Email donnaho@thoughtsandplots.com for estimates. All packages include a free sample edit of 2,500 words. In your email, please include genre, total word count, brief synopsis, content warnings, and sample file in a Word document.
What Are Your Rates?
| Editing Services | Number of Words | Price (Per Word) |
| Beta Read | 50,000-80,000 | $150 (flat fee) |
| Manuscript Assessment | 80,000 | $800 (.01/wd) |
| Developmental Edit | 80,000 | $1600 (.02/wd) |
| Line Edit/Copyediting | 80,000 | $2000 (.025/wd) |
| Copyedit Only | 80,000 | $1200 (.015/wd) |
| Proofread | 80,000 | $800 (.01/wd) |
Why Is Editing So Expensive?
Ever heard the phrase you get what you pay for? Editing takes a lot of time and skill to do well. As a professional editor, I have invested many years into developing my craft, which enables me to provide high-quality feedback and revisions to authors. The cost of my services reflects the significant amount of time and effort that goes into editing a manuscript. However, I also know that the high price of good editing can be a barrier to entry in the publishing world, so I try to keep my rates affordable. Rest assured that I strive to provide excellent value for my clients and to help them achieve their writing goals. By investing in a professional editor, you can improve the quality of your writing, increase your chances of success, and ultimately, achieve your writing goals.