Editing Services
All projects are different so prices may vary.
Single Quill Content Editing
includes one round of editing and suggestions for revision.
.025/word
$125 minimum
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Double Quill Content Editing
includes one round of content editing with suggestions for revision followed by a review of the author's revised manuscript.
0.035/word
$175 minimum
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Triple Quill Content Editing
includes one round of content editing with suggestions for revision, a followup review of revisions, and proofreading.
0.05/word
$225 minimum
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Developmental editing
Developmental editing helps shape the work, from finding issues with the plot direction to the actual organization of chapters and sections. The editor helps bring a manuscript closer to its final, publishable structure. This type of editing can be an intensive process and may challenge the author to reassess their writing. After developmental editing, a project is ready for the next stage in the writing process, which is copyediting. At CQ, coaching is often paired with a developmental editing package.
Copyediting
Copyediting involves working closely with the actual language of the text. The editor may point out general errors with the writing, such as inconsistency in verb tenses,and make suggestions regarding word choice and grammar. After a thorough copyedit, the manuscript is ready to move on to the proofreading stage.
Content editing
At CQ, we define content editing as a combination of developmental editing and copyediting. We look for consistency and coherency at the level of the whole, and we pay attention to grammar, syntax, diction, and dialogue throughout.
Proofreading/line editing
Proofreading is generally considered to be the final step in the editing process. Proofreaders focus on the formatting of the work and check for technical and stylistic consistency. Like a copyeditor, they will point out and correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation issues within the work. However, they are less concerned with errors in the content of the work, such as word choice and fact checking, as it is presumed these issues were corrected in the copyediting stage.
Additional Services
Coaching for Writers
Custom tailored coaching and coaching/editing packages are available for writers who need support, strategies, and accountability practices to develop effective writing habits and bring their projects to fruition. Request a Quote
Statistical Analyses
Services include both descriptive and inferential statistics. We assist with the early stages of research study design and the creation of data collection instruments, help run statistics on datasets, and assist with the interpretation and writeup of results. Request a Quote
