Copy Editing

Flawless Grammar.
Perfect Consistency.

Professional copy editing that catches every grammar error, punctuation mistake, and inconsistency before your book reaches readers.

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What We Offer

What Copy Editing Covers

Copy editing is the technical polish that makes your manuscript publication-ready.

Grammar & Syntax

Every sentence is checked for grammatical correctness, proper syntax, and clear construction.

From $0.012 / word

Spelling & Punctuation

Comprehensive spell-check with context awareness - we catch errors that automated tools miss.

Included in copy edit

Style Consistency

We ensure consistent use of capitalization, hyphenation, numbers, and formatting throughout your manuscript.

Included in copy edit

Style Guide Compliance

We edit to Chicago Manual of Style, AP Style, or your publisher's house style - your choice.

Included in copy edit

Fact & Continuity Check

We flag factual inconsistencies, timeline errors, and character detail contradictions for your review.

Included in copy edit

Copy Edit + Proofread Bundle

Copy editing followed by a final proofread - the complete technical polish package for publication.

From $0.018 / word

Simple Process

How It Works

Submit Your Manuscript

Upload your Word document. Tell us your preferred style guide (Chicago, AP, or house style).

Copy Edit

Your copy editor works through every sentence, tracking all changes in Word for your review.

Style Sheet Delivery

You receive your edited manuscript plus a style sheet documenting all editorial decisions made.

Review & Approve

Accept or reject changes in Word. Ask questions about any edit you're unsure about.

Style Guides We Work With

We edit to the standard that fits your book and market

Chicago Manual of Style

AP Stylebook

MLA Handbook

APA Style

Oxford Style

House Style

Custom Style Guide

US English

UK English

Canadian English

Australian English

Why Choose Us

Copy Editing That Catches Everything

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Human Editors, Not Software

Our copy editors are trained professionals, not grammar checkers. They understand context and nuance.

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Style Sheet Included

Every copy edit includes a style sheet documenting all decisions - essential for series consistency.

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Tracked Changes

All edits are tracked in Word. You maintain full control over every change to your manuscript.

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Fast Turnaround

Most manuscripts are returned within 7 days. Rush 3-day copy editing available.

99.9%

Error-Free Rate

Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Copy editing is a thorough technical review of grammar, style, and consistency. Proofreading is a final light check after layout for any remaining errors. Copy editing always comes before proofreading.

We default to Chicago Manual of Style for books. We can edit to AP, MLA, APA, or your publisher's house style on request.

Copy editing focuses on technical correctness, not style. We preserve your voice while fixing errors.

A 80,000-word manuscript typically takes 7-10 days. Rush 3-day service is available.

Yes. Grammar software catches basic errors but misses context-dependent mistakes, style inconsistencies, and continuity errors that human editors catch.

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