Line Editing

• Focuses on the sentence-level polish and refinement of the manuscript.

• Ensures smooth, engaging, and compelling language use.

• Addresses issues like word choice, syntax, tone, and pacing.

Copy Editing

• Focuses on correcting grammar, spelling, punctuation, and adherence to a specific style guide (e.g., Chicago Manual of Style, AP Stylebook).

• Ensures consistency in formatting, capitalization, and other mechanical elements throughout the manuscript.

• Identifies and resolves any ambiguities or inconsistencies in the text.

Developmental Editing

• Focuses on the overall structure, plot, character development, and narrative flow of the manuscript.

• Provides feedback and recommendations on improving the book's conceptual and thematic elements.

• Helps the author refine the book's vision and shape the content to achieve the desired goals.

Proofreading

• Focuses on the final review of the manuscript, typically after layout and formatting have been completed.

• Identifies and corrects any remaining typos, formatting errors, or other minor issues.

• Ensures the final product is free of errors and ready for publication.

Sensitivity Reading

• Focuses on reviewing the manuscript for potentially insensitive, biased, or inaccurate portrayals of marginalized or underrepresented communities.

• Provides feedback and recommendations to improve the representation and avoid causing harm or offense.

• Ensures the book aligns with principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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