Copyediting is for manuscripts that are structurally settled but need a professional polish for correctness, clarity, and consistency. Proofreading is the final quality check once revisions are complete and the manuscript has already been copyedited (or is very clean).

Start with the free micro-sample (up to 1,000 words). I’ll tell you whether copyediting or proofreading is the best fit and confirm your rate + timeline.

A short edit (up to ~1,000 words) that lets you see my approach and helps me confirm a recommended service level (copyediting vs proofreading),  final rate, and turnaround. It’s a fit check, not a comprehensive edit of the excerpt.

A copyediting-focused diagnostic of your first 10,000 words, plus a “Readiness & Next Steps” summary and a recommendation for the best service + timing. It also confirms your final rate and timeline for a full-manuscript edit. If you book a full-manuscript edit within 14 days, the full $450 is applied toward your project.

Copyediting: from $0.04/word (minimum $500)
Proofreading: from $0.03/word (minimum $250)
Final rate is confirmed after the micro-sample or Checkup.

For 70–100k words (quoted proportionally for other lengths):
Proofreading: ~3–4 weeks
Copyediting: ~5–7 weeks
Final timeline is confirmed after the micro-sample or Checkup and depends on complexity and calendar availability.

Sometimes. Rush timelines require schedule compression and may include fees:
+25% for moderately compressed deadlines
+50% for very tight deadlines (same-week delivery or substantial compression)
If I can’t accommodate rush, I’ll offer the next available start date.