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Proofreading is the process of examining the final draft of the manuscript—after it has been edited—to ensure there are no errors.
This includes one round of changes to the manuscript, which will be reviewed for:
This includes one round of changes to the manuscript, which will be reviewed for:
- grammar errors
- spelling errors
- punctuation errors
- typos
- incorrect use of regional English (i.e. ensuring that you’re using American English or British English when necessary)
- repetitions
- consistency
- extra or missing words
- spacing issues
- chapter header inaccuracies
- word usage
During the editing stage (content, copy, line), my primary concern is the accuracy of the content, structure, and readability of your manuscript. Awkward sentence structure can take away from the reading experience. I make sure that the idea you wish to portray is clear and easy to understand, also ensuring that the style, grammar, punctuation, spelling are all correct and consistent.
This includes one round of changes to the manuscript, which will be reviewed for:
This includes one round of changes to the manuscript, which will be reviewed for:
- plot holes
- contradictions
- inconsistencies
- showing vs. telling
- factual errors
- ambiguity or capacity for misunderstandings
- grammar
- first person / third person
- head-hopping
- subject – verb agreement
- misused contractions
- accurate word choices
- number usage
- capitalization
- run-on sentences
- comma splices
- paragraph and sentence length
- missed or repeated words
- consistency and word usage
- overused expressions
- hyphenation
- punctuation
- spelling
- rewriting, cutting out, or moving words or phrases around to ensure better readability
- incorrect use of regional English (i.e. ensuring that you’re using American English or British English when necessary)
This includes two rounds of changes to your manuscript: one round of editing and one round of proofreading.
- I know self-published authors are in a special position, which is why I strive to offer complete editing services at affordable and competitive rates.
- I work on Microsoft Word files only and use the Track Changes feature for editing and the Comments feature for suggestions or questions. No changes are made to the manuscript without your approval.
- I use The Chicago Manual of Style—which has been the book publishing industry standard since 1906—and the Merriam-Webster Dictionary for reference.
- I advise authors to consider booking both the editing and proofreading services (Package 3). Editing is an in-depth review and could require rewrites. After the author has made the necessary rewrites suggested during the editing process, the manuscript should be proofread to make sure that grammar, flow, consistency are still correct, and that there are no missing or extra words left.
- My turnaround time is between 7 and 10 days from the day we set for editing to begin. This depends on the length of the book and how much work the book requires.
- Payments are made only through PayPal. Authors will receive a PayPal invoice on the day the edits are completed, before receiving the edits.
- NO deposit required.
- All payments made by the author once the editing process is complete are non-refundable.
- Upon booking, a signed contract is required to hold your spot on the calendar and also for tax purposes. Date ranges are flexible as I realize writing a story cannot be forced.
- The author agrees to acknowledge the editing services provided by Lawrence Editing in ebook and/or printed published work on the copyright page, listing Lawrence Editing as Editor. The listing on the copyright page will contain the name Emily A. Lawrence and/or Lawrence Editing and the website: www.lawrenceediting.com.
- I edit fiction only—any genre.
The copyright, together with all publishing rights to any manuscript submitted, shall remain the property of the author.
Confidentiality is of utmost importance. Your manuscripts will never be shared, copied, or transmitted
without express written consent from you.
