Proofreading is the final quality check before publication, ensuring your manuscript is free of typos, minor grammar issues, and formatting inconsistencies. Most authors do this in one or two stages: typically once before formatting, and optionally after formatting in .epub or .pdf files.
At LIAS, we provide the first stage as standard and can accommodate the second stage if needed. For formatted files, rather than tracked changes, you’ll receive a detailed report indicating the location of each correction (for .epub) or page number (for .pdf).
If you're hiring a formatter, we strongly recommend completing your proofreading before formatting, as multiple revisions on formatted files may incur additional charges.
Starting at $0.02 per word
Adjusted pricing available if booked following a copy/line edit or other LIAS editing package
Booking: A 20% deposit of the total cost is required to secure your copyediting slot.
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“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!”
Author of the The Magic of Miraven epic fantasy series
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.
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.
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.