Editors

[Susan]

Jim wrote: "It took me fourteen months to produce a completed, polished manuscript; of which I was extremely proud. My ego soared.

Several weeks spent working with and learning from the copy editor and concep..."

I had a similar experience. Professional editing made a huge difference in my finished product. Some may equate editing with checking punctuation, spelling and grammar, but it's much more than that. My editor checked historical facts, anachronistic phrases, repetitiveness, and made suggestions on story pacing, etc. At first, I was taken aback, but after following just a few suggestions, I realized that I better get over myself and listen! I will never skip this important step in publishing a novel.

[Brian]

I also echo what Jim said. I can't believe that I ever thought the bag of junk that was my manuscript was "ready." Luckily, I decided to consult an editor before self-publishing. Saved me a lot of embarrassment.

Now, I'm finally rea... Oh wait, perhaps I should check with another editor first.

[Jack]

I doubt that urge to consult one more 'authority' or do one more editing pass every really goes away; I'm on my third run-through of Darwin's World, doing considerable carving and cutting, compressing of sentences and occasionally rearranging.
I've done this with other books and I think editing is a skill that takes time to develop just as writing is. Whether the effort to learn that is worthwhile is questionable, but what I'm hoping is that the added skills will make me a better writer when I begin concentrating on my next book.
There's this to be said, though; I haven't changed plot or character, not in any of my editing efforts. I was satisfied with my first efforts and re-reading hasn't changed that at all. Readers agree, those I've talked to directly or corresponded with; they love the books. Even though the word choices sometimes make me cringe. But then I see a spate of sales to a country I haven't sold to in a while. Conclusion? Someone bought one book, liked it, then bought everything available that I've written. What other conclusion can one draw when people pay $.99 for a short story? And some have. And not 'returned' the story afterwards.
Since the plot doesn't change, the characters haven't changed, all I'm really doing is moving words; a lot of 'authorities' suggest that's a waste of time. Still, if I can make the experience better for readers, isn't that worthwhile?
Like you, I'm learning, trying to produce the best experience for a reader I can.
So if you're new to all this stuff, feeling your blind way along, I'll offer this: keep at it. You'll get better. I have.
Heinlein famously said you're not a writer until you've written a million words. I believe it.
He might have added, but didn't, that you're not an editor until you've edited a million words.

[Al "Tank"]

Jim wrote: "It took me fourteen months to produce a completed, polished manuscript; of which I was extremely proud. My ego soared.

Several weeks spent working with and learning from the copy editor and concep..."

Thank you, Jim. The best explanation of what we do I've seen so far. It's nice to be appreciated, even though I didn't work on your ms. Sounds like you got a good editor. You might want to give him/her a mention (like books, we benefit from recommendations).

[Jim]

Al wrote: "Jim wrote: "It took me fourteen months to produce a completed, polished manuscript; of which I was extremely proud. My ego soared.

Several weeks spent working with and learning from the copy edito..."

Al,

You are quite welcome. In response to your request that I give proper credit to those who made individual contributions during the publishing process of my novel, I did just that in my blog, which may be accessed via my Goodreads Author Profile.

This is the blog post; originally published on July 13, 2014.

Belated Thank You or "Roll the Credits!"

Next month will mark the third anniversary of the release of my novel Levels - Aug. 9, 2011.

While thinking about all the hard work required to make it happen, I came to realize that, without the skills, effort and dedication of several very talented people, employed by the publisher, my book would never have survived the process.

Just as the credits at the end of a movie are often ignored, so it is with the people whose contributions are essential to the publishing process.

So I now offer my long overdue, but sincere expression of appreciation and recognition of those who made it happen: "Roll the Credits!"

Stacy Baker - Head of the Acquisition Dept.
Lauren Downen - Copy Editor
Patrick O'Donnell - Conceptual Editor
Sarah Kirchen - Layout Design Artist
Blake Brasor - Cover/Spine/Backmatter Design Artist
Stephen Rozzell - Professional Narrator
Brandon Morgan - Website Design & Maintenance
Ingram/Spring Arbor - Distributors
Dallas Franklin - Publicist
Terry Cordingley - Director of Marketing

Better late than never! Thank you all!

Jim Vuksic - Author

[Al "Tank"]

Jim wrote: "Al wrote: "Jim wrote: "It took me fourteen months to produce a completed, polished manuscript; of which I was extremely proud. My ego soared.

Several weeks spent working with and learning from the..."

Ooops. For some reason, I thought your editors were independents. So many people on this thread are self-published, that I made a false assumption that you were also a writer doing it all on your own (probably because I didn't read your original post correctly -- I have a tendency to scan when I'm not editing).

Best wishes with your sales (hopefully nice and strong by now).

[Teresa]

One of the greatest things about being an editor is getting that chance to turn a good book into a great one. Have you got something that's "almost there?" Let me help. 25 years' experience. Prompt, professional service and an editor who loves her work! http://villagegreenpressLLC.com

[Jim]

Al wrote: "Jim wrote: "Al wrote: "Jim wrote: "It took me fourteen months to produce a completed, polished manuscript; of which I was extremely proud. My ego soared.

Several weeks spent working with and learn..."

Al,

Regardless of whether an editor, or anyone else involved in the background of the publishing process, is independently employed or employed full-time by a traditional publisher, they seldom, if ever, receive the appreciation and public acknowledgement they deserve.

[D.C.]

I am throwing my hat in the ring as a freelance editor. Up to now, this is something I have done only on a volunteer basis.

I am a published novelist, and I have a B.A. in English Literature. These are my only qualifications. I believe I am a decent copy/content editor, but I am NOT a proof-reader. I fix what I catch, but I do not have the patience for a detailed proof.

I only do complete edits, and I am a member of the grammar police. I will accept any type of document you choose to submit for editing, but I do reserve the right to refuse a commission. My fee is a dollar a page (Word document-12pt type). I will only accept Doc, Docx, and Rtf files, and I use Word 2007.

My minimum is ten pages, and while I will edit shorter works, I will charge you for the ten pages, and I will not edit a sample for anything under fifteen pages. I will edit a sample (five pages) for anything over that length.

If anyone is interested, you may pm me, and I will furnish you with a contact email.

D.C.

[Al "Tank"]

Jim wrote: "Regardless of whether an editor, or anyone else involved in the background of the publishing process, is independently employed or employed full-time by a traditional publisher, They seldom, if ever, receive the appreciation and public acknowledgement they deserve. "

Since I'm in that particular boat, I agree. Thanks on behalf of all staff editors and production folks everywhere.

[Noran]

Hi, everyone.

If you are looking for an editor and your book is ready to be edited in December, I would be happy to edit it for you. If you mention that post in your message or email, you will receive a discount on your book to be edited for $0.0035 a word.

The edit entails punctuation, grammar, typos, the choice of words, and suggestions, whenever I feel possible. I also make comments on the pace of your story, the development of your characters, what's boring and what's interesting, and any plot holes I find.

Feel free to contact me for more information. My email is Bookaholicf@Gmail.com

[Marilyn]

I charge the page; @ a 12pt font. double spaced page.

[Nihar]

There are some great editors here! I am almost at the stage where I need my book, "The Corridor of Uncertainty" edited, so I will definitely reach out to some of you in the next month for some editing services!

Thanks so much.

-Nihar
www.niharsuthar.com

[Amanda]

I am now open to taking in some side editing at fair prices. I'm an editor at J Ellington Ashton Press and with that experience, the work I've been doing as an author, and some previous work as an SEO article writer before that, I have a proven record of quality work and a unique perspective on an author's needs.

My price will go by page count and at $1 per page that should average about $250 - 300 per novel for average length works. I may be open to negotiation on price, especially for some projects with greater length. I would prefer not to edit anything less than 10 pages and nothing longer than 600 so that I'm not distracted from my work at JEA and, of course, with my own writing. I would prefer to work with word documents because it's much easier to use that program's comments system to note changes and make notes on areas where some work is needed.

When I edit I look for proper grammar usage, solid plotting, engaging storytelling and areas where the author could use cutting to improve the flow. I don't have a specific preference on genre, but I do reserve the right to reject a project if I feel that I would not be the right editor for the work (conflict of interest or projects I find offensive due to topics like sexual abuse of minors utilized in a sexually titillating manner for example). I prefer to look at the work first and if I take it on, to receive half at the beginning of the assignment and the other half on completion. I take payments via Paypal.

If you would be interested in seeking my help with editing or have any questions please e-mail me at nightshade44637@gmail.com with the heading "Editing Inquiry" with your book title. Thanks.

[Jeffrey]

I've become very interested in the sharing economy/crowdsourcing in writing. I recently responded to an article in Medium by Walter Isaacson, The Myth of the Lone Genius where he wrote about the input he'd gotten from "crowd creativity" while writing his new book The Innovators: How a Group of Hackers, Geniuses and Geeks Created the Digital Revolution

Here's what I wrote:


As the founder of BetaReader.us (www.betareader.us) I provide an online newsletter and bulletin board that helps match writers of all professional statures with readers and publishing service providers.

Publishing is joining the sharing economy, but there remains an obvious distinction between authors with publishing contracts and the vast number of authors who now self-publish. While signed authors works with a professional team to edit, produce, distribute and promote their book, indie authors must perform or pay for these tasks themselves.

Walter Isaacson’s idea of “collaborating online and drawing upon the wisdom of crowds…to improve [his] drafts,” refers to a recent publishing phenomena — the beta reader — highly qualified readers who will proof and comment on a draft for little or no money. While an obvious boon to authors lacking access to professional editors at a publishing house, beta readers allow authors of all stripes, including chart toppers like Isaacson, to inexpensively obtain editing services. Tensions are rising between beta readers and professional editors who rightly claim that they perform and should be paid for services a beta reader cannot provide. An interesting distinction is psychological — if your publisher says “change this,” most signed authors will, whereas indie authors feel less bound to follow a beta reader’s suggestions.

Thanks to online resources available to indie writers, even the poorest can afford to produce well-edited books. But so far nobody has shown how to crowdsource book promotion and distribution. With very few exceptions, you still need to be published by reputable publisher if want to get your book into libraries, reviewed in the New York Times, sold to foreign publishers, or on bookstore shelves.

https://medium.com/@jeffreymarcusoshi...

[Brian]

Jeffrey,

I took issue with some of what you wrote.

"...beta readers allow authors of all stripes, including chart toppers like Isaacson, to inexpensively obtain editing services."

Beta readers are a fantastic resource, but they do not offer "editing services." Editors, ideally, are highly trained in the craft of writing. Where a beta reader says, "I found this passage a little slow." An editor says, "You're killing the tension in this scene by doing this..."

Also, this:

"An interesting distinction is psychological — if your publisher says “change this,” most signed authors will, whereas indie authors feel less bound to follow a beta reader’s suggestions."

I'm obviously going to take the advice of a trained professional much more seriously than the subjective opinion of a beta reader, no matter how experienced or skilled. However, regarding both the advice of the editor and the beta reader, the ultimate decision on whether to follow it firmly rests on the author. A self published author is ultimately responsible for the quality of his work.

[Brian]

Carly,

Good advice, especially the part about being very choosy when it comes to picking your "professional freelance editor."

I've participated in a bunch of writer's critique groups, and I found those helpful from both standpoints you mentioned - I got good advice that improved my writing and critiquing others made it easier to catch mistakes in my own writing.

My experience, however, was that I got much more out of a single time paying $500 or so to an editor than a whole bunch of feedback received from peers. Her advice took me to a level that I may not have ever reached otherwise.

Not trying to shill for editors, but, in my limited experience, paying for one was totally worth it.

[Jeffrey]

Brian wrote: "Jeffrey,

I took issue with some of what you wrote.

"...beta readers allow authors of all stripes, including chart toppers like Isaacson, to inexpensively obtain editing services."



Beta readers a..."

Brian - do you read/use Medium – the new blogging platform/magazine started by Twitter founders?

I'm still trying to figure it out. One of its aspects is that you can comment on specific paragraphs and/or write a whole response as I did on the Isaacson piece.

Your point about editors v. beta readers is a hot topic in some of the Linkedin group discussions.

I'm the editor of the BetaReader Journal (www.betareader.us) and would love to publish an article by you on these topics (we're approaching 500 readers).

[Brian]

Jeffrey,

I've never even heard of Medium; I'm not even on Twitter.

Not really looking to do articles at this point. Maybe if I ever actually finish my novel...

Thanks for the offer, though.

Brian

[Lee-Lee]

Your manuscript deserves clarity. A wordsmith by trade, I will help you polish your writing and illuminate your prose. My specialty is editing for emerging and self-published authors.

In an age when anyone can hang out a shingle on the internet as an editor, your manuscript is safe with me: I’m a degreed journalist with more than 20 years of experience in print and online media (and a voracious love of books and their heady grass-and-vanilla scent).

Here's how I can help your manuscript:

* Copyediting looks at your manuscript’s grammar, spelling, punctuation, and other points of style. I’ll check for overall consistency of mechanics and internal consistency of facts, and I’ll ensure your intended message and effects come across clearly--that you’ve said exactly what you meant. (Read more about what’s involved in copyediting.)

* During a stylistic edit, I’ll scrutinize your style and usage line by line, providing extensive edits and comments that are designed to polish your writing while maintaining your individual voice and style. I’ll scrub away wordiness, slay jargon in its tracks, tighten dialogue, and smooth the quality and transitions of your prose. You’ll get lots of notes and learn how and why to tweak your technique; it’s a little like being coached. (Read more about what’s covered by stylistic or line editing.)

Visit my website to learn more about me and my services: http://lisapoisso.com/copyediting-ser...
Or contact me directly at lisa@lisapoisso.com.

5% discount if you mention code GRAUTHORSREADERS.

[Jeffrey]

Lisa wrote: "Your manuscript deserves clarity. A wordsmith by trade, I will help you polish your writing and illuminate your prose. My specialty is editing for emerging and self-published authors.

In an age w..."
Lisa - please list your services on the BetaReader Bulletin Board @www.betareader.us. I hope you make a good connection.

[Brian]

N.R. wrote: "Right now I'm offering one-third off book editing, plus free formatting for the next 5 authors to choose Champagne Book Editing. I'm a degreed, fully qualified, experienced indie editor, ready to h..."

NR,

I'm not nearly ready for my next round with an editor yet (my first experience led me to a complete rewrite). However, I found your post interesting, and I checked out your website.

If I might offer a few thoughts (after all, as an aspiring author, editors get plenty of opportunities to critique me. Thought it would be fun to turn the tables :) )?

1. The samples you offer, assuming I didn't miss something, was the before and after of an edited piece. What I was looking for and didn't find, however, were your actual comments that led to the changes. In my opinion, that missing piece is the most crucial element of the entire sample.

2. I find myself questioning the value of copy edits. If you help me tighten a sentence here and make a paragraph clearer there, I agree completely that my book will be better. Assuming I've reached a certain level of being able to express thoughts coherently and with good flow, however, it seems to me that those kinds of changes are less valuable than you helping me increase tension, make the story more cohesive, strenghten character arcs, and get more emotion on the page. Does one of your levels encompass those kinds of changes?

EDIT 3. Also, on your blog, you advocate three levels of editing: developmental, substantive, and copy. I'm a bit confused in that it seems like you're trying to market to self published authors. A lot of SPAs aren't going to do any edit whatsoever. Even those like me who really champion that SPAs should definitely hire editors don't expect that anyone will do more than a single round. Instead of following the industry model of three rounds, maybe an editor could really stand out from the huge crowd of freelancers by offering a new service designed to encompass all three at once? I'm not sure how that would look/work, but it seems to be what I want as an aspiring SPA. Perhaps there are others out there looking for the same thing?

Thanks.

Brian

[Kelly]

I am now booking editing slots for the new year. Anyone who books and reserves an editing slot for January and February now will receive a 10% discount. (There are still a few slots left in December.)

Finding the right editor for you is an important decision. To assist you with making your decision, we are happy to answer any questions you might have.

XterraWeb provides a professional and affordable editing service. We keep our rates affordable to help indie authors enhance and polish their manuscripts. Only $1.20 per page (based on 250 words per page). Free sample edit of 1,000 - 2,000 words provided upon request. 10% discount on the first editing service when you like our Facebook page.

Please check out our links.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/XterraWeb
Website: http://editing.xterraweb.com
Blog: http://bit.ly/XterraWebBlog

You may also message me or my page with any questions you might have. If you would like to e-mail me, my e-mail address is editor@xterraweb.com.

[Tom]

If you’re reading this, then you already know you want an editor, and now it’s simply a matter of deciding whose talents would best serve you.

My name is Thomas, and I’m a freelance editor who has had the pleasure of working with several professional, established writers over this past year. My most recent partner, Terah Edun, just celebrated becoming a NY Times and USA Today bestseller, and I’d like to offer my services to a brand new crop of promising authors.

Visit my website, Main Line Editing, and take a look at the various levels of editing that are available to you. Every project is unique, so feel free to use the listed prices as a guideline, rather than a rule. For instance, the most intense level of editing would be tantamount to a total overhaul of the manuscript (i.e. you wrote a literary train wreck). That’s not likely to happen, so why charge a premium price for every word? The final quoted price will be tailored specifically to your manuscript, and it will never be more than $.01/word.

I will provide a complimentary sample edit of the first 1500 words, to be used as a test of how compatible we are as partners. If you feel we are a good match, we can move forward from there. Thank you for reading, and I look forward to hearing from you!

Website: www.mainlineediting.com

[Bruce]

Check out my web page at www.brucearrington.com. Click on the John Albers tab.

John Albers offers his services and is very good. I've used him for three of my books, and two other Goodreads authors hired him (and were very satisfied).

I get no kickbacks from recommending him, but wanted to let you guys know in case you need a good editor.

Regards,

Bruce Arrington

[Nihar]

Hi guys!

My name is Nihar Suthar and I am currently working on a book titled, "Win No Matter What." The second draft should be done in a month or two, and then I am looking to have a good editor look over my work!

Some of you will probably be getting emails from me soon.

-Nihar
www.niharsuthar.com

[Kelly]

Hello, Nihar.

I hope everything is going smoothly with your book, "Win No Matter What." As you mentioned that your book may be ready for editing in a month or two, I wanted to suggest that you begin researching for editors and communicating with potential editors now. This will give you time to ensure you find an editor that is a good fit for both you and your book and that the editor has space available on his/her calendar that fits with your time frame.

My information is provided a few posts above for XterraWeb, and I would be happy to answer any questions you might have.

Best of luck to you with your book and your search for an editor.

[Lee-Lee]

No budget for editing? Try a 20-page stylistic critique instead.

A stylistic critique can help you get a handle on style, usage, and mechanical issues you can address yourself to ensure your manuscript is in a good position for a light or DIY copyedit.

Remember, this is a stylistic critique, not a developmental critique of your book’s structure, plot, characterizations and so on. I’ll scrutinize your style and usage line by line, providing extensive edits and comments that are designed to polish your writing while maintaining your individual voice and style. I’ll scrub away wordiness, slay jargon in its tracks, tighten dialogue, and smooth the quality and transitions of your prose. You’ll get lots of notes and learn how and why to tweak your technique; it’s a little like being coached.

$100 for a critique of 20 manuscript pages/5,000 words.

http://lisapoisso.com/copyediting-ser...

[Jennifer]

Hello all,

My name is Jennifer Mattison and I am a certified (UCSD) copyeditor and proofreader. I have edited several indie books since receiving my certification this past summer. I am also a proofreader for Dreamspinner Press. Please send me a message or visit my Facebook page to receive a free sample edit and quote. www.facebook.com/MattisonEditing

Thanks.

[Preston]

Hi, I am currently looking for a copyeditor that does a thorough job. My budget is max $1,000 and the book is just over 103,000 words. I would consider the book to be science fiction/thriller. I've posted a short query below to hopefully pique your interest:


Gradually being adapted by the military and flourishing in the video gaming world, virtual reality has become a truly realistic, immersive representation of real and fantasy worlds alike.

Some are using the technology to twisted extremes.

Specifically, Ben Linman and Hector Harris, two ex-employees of a major weapons and drugs corporation have teamed together to create an underground virtual reality simulator. They have big plans to create an experience pitting high school kids against each other while streaming the live shows to wealthy clients with a perverse sense of entertainment.

Enlisting the help of rat-faced private counselor Wes Dunley and his strong connection with a seedy underworld, kids are unwittingly transported to the lab and repeatedly drugged, leaving them with no memory of the simulations.

It doesn’t take long for parents and local police to take notice of a sudden surge in violent and bizarre behavior at local high schools. At first, a popular and most volatile candy coated drug, nicknamed ‘Rachel’, is to blame. Some suspect there is something much bigger and far worse behind the drug.

When Ben and Hector realize their operation might be in jeopardy, they resort to drastic measures to make certain their work persists.

Head Trip is a young adult science fiction/adventure novel aimed at those in their twenties and thirties. The book is rife with influence from my many years playing video games whilst dreaming of a great story I could weave into a novel.


Please email me below if you are interested in copyediting my work. I'd prefer you to have a background in some science fiction work and I'd like to see a website with testimonials, books you've worked on, and your rates.
My email is: prestonorrick@yahoo.com

[Kelly]

Preston wrote: "Hi, I am currently looking for a copyeditor that does a thorough job. My budget is max $1,000 and the book is just over 103,000 words. I would consider the book to be science fiction/thriller. I've..."

I provide editing services. As requested, I have sent you an e-mail answering your questions to the e-mail address provided.

Kelly
XterraWeb Editing

[Sydney]

Greetings. I have been editing for over 20 years and have seen rates rise and fall. I will not declare that I'm the cheapest of the cheap or ridiculously low cost. I will, however, give you a fair quote after I read a sample of your work, and if you hire me, I'll provide meticulous editing services. You may want a content edit, in which case I'll help with your plot and characters, the pace and your voice. Or you may want a copy edit for every nitty-gritty typo and grammar error. Either way, I'm happy to help. I've edited a lot of mysteries, contemporary and historical romance, erotica, and romantic suspense (such as Navy SEAL novels). And I edited and produced textbooks for many years, but I would rather not do those anymore. Give a shout if you need some help, and remember that life is not a dress rehearsal.
Best wishes,
Sydney
www.CatWhiskerStudio.com

[Paula]

I edit short stories. Twenty years editing experience. Stop by my website for more info. Very reasonable fees.

My website: http://paulacappa.wordpress.com/editi...

Testimonial: "Paula Cappa is a consummate professional who has worked with me on numerous projects over the years. She is a writer's best friend, digging into the meat of the communication and finding ways to make it stronger, clearer. She sees the big picture and never misses the details."
-Alice Ruvane, Strategic and Creative Marketing Communications Specialist, Lewiston/Auburn, Maine

I am also a novelist and short story author. Here's my writer's bio:
Paula Cappa is an award-winning novelist and short story author. Her novels include The Dazzling Darkness (Gothic Readers Book Club Award Winner for Outstanding Fiction, and, Readers’ Favorite Bronze Medal Award), and Night Sea Journey, A Tale of the Supernatural, both published in trade paperback by Crispin Books. Her short fiction has appeared in Dark Gothic Resurrected Magazine, Whistling Shade Literary Journal, SmokeLong Quarterly, Sirens Call Ezine, Every Day Fiction, Fiction365, Twilight Times Ezine, and in anthologies Journals of Horror: Found Fiction, Mystery Time, and Human Writes Literary Journal. Cappa’s writing career began as a freelance journalist for newspapers in New York and Connecticut. She is a freelance copy editor.

Contact me by PM here at Goodreads or my Contact Me page on my website.

[S.A.]

My name is Sara, and I'm a freelance editor and independent author. I currently offer copy editing and proofreading services. Copy editing is $8 (USD) per thousand words. Proofreading is $5 (USD) per thousand words. Both services are $10 (USD) per thousand words.

For more information, please check out my website: http://www.saraathertonmason.com/edit...

Or you can email me: sara.a.mason@gmail.com.

[Patty]

I'm a professor moonlighting as an editor for indie authors, hoping to edit full time when I retire from grading papers.
I edit books and short stories in the following genres: mystery, suspense, romantic suspense, thriller, horror, and general fiction.
The best way to reach me is by e-mail.
pkeditingservices@gmail.com
For rates and submission policies see my web site:
http://pkeditingservices.wordpress.com

[Tom]

Thanks, Danielle! Response should be in your inbox now. =)

For anyone else who may be interested in affordable editing services and missed my earlier post, you can find my website here —> Main Line Editing

[Sarah]

I am an independent editor looking to gain experience in editing fiction. I have previously edited academic book manuscripts, nonfiction ebooks, and theses/dissertations, I have not yet edited fiction, despite being an avid reader. I'm especially fond of YA, fantasy and science fiction, mystery novels, and historical fiction.

In order for new clients to become familiar with my services, I am willing to provide a sample edit of 5,000 words. After that, my standard fee is $0.005/word.

If you are interested in sampling my services, please contact me either through Goodreads or at revisionaryeditorialservices@gmail.com .

[Erika]

My new website is up. I provide comprehensive editing services; please take a look!
http://verbatimetliteratim.weebly.com/

[Pratik]

i have been approved by leadstart publishing, mumbai, after i sent them my full manuscript along with my choice of publishing i.e. option 1 traditional publishing. They said they will get back to me with a contract, as and when their commissioning editor approves. I would like to know how was your experience with publishiers or editors and how much time they usually take to offer a contract after approval?

I first mailed them the initial query and within 15 days they were done evaluating the full manuscript and had approved it.

Is it normal from their side to approve manuscripts within 15 days and what is the normal time span between acceptance and contractual offer??

I am new and this is the first time i have been approved by a publisher. so please guide me and share your experience.

[Grace]

I have never dealt with them but a good rule these days in the publishing industry is ALWAYS proceed cautiously when signing a contract with anyone to do your books. Do google searches to see what you can find about their company or what others have experienced. Also check out Writer's Beware website they have a lot of the latest warnings on any troublesome issues in this industry. http://www.sfwa.org/other-resources/f.... Good luck.

[Grace]

http://accrispin.blogspot.com/2011/08.... Read the comments below this article also. Someone mentions this company. You can email Victoria who runs this blog and they are very good about responding with information they have. Also: http://accrispin.blogspot.com/search?...

[Katie]

Katie McCoach of KM Editorial is a freelance developmental book editor working with self-published, indie, and authors seeking traditional representation. She aims to see you and your work succeed! With Katie's services you will work together to create your best possible story.

Services you will find under KM Editorial:

Developmental Editing
Author Coaching
Critique/Editorial Review
Substantive Editing
Query Letter Critique & Editing

Interview with Katie McCoach on book editing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qhTmV...

"Penny Sansevieri of Author Marketing Experts suggested that I contact Katie. It didn’t take me long to realize that I had found the perfect editor..." -Author Frank Iannella

For testimonials please visit: http://katiemccoach.com/client-testim...

For a quote please email Katie at Info@KatieMcCoach.com or visit http://katiemccoach.com/about-katie/

[Nikki]

Hey, guys! Metamorphosis Editing Services is opening submissions for Beta Reading and Editing for February on!
Take a look at the site and email us if you have any questions!
Website: http://metamorphosiseditingservices.b...
Email us:
MetamorphosisEditingService@gmail.com
Here are the prices below! : )

Beta Reading: $.0015 Per Word

Detailed Copy Editing: $.0025 Per Word

Proof Reading: $.0035 Per Word

Synopsis Editing: $35 Flat Rate

We look forward to hearing from you!

[S.A.]

My name is Sara, and I'm an indie author and freelance editor. I offer copy editing for $8 per 1,000 words, proofreading for $5 per 1,000 words, and $10 per 1,000 words for both services. You can check out my website for more information: http://www.saraathertonmason.com/edit...

Or email me: sara.a.mason@gmail.com

[Beryl]

I am the editor of The Writer's Drawer Book Series, deriving from the website The Writer's Drawer. You, too, can get a story or poem published!
Check out the series:
http://www.thewritersdrawer.net/write...
and the website:
http://www.thewritersdrawer.net/
You can contact me at:
writersdrawer@gmail.com

[Nadia]

Hi there!

I'm looking for something a little bit specific that I haven't found anywhere else, so let's see if I'm lucky this time.

First of all, I'm not interested in hiring the services of any editor of any kind, but I'm looking for a collaborator who helps me improving my writing AT THE SAME TIME I help him doing the same.

The thing is I’m a native Spanish writer, and that’s the language I use to publish my books. But I’m also interested in practicing my English writing skills, not just to sell my production, but just to learn the language.

That’s why I’m looking for an English native speaker who would read my short writings and give me suggestions to improve them, but just on an informal basis.

In exchange, I’ll do what I can to help him to achieve proficiency in Spanish by reading and commenting his writings too.

I hope this makes sense. Please feel free to contact me if you are interested!

[Tom]

My name is Thomas, here for Main Line Editing, and I'm looking to book clients for February and early March.

I can provide extremely affordable and thorough proofreading, copy-editing, and developmental editing with a quick turnaround. Some of my clients include NYT bestsellers and professional editors, and I'm always happy to help debut authors make their mark. My rates are specifically aimed toward accommodating the needs of indie authors, so feel free to contact me today to set up a schedule for your manuscript.

If you want to see some testimonials and learn more about a free sample edit, check out my website —> http://www.mainlineediting.com

[Al "Tank"]

After 8 years, I've retired as lead copy editor for AKW Books. Now taking reservations for one manuscript in February.

I prefer science fiction / fantasy (without the zombies and vampires). But I have experience in a wide variety of genres.

Rates depend upon how much time it's going to take me. If your ms is fairly clean, it costs less -- and conversely.

Examples of my work:
-Anything by John Bowers, Bruce Davis, Kriss Erickson (her fantasy series and autobiography), Louis Birner, Mary Elizabeth Fricke
-Terry Perrine's Storm Coming
-A. Koyfman's King of Collins
-Gregory Bryant's Butcher of Akegawa
and dozens of others.

And, no, I'm not expensive.

[Nicole]

Hello there!

My name is Nicole, I'm 19 from Arizona. I'm going to college, majoring in journalism and taking classes for creative writing. I LOVE TO WRITE, and I love to see what other people write about. The one thing that irks me about a good story? Poor editing.

No, I'm not a professional. (Which is why I will never charge you $100 for an edit,) But I am an avid reader of books with a knack for grammar. I get you, I really do. It'd be a cold day down under when I cough up $100 bucks for someone to auto-correct my story.

Which is why I'm willing to work with you. I do cheap book editing, about 12,000 words for just $5. And no, you don't have to give me your whole book. Yes, I WILL give you a sample edit of 1,000 words before you commit!

Commitment is a struggle.

If interested, feel free to email me at nicolejoseph.journalism@gmail.com.

From there I will redirect you to Fiverr.com, a safe, SECURE business that I am apart of.

For the link to my other gigs, here it is! https://www.fiverr.com/nicolepictures

[Jessica]

Hi Everyone,

I'm a freelance editor who specializes in fiction (but am willing to edit anything you throw at me!). I have a Certificate in Copy Editing from UC San Diego, a Master's Degree in Literature, and five years of experience editing.

I offer proofreading, copy editing, substantive editing, developmental editing, book jacket descriptions, and beta reading. My rates are super affordable at only $1.75/250 words for substantive editing. I offer free quotes, fast delivery, and all the skill and passion I possess.

For more information, visit my website http://jessicawholland.wix.com/jessic...

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