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editing
developmental edits
This is the big picture edit where your editor gives feedback on:
content
characters
structure
clarity and completeness of plot
dialogue
and more.
$0.012/word
Beth, Holly, Amandaline edits
This is the polishing edit that’s more art than science, looking in detail at:
word choice
cadence and rhythm
sentence structure
character voice
dialogue tags and action tags
and more.
$0.016/word
Beth, Hollycopy edits
This is the technical edit that’s more science than art and focuses on grammar and technical details like:
spelling
punctuation
subject/verb agreement
verb tense
and more.
$0.0088/word
Beth, Hollyproofreading
This is the last line of defense against:
typos
formatting issues
repetitive/missed words or letters
inconsistencies
incorrect facts
and more.
$0.0065/word
Beth, Holly, Amandaediting packages
dev + line/copy + proof*
dev + line/copy
line/copy + proof*
line/copy
*proofread performed by a separate BHI editor.
audiobook editing
Audiobook editing includes listening to your audio file and following along in your printed/on-screen manuscript to find errors in:
pronunciation
audio tech issues
Preparation for recording includes:
removing dialogue tags
color-coding dialogue
parentheticals for dialogue delivery
$20/hour