Services & Pricing

I offer clear, professional editorial services designed to help writers strengthen their manuscripts and prepare for submission or publication. Every project is unique, so pricing is transparent and based on word count.

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Developmental Editing

📖 Big-picture feedback for structure, pacing, and character arcs.

• In-depth analysis of plot, character development, and worldbuilding.

• Includes an editorial letter and margin notes with actionable suggestions.
  💲 $0.038 per word

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Line Editing

✍️ Sentence-level feedback for style, flow, and voice.

• Improves readability and consistency.

• Smooths awkward phrasing while preserving author’s voice.
  💲$0.04 per word

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Proofreading

✨ Final polish before submission or publication.

• Catches typos, formatting errors, and small inconsistencies.

• Recommended as the final step after revisions.
  💲 $0.026 per word

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Query Package

📌 Perfect for authors preparing to query literary agents.

• Query letter review and revision.

• One-page synopsis review.

• First 10 manuscript pages edit.
  💲 Flat rate: $120

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Hourly Consultation

🎯 Targeted advice on your manuscript, query, or publishing journey.

• One-on-one Zoom or phone session.

• Focused feedback for your specific challenges or goals.
  💲 $60/hour

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Custom Packages

Need more than one service? I offer tailored packages (e.g., developmental edit + query package) with adjusted pricing to fit your project.

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Why Work With Me?

• 📖 Literary Agent – I know firsthand what agents and editors look for.

• 🖊️ Editorial Freelance Association (EFA) member – I follow professional industry standards.

• 🎓 BA and MA in English – advanced training in literature, writing, and analysis.

📌 Ready to get started? Contact me at beyondliteraryedits@gmail.com for a free consultation and a personalized quote.

Pricing Examples

To give you an idea of costs, here are some sample calculations based on manuscript length:

Service	Word Count	Rate	Estimated Cost
Developmental Editing	60,000 words	$0.038/word	$2,280
Developmental Editing	80,000 words	$0.038/word	$3,040
Proofreading	60,000 words	$0.026/word	$1,560
Proofreading	80,000 words	$0.026/word	$2,080

💡 For projects of a different length, just multiply your total word count by the rate.

• Developmental Editing: word count × 0.038

• Proofreading: word count × 0.026

📌 Need help estimating your cost? Contact me with your manuscript’s word count, and I’ll send a personalized quote.