidiomatic or ambiguous language. As my specialty, I apply stylistic revisions and suggestions to language, punctuation, diction, cadence and voice. I also watch for showing vs telling and any inconsistencies in author's voice/style and goal. Line edits are attentive and stylistic and meant to ensure each sentence is its absolute strongest.
$0.013/word (50k= $750)
proofread.
Proofreading is one of the last steps in the editing process. Any errors introduced related to punctuation, minor grammar errors or typesetting are corrected. Proofreading should occur after a copyedit. Text should be clean and mostly free of errors.
$0.0081/word (50k = $405)
copy edit.
​Copyediting is a total mechanical sweep. Grammar, spelling, punctuation and overall sentence structures are polished; inconsistencies in voice, style or formatting are highlighted; and discrepancies in story, fact or tone are quarried. Friendly suggestions on how to correct awkward or weak language is also included. (for corrective edits, see line edit.)
$0.011/word (50k= $550)
Beta reading can occur before, during or after a manuscript's completion, but is traditionally done before any edits occur. Your story is read full through from the perspective of a general reader. Notes on clarity, plot, believability and overall potential are made. Friendly suggestions are included. *Beta reading doesn't guarantee a successful text but provides insight to how your text might be received. It also helps with marketing strategy.
$0.0045/word (50k= $225)
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beta read.
Content& structure editing is the close analysis of characterization (including inconsistencies in character personalities and internals vs dialogue); story/plot structure, continuity and organization; and paragraph mechanics. It also includes "light" copyediting. Non-fictional works will also receive fact queries and if necessary, reorganization of content. *Please note an editor is not responsible for factual manuscripts but will draw attention to known inaccuracies.
$0.015/word (50k= $750)
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content & structure.
Writing: I will guide students through the academic writing process. Depending on skill level, we will work through the basics of writing composition, brainstorming and structuring an essay or other writing types. Additionally we will work on exploring style and voice while maintaining objective.
Reading: I will help students gain confidence in their voice while strengthening their reading/decoding skills through hands on practice.​
These hour-long sessions can be conducted via Google Meet or in office.
$45/session
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