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As I copyedit, I take a close look at your manuscript and check it for both spelling and grammar errors. Copyediting is more about the mechanics of writing than it is about style. You should have already had your manuscript structurally edited, as large portions of text can change during that process. Once you’re happy with the structure, then it’s time for the copyedit.<\/p>\n\n\n
As part of the copyedit, I’ll be looking at:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
After your manuscript has been edited and laid out for printing, it’s time for a final check to make sure everything is correct. Sometimes, errors can be introduced when the document is typeset, so proofreading is an opportunity to find any of those errors that may have crept in. It’s also a time to find things like widows and orphans.<\/p>\n\n\n
When undertaking a proofread of your manuscript, here’s what you can expect:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There’s really no way to know exactly what copyediting or proofreading will cost without knowing more about your manuscript. If you’d like an estimate, get in touch below and we can discuss your needs and the likely cost involved. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
As a guide, I adhere to the recommendations of the Institute of Professional Editors<\/a> (IPEd). Although I have many years of informal experience, I am an Associate member of IPEd with less than two years experience.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n
Tell me about your project<\/h2>\n\n\n