Even strong manuscripts can benefit from an editorial review. Editing considers language quality, structure, consistency and the intended reader experience.
The appropriate service depends on the manuscript stage and the depth of feedback needed. We discuss editorial goals and scope before work begins.
Different levels of editing
Not every manuscript needs the same editorial intervention.
- Developmental editing: High-level structure, organization and reader experience.
- Line editing: Sentence-level clarity, flow and style.
- Copyediting: Grammar, punctuation, consistency and terminology.
- Proofreading: Final checks after revisions and formatting.
Respecting the author’s voice
Good editing aims to improve clarity without erasing the intended personality of the manuscript.
Frequently asked questions
Is proofreading the same as editing?
No. Proofreading generally checks a near-final text, while other editing levels can involve deeper revisions.