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Editing & Proofreading Services

Every Great Book Starts with a Great Edit.

By the time you finish a manuscript, you are too close to it to see every weak spot. Publishing Squad provides Professional Editing and Proofreading Services that improve structure, clarity, consistency, and correctness while preserving the author's voice.

INVESTMENT$1,499
WORD COUNTUp to 120K
TURNAROUND~4 weeks
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The Full Scope

What's Included

01

Developmental Editing

Big-picture feedback on structure, pacing, argument flow, chapter order, and story movement.

02

Line Editing

Sentence-level refinement for tone, clarity, rhythm, and reader experience.

03

Copyediting

Grammar, punctuation, syntax, consistency, and style-guide correction.

04

Proofreading

Final typo and formatting pass before publication.

05

Editorial Report

A clear summary of strengths, issues, and actionable next steps.

Elite Standard Service
06

Revision Support

Post-edit guidance to help the author understand and apply feedback.

Revision Support
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Get a free consultation and discover exactly how we'll bring your manuscript to market.

Our Methodology

How It Works

A structured editorial process that moves from manuscript review to sample edit, deeper passes, author revisions, and final proofread.

1
Step 01

Manuscript Review

Assess the manuscript and assign an editor matched to the genre.

2
Step 02

Sample Edit

Provide a sample edit so the author can see the approach.

3
Step 03

Developmental Pass

Review structure, argument, plot, pacing, and reader flow.

4
Step 04

Line Edit

Improve sentences for clarity, voice, and rhythm.

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Step 05

Copyediting

Correct grammar, punctuation, consistency, and style issues.

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Step 06

Author Revisions

Give the author time and guidance to apply feedback.

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Step 07

Final Proofread

Complete the last clean pass before formatting or publication.

Vetting Process

Is This Right for You?

This is for authors who want Book Editing and Proofreading Services that improve the manuscript without taking over the voice.

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The Standard

The Ideal Author

  • You have a completed draft ready for professional polish.

  • You are writing nonfiction, memoir, fiction, or thought leadership.

  • You want to preserve voice while improving clarity and quality.

  • You are willing to revise based on honest editorial feedback.

The Alternative

The Alternative Path

  • Your manuscript is still in early drafting.

  • You only want a few grammar fixes with no deeper feedback.

  • You need ghostwriting rather than Manuscript Editing Services for Authors.

We only accept 4 new manuscripts per month to maintain our executive quality standards.

Editorial Polish

Editorial Excellence, Delivered in Every Format

Professional Editing is not just correcting commas. It is the process of helping the book read clearly, hold attention, and feel ready for publication in print, eBook, or audio.

Market Insight

Careful editing can improve reviews, reduce reader frustration, and strengthen trust in the author's work.

Proofread manuscript with editorial marks

247

corrections applied

Grammar · Style · Flow
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Multi-Format Editing

The edit keeps the final publishing format in mind, whether print, eBook, or narration script.

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Dedicated Editor

One editor stays close to the manuscript, voice, and goals.

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Style Guide Included

A style sheet documents recurring choices so the manuscript stays consistent.

Expansion

Explore the Full Suite of Publishing Squad Services

Standard Edit

$1,499

Copyediting and proofreading for manuscripts up to 80,000 words.

Professional Edit

$2,499

Line editing, copyediting, style guide, and editorial report up to 120,000 words.

Premium Path

Premium Edit

$3,999+

Developmental, line, and copyediting with publishing-readiness support.

STRATEGIC CONSULTATION

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Everything You Need
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Line editing improves style, clarity, and flow. Copyediting focuses on grammar, punctuation, consistency, and correctness.