
Editing
&
Book Services
The Book Editor is a one-stop shop for book services—from editing and proofreading, to design, marketing, and self-publishing support.
We're now offering design services for covers, internal layout, and PDFs.
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The 10-Hour Edit
$700 flat rate
A popular pick for those with tight budgets. The 10-Hour Edit is a flat rate for a set amount of work. The idea is that the feedback we give you during these 10 hours can be extrapolated and applied more broadly to your manuscript. However, it's no replacement for a full edit.
Book Video Interview
From $350
A video is one of the most powerful pieces of marketing content you can get.
Talking about your own book will only be so convincing, but to be interviewed shows that you mean business! You’ll look important, perhaps semi-famous, and we can help to design an interview that works for your project.
Free Editing Trial
Free!
If you'd like to see if The Book Editor is the right fit for you and your book, feel free to request a 1000-word editing trial. This will help us get you a price estimate for a full edit as well as give you a preview of what kinds of changes and feedback we'd be offering.
[For books over 20,000 words only]
** Urgent/priority work may incur a 15–20% surcharge. **
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Professional Book Services for Authors
Whether you're preparing your first manuscript or your tenth, we provide expert editorial, design, and publishing support to help you produce a professional-quality book that readers will trust and enjoy.
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As editors and book enthusiasts who have worked in the industry for around eight years now, helping new and experienced writers alike, we use our breadth of knowledge and experience to support our authors as best we can. From proofreading and editing to book marketing, consultation, self-publishing support, book design, formatting, and more, we consider ourselves a one-stop shop for book services and support in this industry that is saturated, technical, and requires a wide range of skills to succeed in the modern world.
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Our approaches to editing and book marketing are based in modern practices, combining our knowledge of reader psychology and cutting-edge digital marketing to help you not only get your book into the right hands, but looking like a book from a professional writer should. We don't just want to do it all for you, either, but help you understand what the best avenues and techniques are so you can keep them for life, for this project and all your projects to come.
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Even our editing services take a modern, unique approach that you won't find elsewhere...
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Our Book Editing Services
Most editors will break down the process into developmental, copy, and line editing specifically. They'll charge you by the word and provide a highly standardised service. Where we differ here is by combining all these types of editing into one streamlined approach. This keeps the process more organic, more complete, without you having to choose between interrelated services. Instead, we look at each manuscript on a case-by-case basis, where we help guide you on what we think is best for you and your manuscript. We effectively wrap developmental editing, copy editing, and line editing all into one, including elements of reader psychology, rhythm, character portrayal, and more. This saves you time and money while keeping things intuitive and streamlined.
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Still, it helps to understand what each kind of editing provides. You can find this below:
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Developmental Editing
Developmental editing focuses on the big-picture elements of your manuscript, including structure, pacing, character development, narrative flow, and reader engagement.
Our developmental editing service helps authors:
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Strengthen story structure
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Improve pacing and narrative tension
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Clarify themes and messaging
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Develop compelling characters
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Identify plot holes and inconsistencies
Ideal for:
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Novels
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Memoirs
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Non-fiction books
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Business books, company histories/memoirs, and bid proposals
Line Editing
Line editing improves the style and readability of your writing while preserving your unique voice.
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We focus on:
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Sentence flow
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Word choice
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Tone and consistency
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Clarity and engagement
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Eliminating repetition
Copy Editing
Our copy editing service ensures your manuscript is polished and professional.
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Grammar
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Spelling
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Punctuation
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Consistency
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Style guide compliance
Professional Proofreading Services
Proofreading is the final quality-control stage before publication.
We review:
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Typographical errors
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Formatting inconsistencies
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Missing words
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Spelling mistakes
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Layout issues
Perfect for manuscripts that have already been edited and are ready for publication.
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Book Design and Formatting
Interior Book Design
Professional interior formatting improves readability and creates a polished reader experience.
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We provide:
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Print-ready formatting
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Chapter styling
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Typography selection
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Professional page layouts
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EPUB and eBook formatting
Book Cover Design
A professionally designed cover can significantly impact book sales and reader engagement.
Our cover design services include:
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Custom cover concepts
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Genre-specific design
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Typography and branding
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Print and eBook covers
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Amazon KDP-ready files
Self-Publishing Support
Navigating self-publishing can be overwhelming. We guide authors through every stage of the publishing process.
Services include:
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Publishing consultation
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Marketing planning & strategy
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Cross-platform coordination
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Amazon KDP setup
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ISBN guidance
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Print-on-demand preparation
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Metadata optimisation
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Upload assistance
Manuscript Assessment
Not ready for a full edit? A manuscript assessment provides expert feedback on your book's strengths and areas for improvement without a line-by-line edit.
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Editorial report
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Structural recommendations
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Market positioning insights
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Next-step guidance
Author Coaching and Publishing Consultation
One-to-one support for authors seeking professional guidance.
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Topics may include:
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Writing strategy
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Self-publishing options
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Traditional publishing preparation
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Book marketing fundamentals
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Publishing timelines
Why Work With Us?
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Experienced, multi-talented professionals
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Clear, prompt communication
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Transparent, fair pricing
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Personalised editing experience
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Support from manuscript to publication and beyond
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between copy editing and proofreading?
Copy editing improves language, grammar, consistency, and clarity. Proofreading is the final review before publication and focuses on catching remaining errors.
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Do I need developmental editing?
If your manuscript requires feedback on structure, pacing, organisation, or overall effectiveness, developmental editing is usually the best place to start.
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Can you help me publish my book?
Yes. We provide self-publishing support for print and digital formats, including Amazon KDP and other major publishing platforms.
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