Every author, regardless of how successful, needs an editor. As an author myself, I understand that your book is your baby. I also realize that some writers simply don't like the idea of someone else coming along and "changing," their work. However, none of us are perfect. We all need a fresh pair of eyes to add the polish our manuscripts need to become successful books. I am happy to provide you with the editing services that will give your manuscript that polish.
Full manuscript evaluations are for those authors who desire a complete and honest review of their work. This evaluation is provided by a third party who will review your entire manuscript--not just the first few chapters. The evaluator has no financial interest in any of the services that I provide, however he, or she, will let you know what is working and where you need help.
Copy editing includes correction of spelling and punctuation errors, addressing minor problems with sentence and paragraph structure and, when necessary, changing and rephrasing copy to help the text flow more smoothly to be more easily understood by the reader.
Substantive editing is for those manuscripts that are in need of more help. Along with spelling and punctuation correction, substantive editing requires rewriting copy and restructuring entire paragraphs.
Fact checking means confirming information presented in your manuscript with an internet search and double-checking for accuracy. Fact checking should not be confused with conducting actual research.
I edit the following book genres.
Fiction
General Fiction (excluding erotica, horror and science fiction)
Children's Books - picture books
Children's Books - juvenile fiction
Nonfiction
Arts & Crafts
Biographies
Coffee Table Books
Cookbooks
Gardening
Historical Clothing
Inspirational
Memoirs
Self-improvement
Travel and Tourism (especially books about Arizona and the southwest)
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