Updated May 3, 2022
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What combination do you need?Character development, plot, pacing, and setting are used in every story, but what mix of these elements is needed for
your story? What combination will make your novel or novella compelling and exciting, driving your readers forward, anxious to see how the story ends?
Confusing sentences, overused words and phrases, unneeded speech tags, plot holes, and inconsistent characters can pull your readers out of the adventure you've created.
But it doesn't have to be that way. I've been providing editing services for authors since 2017. I have worked on over 300 titles in a wide variety of genres, and I would love to help you offer your readers the best form of your story possible. Find out how Picky Cat can help you get your work ready for publication or submission.
ABOUT ME~ I've been providing editing services for indie fiction authors since 2017.
~ While I am willing to work in almost any fiction genre, my personal favorites are science fiction, fantasy, urban fantasy, paranormal cozy mysteries, horror, post-apocalyptic, science fiction romance, and paranormal romance.
~ Confidentiality is guaranteed. I don't share pen names or real names with anybody.
SERVICESLine editing
$0.008/word
A deep dive edit that searches for inconsistent tenses, confusing plot elements, continuity errors, word and phrase overuse, unneeded speech tags, and clunky lines that might distract your reader from being fully engaged in the story. Copyediting and proofreading are included.
Line editing includes:
~A Microsoft Word document with Track Changes markup that includes editing suggestions and comments.
~A brief editorial letter (email or PDF).
~A Picky Cat style sheet outlining the specific details of your manuscript including character names and descriptions, terms, grammar rules and exceptions, and unique spellings for words created by author (especially useful for writers of science fiction and fantasy).
Copyediting$0.006/word
A line by line edit of your manuscript looking for plot flaws and continuity problems. Proofreading is included.
Copyediting includes:
~A Microsoft Word document with Track Changes markup that includes editing suggestions and comments.
~A Picky Cat style sheet outlining the specific details of your manuscript including character names and descriptions, terms, grammar rules and exceptions, and unique spellings for words created by author (especially useful for writers of science fiction and fantasy).
Proofreading$0.004/word
Finding and correcting misspelled words, incorrect words, missing words, punctuation errors, and grammar errors.
Proofreading includes:
A Microsoft Word document with Track Changes markup.
POLICIES AND PROCEDURESIntroductory Sample EditI'm excited about the opportunity to work with you on your novel or novella. Send me your story's first 2,000 words and I'll perform a free introductory sample edit at the line editing level. This is 100% free and lets you see if you like my editing style. It also provides an opportunity to determine the type of editing you need. Feel free to send your sample edit to pickycatproofreading@gmail.com.
OrderingComplete the contact form on my website (pickycatediting.com) or email me at pickycatproofreading@gmail.com to reserve a block of time.
Deposit50% of estimated fee (based on approximate wordcount) to reserve dates. Deposits are nonrefundable.
Cancellation/reschedulingPlease let me know as soon as possible if you need to reschedule or cancel. Manuscripts received after 9 a.m. Central Standard Time might have to be rescheduled.
TurnaroundWe will discuss an estimated turnaround time for your project to ensure we meet your publication goals. Turnaround will depend on the complexity of the manuscript, the type of edit being done, and my schedule.
PaymentAll charges are USD. Payment is expected within 48 hours of invoice being sent unless other arrangements have been made. I will invoice the email I received the manuscript from unless another email address is requested to be used.
I look forward to working with you!
More information can be found on my website -
www.pickycatediting.comQuestions? Contact me at pickycatproofreading@gmail.com
