From a little bit of polish to full story excavation,
you’ll find what your story needs.

Services

Edits Underway provides professional editorial services for a wide range of genres, and specializes in:

• Women's Fiction

• Contemporary Fiction with Elements of Romance

• Creative Non-fiction

• Culture

• Travel

Rates listed are estimates.
Rates will be finalized before editor begins work.

Please note that a $200 rush fee applies to all expedited requests.

  • A light copyedit to catch grammar, punctuation, and other mechanical errors.

    2024 Rates: Range from .026/word to .03/word, depending on agreed-upon level of editing.

  • Includes everything in A Light Touch, plus:

    • A deeper look at character and story consistency

    • Specific suggestions to keep your reader engaged

    Both heavy copyediting and developmental editing available.

    Developmental edits include an editorial letter with feedback on character, plot, dialogue, transitions, chronology, stakes, pacing, and other story elements.

    2024 Rates: Range from . 03/wd to .04/wd, depending on the agreed-upon level of editing needed.

  • Need to know if you're hitting the mark? Get a structured review of pitch, query letter, book jacket material, synopsis, or first pages.

    Includes feedback on hook, story elements, dialogue, and more.

    Does not include copyediting.

    Beta reading also available.

    2024 Rates: Vary depending on manuscript length and author needs.

  • Unsure where to start? Have a professional editor design a custom editorial package designed for your unique publishing needs.

    Examples:

    • 30-minute video call to discuss plot ($40/session)

    • 1-hour video call to troubleshoot plot/character issues ($75/session)

    • Mini Developmental Edit, based off the first 25 pages and a synopsis ($300)