Full Edit (Copy + Line Editing) for Fiction & Non-Fiction | Scott Editorial

Is the Full Edit right for me?

The Full Edit is ideal if you want:

A complete, professional polish that improves clarity, flow, and correctness in one step
Feedback that strengthens storytelling on the page (characterisation, pacing within scenes, consistency) without a full structural overhaul
A supportive, guided process (questions welcome, optional calls) so you feel confident about your next draft

You might need Developmental Editing instead if:

You’re unsure the plot/structure is working, chapters need reordering, or the story needs major reshaping
You want deep, big-picture guidance and a revision roadmap before polishing the prose

What’s included

Throughout the process, we will:

Spot hidden inconsistencies and plot holes, including timeline slips, missing motivations, and continuity errors
Strengthen sentence construction and word choice so your voice stays yours, just clearer and more compelling
Flag where character reactions, dialogue, or decisions do not quite ring true, and suggest ways to deepen them
Highlight structural weak points at scene and chapter level, what to tighten, expand, move, or cut
Catch tense shifts, logic jumps, and accidental repetition that can pull readers out of the story
Identify point of view slips and help you keep perspective consistent and intentional
Suggest where scene setting, sensory detail, and worldbuilding can be sharpened for immersion
Correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling with a consistent style, including capitalisation, hyphenation, names, and formatting
Leave clear, practical notes so you know exactly what to revise next, and why.

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? Submit a sample and we’ll tell you the best next step.