Copyediting
Worried grammatical errors have buried your message? Want help with word choice?
Copy edits skim the surface of a novel and involve limited changes.
Less intense than line edits, copy edits look for genuine errors rather than stylistic choices.
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restructuring of some sentences for variation and clarity and
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suggestions for stronger verb use and word choice, as well as
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general grammar, word use, mechanics, and syntax.
What you get
In-document changes
I'll examine each line in your novel and provide you with a Tracked Changes copy of your manuscript.
Editorial Letter
I'll provide you with an editorial letter about what works well and what needs improvement to tighten and clarify your story and message,
Style Sheet
You'll get a style sheet to keep track of your characters, places, cultures, magical items, etc., so you can be sure you are staying consistent during revisions.
Post Edit Call
After you review my comments, the letter, and style sheet, we will chat about your thoughts on them and discuss your best approach to revising.