I specialize in Christian nonfiction: Devotionals, Bible studies, Christian living, and memoirs. I look for biblical accuracy and sound theology, as well as overall messaging and a Christ-centered focus.
Proofreading – Final review before publication
- Check for basic grammar, punctuation, spelling, typos, and formatting issues
- MS Word documents or PDF
Rate: $0.01 per word
Critique – Broad spectrum review for guidance to move the project forward
- Check for consistency of topics and themes
- Make general suggestions to sharpen communication of concepts
- Provide notes to more fully develop the manuscript as a whole
- MS Word documents only
Rate: $0.02 per word
Copyediting – Thorough review to polish a completed manuscript
- Check for consistency of topics and themes
- Make specific suggestions to sharpen communication of concepts
- Line-by-line review of syntax, word usage, and sentence structure
- Correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation
- MS Word documents only
Rate: $0.02 – 0.03 per word
Substantive Editing & Ghostwriting – Ideal for teams of writers and off-shore writers
- Check for consistency of topics and themes
- Assist to sharpen communication of concepts
- Assist to improve syntax, word usage, and sentence structure
- Bring multiple voices into alignment in American English
- Mold various short works (blogs, articles, etc.) into a single cohesive work
- Work with the writer(s) to more fully develop the manuscript
- MS Word documents only
Rate: $0.03 – 0.07 per word
Coaching
- Work closely with the author to develop structure, direction, and message of the manuscript
- Review manuscript to provide specific feedback about content, focus, and messaging
- Rates vary by manuscript. Quotes available upon request.
Formatting
- Prepare the manuscript for e-publication on Amazon KDP
- Rates vary by manuscript. Quotes available upon request.