Service
Book Editing
The invisible work that makes a book feel professional.
Developmental, line, copy and proof editing — matched to what your manuscript actually needs.
Editing is not proofreading with a bigger budget. A structural problem in chapter four cannot be fixed by tidying commas, and a beautifully structured book still loses readers if the sentences trip.
We assess the manuscript first and tell you honestly which level of editing it needs. You never pay for a service the book does not require.
Why it works
What you get from us
Honest assessment first
A written report on structure, pacing, voice and market readiness before any editing begins.
Tracked and explained
Every change is tracked and the significant ones are explained, so the final call stays yours.
Australian or international style
We edit to Australian, UK or US conventions and hold a style sheet for consistency.
Included
Everything in the package
No hidden line items. This is what lands in your inbox when the project is done.
- Editorial assessment report
- Developmental edit with structural notes
- Line edit for rhythm, clarity and voice
- Copy edit for grammar, consistency and fact checks
- Custom style sheet
- Final proofread on typeset pages
Questions
Good to know
Send us the manuscript and we will tell you. Most first-time authors benefit from a developmental pass before anything else.
No. A good editor sharpens your voice rather than replacing it, and every substantive change is visible for you to accept or reject.
Yes, alongside fiction, children's books, academic work and business titles.
Ready to see your name on a spine?
Tell us about the book. We will come back with an honest read on what it needs, what it costs and how long it takes.