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Writing and Editing Services

Editing Services

Sample Edit (Up to 2000 words): Free!
Proofreading and Beta-reading: One cent per word ($0.01/word).
Copy Editing: Two cents per word ($0.02/word).
Line Editing: Three cents per word ($0.03/word).
Developmental & Structural Editing: $0.04/word.

Comprehensive Package: $0.05/word.

This option takes you from rough draft to complete manuscript in three rounds of editing.

We will begin with developmental and structural editing to ensure your plot, pacing, character development, conflict and resolution, etc. are strong from start to finish. The next round will focus on copy and line editing to improve clarity, flow, and voice--smoothing awkward phrasing, eliminating redundancies, polishing the language, etc. The final edit will focus on proofreading, eliminating any remaining typos, punctuation errors, and other issues.

Your book blurb, author biography, synopsis, Amazon A+ Content, and any marketing materials, including your website copy, are included with this package--everything you need for a confident book launch. Contact heather@crosstheteas.org for a free consultation to help you decide which editing package is right for you.

Content / Ghost Writing

$25 per page/item

🖋️ Speeches
📜 Articles
🖋️ Web content
📜 Short stories
🖋️ Advertisements
📜 Amazon Product Description
🖋️ Amazon A+ Content
📜 Marketing materials
🖋️ Author bio/burb
📜 Book blurb / synopsis

Payment plans are available! You may split the total up into as many as three (3) payments. The first payment is due when the client contract is signed--before I start working. The second payment is due when I reach the half-way point. I will take a break until I receive it. The final payment is due when I send the completed manuscript. One free revision is included to address client feedback and any lingering concerns you may have, but only after the final payment has been made.

Contact me at heather@crosstheteas.org to level up your digital marketing!

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"But I can just do my own editing for free!"

Of course you can, but a fresh set of eyes can make a significant difference in the quality of your final manuscript. Even the best writers can miss things when they read their own material repeatedly. A fresh perspective brings a level of objectivity and attention to detail that’s hard to achieve on your own. That's part of why authors who invest in professional editing and cover design sell 34% more copies!

Catching Errors You Missed

You work closely with your own writing, so it is easy to become too familiar with it and overlook small errors like typos, repetitive phrasing, or awkward sentence structures. A fresh set of eyes can spot these easily because they’re reading the material for the first time. The errors stand out more because they aren't used to seeing them.

Studies show that proofreading is 50% more effective when done by someone else, due to the new reader's fresh perspective.

Ensuring Audience Appropriateness

A fresh set of eyes can help your writin resonates with your readers. An outsider can identify where you may have unintentionally included jargon or references that are unclear or off-putting to certain readers.

A report from the Nielsen Norman Group found that user testing (i.e., having someone new review content) can increase user comprehension by up to 50%, demonstrating how outside input can enhance the effectiveness of your writing.

Improving Clarity and Flow

A new reader can provide valuable insights into whether your writing is clear and coherent. They may notice parts that are confusing or hard to follow, helping you improve the flow of your content.

According to a survey by the National Center for the Blind, 80% of people find it easier to grasp concepts when someone else explains them, underscoring the value of fresh insight in writing.

Offering Constructive Criticism

An external editor or reviewer can offer a level of constructive criticism that you might not be able to provide yourself. This feedback can be invaluable for improving the quality of your writing, as they can identify areas where the tone, pacing, or message might need adjustment.

A study published in the "Journal of Business Communication" revealed that 72% of professionals believe peer review improves the quality of writing, supporting the benefits of getting outside input.

A fresh set of eyes ensures that your work is as polished, clear, and effective as possible. It provides the opportunity for someone to spot errors you may have missed, suggest improvements, and give feedback that helps you refine your message. The objectivity and expertise that come with an additional editor or reviewer can elevate the quality of your writing and make it more engaging for your audience.

Email heather@crosstheteas.org to learn how we can make your manuscript really sparkle! We offer a free sample edit of 1,000-2,000 so you can try out the service risk-free.


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