Horrorsmith Editing

Service Packages

I am not a proponent of the term "pricing". It implies a simple commodity that provides neither value nor longevity, whereas an investment suggests both. Investing in an editor is a partnership. If you invest in my services, I will invest my time and efforts to polish, refine, and maintain your authorial voice.

Here are descriptions of a few services offered by Horrorsmith Editing. You can find all available editing packages and rates further down. Multiple payment arrangements are available and will be detailed in your proposal.

Developmental Editing

A developmental edit focuses on the story as a whole from a birds-eye view, taking in how the beginning, middle, and end intertwine to form a cohesive narrative arc. Sub plots are examined for proper development, spacing, and conclusion. Point of view is nailed down and made consistent, while characters are fleshed out and brought to life.

Line/Copy Editing

Line and copy editing are two different tiers of editing, and most editors quote rates for them accordingly. However, my own personal preference as an editor is to combine the two into one thorough editing package. These tiers focus on the reader's experience, making sure sentences flow with reduced redundancy and repetition and that the author "shows" vs. "tells". Syntax and word choice are examined and adjusted accordingly. The editor corrects any instances of head hopping, tense changes, and excessive passive voice. Misspellings, punctuation, and grammar concerns will also be addressed.

Manuscript Evaluation

A manuscript evaluation will catch issues with dialogue, flat description, stylistic issues, plot consistency, thematic concerns, and overall character development.. I will review your manuscript and supply you with an extensive evaluation detailing your manuscript's strengths and struggles. I will also provide you with a detailed editing plan that I feel will be most successful for the development of your novel.

Manuscript Review

Unsure what level of editing your manuscript needs? Need ideas on how to further expand and elaborate your story? Need an objective view of what scenes to cut to reduce word count? Have beta readers brought up specific concerns about your plot or characters, and you need a professional opinion? That is what a manuscript review is for!

Platinum Developmental Editing Package

Two rounds of developmental editing
Detailed manuscript evaluation and thorough editing notes via Tracked Changes
Two rounds line/copy editing
Thorough line/copy edits via Tracked Changes
Manuscript style sheet
Book Map via Excel
Character development sheets
A final read-through after all suggested edits have been made

Rate: .02/per word, or $20 per 1,000 words

Gold Developmental Editing Package

One round developmental editing
Detailed manuscript evaluation and thorough editing notes via Tracked Changes
One round line/copy editing
Thorough line/copy edits via Tracked Changes
Manuscript style sheet
Book Map via Excel
Character development sheets
A final read-through after all suggested edits have been made

Rate: .015 per/word, or $15 per 1,000 words

Silver Developmental Editing Package

Detailed manuscript review and thorough editing notes via Tracked Changes
One round/line copy editing
Thorough line/copy edits via Tracked Changes
Manuscript style sheet
A final read-through after all suggested edits have been made

Rate: .013/per word, or $13 per 1,000 words

Platinum Line/Copy Editing Package

Two rounds of line/copy editing
Detailed manuscript evaluation and thorough editing notes via Tracked Changes
Thorough line/copy edits via Tracked Changes
Manuscript style sheet
Book Map via Excel
Character development sheets
A final read-through after all suggested edits have been made

Rate: .014/per word, or $14 per 1,000 words

Gold Line/Copy Editing Package

One round line/copy editing
Detailed manuscript evaluation and thorough editing notes via Tracked Changes
Thorough line/copy edits via Tracked Changes
Manuscript style sheet
Book Map via Excel
Character development sheets
A final read-through after all suggested edits have been made

Rate: .012 per/word, or $12 per 1,000 words

Silver Line/Copy Editing Package

One round/line copy editing
Thorough line/copy edits via Tracked Changes
Manuscript style sheet
A final read-through after all suggested edits have been made

Rate: .01/per word, or $10 per 1,000 words

Proofreading Package

Two rounds of proofreading

Rate: .004/per word, or $4 per 1,000 words

Manuscript Evaluation Package

Read-through of manuscript
Detailed editorial letter
Book Map via Excel
Character development sheets

Rate: .008 per/word

Manuscript Review Package

Read-through of manuscript
Editorial letter focusing on specific issues author wants addressed
One-hour phone consultation

Rate: .003/per word

Formatting Package

Ebook formatted in .epub format
Paperback formatted in .pdf format
Style sheet selections for customization

All formatting completed in Vellum

$100 with 24-hour turnaround

$75 with 48-hour turnaround

Book Coaching

Writing plan tailored to your specific publishing goals
Weekly phone consultation and editing
Word Count Accountability
Brainstorming Sessions

Rate: $50 per hour

Ghostwriting

Detailed outline of proposed manuscript
Weekly or biweekly phone consultations to discuss progress

Please request a quote to discuss rates.