Copy Editing for Fiction & Non-Fiction Authors
Copy editing is the stage that makes your manuscript read cleanly, professionally, and consistently, without changing your voice. If your story and structure are in place and you want expert eyes to polish the writing, we will correct errors, smooth clarity issues, and make sure your book feels ready for readers.
What’s included
Throughout the copy edit, we will:
- Correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling
- Fix consistency issues, including names, timelines, capitalisation, hyphenation, and repeated wording
- Flag tense shifts and point of view slips
- Improve clarity where wording is confusing or ambiguous, while keeping your style intact
- Add comments and queries where meaning needs your input
- Provide clear notes so you understand changes and can apply them going forward.
During the editing process, you can:
- Discuss advice and suggestions over email or video call
- Have brainstorming sessions (especially helpful for fantasy writers building detailed worlds)
- Receive publishing advice
You will also receive (free):
- Assistance with writing your blurb/synopsis
- Help choosing the right cover
- A detailed marketing plan
- A website (see our writers’ pages)
- Promotion across our social media
- A video call with Amy Scott to discuss publishing options
Not sure this type of editing is for you? Submit a sample and we’ll tell you the best next step.
Pricing
Our pricing reflects our editorial values. It is transparent, considered, and always accessible.
Price: £0.01 / $0.014 per word
How it works: Pay-as-you-go sectional editing (10,000–30,000 words at a time) so you stay in control of timing and budget.
Request a free sample edit
Is copy editing right for you?
Copy editing is a great fit if you:
- Feel confident in the story and structure
- Want a professional polish before publishing or submitting
- Want consistency, correctness, and clarity across the whole manuscript.
Prefer a more complete edit?
Many writers choose our Full Edit, which combines copy editing with deeper line-level improvements and editorial guidance.
FAQs
What is the difference between copy editing and proofreading?
Copy editing improves correctness and consistency at sentence level. Proofreading is the final check after edits and usually after formatting.
Will you change my voice?
No. We focus on clarity and correctness while keeping your style intact.
Do you edit all genres?
Yes, we edit fiction and non-fiction across all genres.
Can I send my manuscript in sections?
Yes, you can send 10,000 to 30,000 words at a time.
How long does a copy edit take?
Turnaround depends on word count and current schedule. We confirm timing after reviewing your sample.
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