Basic Editing

Basic Editing is the first level of copyediting. Copyediting includes a line-by-line review of the manuscript for the following:

Typographical errors
Misspelled words
Grammatical errors
Punctuation
Incorrect usage (effect/affect)
Consistency/Standardization

Spelling and capitalization of specific and repeated terms, character names, and location references
The sequence of chapter headings and subheadings, lists, and tables
References to illustrations, tables, and figures within the text
Consistent style for em-dashes, ellipsis points, and serial commas

A basic edit may also include Author Queries. As the first level of copyediting, a basic edit will rarely include a review for content organization, sentence structure, clarity, word choice, or voice/style. We recommend first-level editing services for an author whose work has already been professionally reviewed or for work that may contain only basic errors. If you feel that your manuscript may need a more substantive edit, please choose from the Moderate and Extensive services available.

Rates

Basic Editing rates range from $.008 - $.009 per word.

Example: 50,000 words x $.008 = $400.00

Rates listed may be subject to change. All authors will be supplied with a free sample edit and flat rate quote for their project. Please see our guidelines for details.

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