What to Know About Editing
Many people have heard of editing, but not many know what it is. Editing is the process of perfecting your copy so it is error-free, polished and targeted. This increases your clients' and readers' confidence in your work, therefore improving publication rates or sales.
What is editing, and why do you need it?
Among other things, editing improves word choices to match the tone of your copy and helps to better express your ideas. It also corrects errors in grammar, punctuation and syntax.
example of line editing
I hope the example of line editing in the video helps you understand the importance of editing, and maybe it sheds light on the type of editing you need. You need line editing for issues with tone, structure, voice, or language in general. You need copyediting for issues with grammar, punctuation and style guides. I focus on academic and nonfiction editing but am experienced in fiction and creative writing editing as well.
Now, let's discuss developmental editing. I only offer this type of editing for short-form creative pieces, i.e., short stories, oracle decks, essays, etc. The above video is not what to expect with this type of editing. Instead, we would discuss story elements, pacing, and character development and track plot holes and inconsistencies. At this stage of writing, the theme and moral of the story should be clear. If they are not, then a rewrite of sections may be suggested.
First, where to begin
Contact me with as much information as you can, and I will get back to you with questions and a quote. I will help you figure out what type of editing you need.
If your project is a manuscript or thesis, we'll schedule a video call to meet and discuss in greater detail what you need. I will also invite you to send a 1,000-word sample of your work for me to edit. (This is for you to gauge whether you like my editing style and for me to better understand you!)
Once complete, I will return the edited version of your project via email and may offer a second pass for longer projects.