Frequently Asked Questions

Fiction, nonfiction, memoir, poetry, and creative nonfiction manuscripts are all within scope. If a project falls outside the areas where an editor can genuinely add value, it is far better to say so early and, where possible, point you toward someone better suited.

Most authors don't, and that's expected. The initial conversation and manuscript assessment exist precisely to answer this. A rough guide: if the book's structure still feels unsettled, start with developmental editing; if the content is settled but the prose isn't, line and copy editing is the right stage; if everything is final, proofreading is the last step.

Yes. These forms require an approach that respects voice, rhythm, imagery, and artistic intention rather than imposing conventional correctness. Suggestions on creative work are offered as options and questions, not corrections.

No. Editing strengthens your writing; it does not replace it. Where a passage needs substantial reworking, you'll receive suggestions, examples, and reasoning so you can make the revision in your own voice. Ghostwriting is a different service entirely.

Timelines depend on manuscript length, the level of editing required, and current availability. A specific timeline is always confirmed in writing before work begins, so you know exactly when to expect your manuscript back.

Cost reflects the level of editing, the manuscript's length and condition, and the agreed timeline. You receive a clear quote covering scope and deliverables before anything is committed, with no charges added mid-project. Quotes are prepared per project rather than sold as fixed packages.

Yes. A sample or the full manuscript can be reviewed to determine what level of editorial support the work actually needs. This step prevents authors from paying for a deeper edit than the book requires.

Yes. Manuscripts are exchanged as digital files and communication happens by email or scheduled calls, so authors can work together from anywhere.

Your manuscript remains your intellectual property. Author material is kept private, is not shared or published without your explicit permission, and is discussed publicly only in the general terms you have approved. [Formal confidentiality or non-disclosure documentation can be arranged where appropriate.]

You'll receive a reply acknowledging your inquiry and, where the project looks like a good fit, questions or an invitation to talk further. Submitting an inquiry does not create an editorial agreement — nothing is committed until scope, timeline, and terms are agreed in writing.