Services & Pricing
Professional editing is an investment in clarity, credibility, and reader trust. Each project is quoted individually based on manuscript complexity, citation density (where applicable), and timeline.
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The ranges below reflect typical projects that are complete and ready for copy editing or proofreading. Final rates are confirmed after sample review.
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All rates are listed in Canadian dollars (CAD).
Academic & Nonfiction Copy Editing
Best for: Manuscripts that are structurally complete and ready for detailed refinement.
Copy editing focuses on clarity, correctness, and consistency at the sentence level while ensuring alignment with the appropriate style guide.
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Includes:
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Correction of grammar, punctuation, and syntax
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Refinement of sentence clarity and concision
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Review of consistency in terminology and formatting
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Alignment with relevant style guide (APA, Chicago [CMOS], or publisher-specific)
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Review of citations and references for consistency and completeness
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Formatting corrections (headings, numbering, tables, figures, spacing)
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Style sheet creation, as needed.
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Editorial Fees: Copy editing typically ranges from $0.030–$0.050 per word, depending on complexity, citation density, and formatting requirements. Final pricing is determined by manuscript condition and scope.
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Academic & Nonfiction Proofreading
Best for: Near-final drafts ready for publication.
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Proofreading focuses on identifying residual typographical and formatting errors after copy editing or layout.
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Correction of typographical, spelling, and minor punctuation errors
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Identification of minor inconsistencies in formatting and presentation
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Verification of consistency in headings, numbering, and spacing
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Review of layout issues, including widows, orphans, and page breaks
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Final consistency check across the document.
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Proofreading does not include substantive revision or stylistic edits.
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Editorial Fees: Proofreading for academic & nonfiction work starts at $0.020 per word. Final pricing is determined by manuscript condition and scope.
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Founding Client Rate
Limited Availability!
As I expand my romance portfolio, I am offering a limited number of reduced-rate slots for romance authors in exchange for a testimonial and permission to list the book in my portfolio.
Copy Editing: $0.010–$0.018 per word
Copy Editing Plus: $0.018–$0.025 per word
All discounted projects receive the same professional standard of care.
Fiction & Romance Copy Editing
Best for: Completed manuscripts ready for professional refinement prior to publication or submission.
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Copy editing focuses on correctness, clarity, and consistency at the sentence level while preserving your unique voice and tone. Copy editing assumes the manuscript’s structure, plot, and character arcs are already in place.
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Includes:
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Correction of grammar, punctuation, and syntax
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Formatting and punctuation of dialogue
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Consistency checks (character names, timelines, world-building terminology)
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Continuity tracking across scenes
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Reduction of unintentional repetition
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Editorial queries for unclear or contradictory passages
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Creation of a style sheet (for series books).
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Editorial Fees: Copy editing for fiction typically ranges from $0.018–$0.025 per word. Final pricing is determined by manuscript condition and scope.
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Fiction & Romance Copy Editing Plus
Best for: Authors who want deeper sentence-level refinement while maintaining full control over story direction.
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Copy editing plus strengthens how the story is told at the sentence level—not what the story is about.
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Includes everything in standard copy editing, plus:
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Enhanced sentence flow and rhythm refinement
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Subtle tightening of dialogue
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Reduction of filler phrasing and repetition
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Line-level adjustments for readability and impact
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Attention to cadence and narrative consistency.
This service does not include developmental editing, scene restructuring, or plot revision.​
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Editorial Fees: Copy editing plus for fiction typically ranges from $0.025–$0.040 per word. Final pricing is determined by manuscript condition and scope.
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Fiction & Romance Proofreading
Best for: Manuscripts that have already undergone copy editing and are in final stage before publication, or self-published authors who just want a quick review for outright errors and typos before publication.
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Includes:
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Correction of typographical, spelling, and minor punctuation errors
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Identification of minor inconsistencies in formatting and presentation
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Verification of consistency in headings, numbering, and spacing
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Review of layout issues, including widows, orphans, and page breaks
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Final consistency check across the manuscript.
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​Proofreading does not include substantive revision or stylistic edits.
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​Editorial Fees: Proofreading for fiction starts at $0.010 per word. Final pricing is determined by manuscript condition and scope.
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The Editorial Process
Sarah Travis, Author
"She is a marvel of care and consistency, and always with a quick turnaround. Her queries and corrections serve to improve the quality of the writing, resulting in clean and clear prose. I highly recommend Lianne to anyone who needs support in copy editing—you will be thrilled with the results."
Liz M., NFACC
"Lianne has provided invaluable copy editing services to our organization for over two years . . . She edited with remarkable attention to quality, ensuring both consistency and clarity. Her cheerful disposition and insightful feedback were instrumental in making our projects a success."