Content Editing:

This is the first of two main steps in manuscript editing. Content editing addresses and offers suggestions on global content issues in the manuscript rather than technical issues. This includes tone, repetition, unclear points, need for additional content as well as deletion of unnecessary content, and whether the target audience is being adequately addressed and the goals of the author are being met.

Also addresses similar content questions in front matter, e.g., copyright page, foreword, preface and introduction. Some manuscripts are in great need of this super-thorough stage of editing and others can skip right to copy editing. Our staff can give you an unbiased opinion if you ask.

Copy Editing:

This is the final editing step and happens before we begin interior design and layout. Includes basic technical editing tasks, such as checking for grammar, usage, organization and consistency, along with thorough attention to style, consistency and accuracy of annotations, bibliography, text citations.

Because we care greatly about the quality of your book, working with a professional editor is a required step if we’re producing your book. You really don’t want to see what happens if you skip it. It’s not pretty.