Copy Editing

Copy Editing

We identify and fix spelling and grammar errors, tone and style inconsistencies, and awkward syntax while maintaining your author voice.

Is this service right for you?

You've got all the hard work done. Your story's on point, but now you need a fresh pair of eyes to make sure your sentences flow, your dialogue isn't yawn-worthy, and your overall vocab matches the genre. Plus taking out those dialogue tags, filtering words, repetitions... Yikes! Our copy edit package includes all that and more, delivered with in-text edits/tracked changes/comments (if warranted) in the manuscript.

Our expertise, cost, and turnaround time

Genres:
fantasy, romance (including paranormal), young adult (romance, dystopian, fantasy), and thrillers
Cost:

Starting at $0.02 per word

Booking: Please note that as of April 1, 2024, a 10% deposit of the total cost will be required to book a copy editing slot.

Over 100,000 words?

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Turnaround:
1-2 weeks for a novella (60K and under)
2-3 weeks for a novel (60K and over)

Quick Quote

Round up to nearest 1,000 words
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What authors say about us

“Exceeded my expectations”

“I had been unhappy with my initial editor and was a bit wary going forward. But Alexa’s skills as an editor, with both developmental and copy editing, exceeded my expectations. She is thorough and meticulous, but also warm and encouraging, and generous with advice outside of the editing purview. I was so pleased with the result that I hired Alexa to edit my next two books in the series and recommended her to two fellow authors who subsequently hired her as well. I should add that Luna Imprints stays in line with standard rates for editing and proofreading, but provides (in my opinion) superior services, and offers great little perks such as online Zoom meetings to follow up with any questions or clarifications. I greatly appreciate the fact that Alexa is respectful of me as an author, always acknowledging that it is not her book, it is mine, and changes are ultimately up to me. This is not only reassuring, but it also makes it easier to accept the changes and recommendations that I need to make in order to make the book shine, even though I don’t always want to do so. All these facets add up to my recommendation of Alexa Padou as an outstanding editor!”

Judith Lepore

Author of the The Magic of Miraven epic fantasy series

IMPORTANT NOTICES
Pricing

Pricing is in US dollars and is subject to change. Manuscript length and complexity can lead to additional charges. We will always contact you before proceeding in such cases.

English Proficiency

We do not accept manuscripts with a poor mastery of the English language. If you are unsure, please send us the first chapter of your work. Any misrepresentation of the complexity of your novel will lead to your order being cancelled.

Turnaround

Unless otherwise specified on your invoice, turnaround for the majority of our packages is 2-3 weeks. We can accommodate urgent requests, but there will be an additional rush fee. Please contact us in advance.