Note: These are sample prices in US dollars. Please
contact me for estimates or prices in other currencies.
Basic Information
- Prices are per page. The industry standard for
a "page" is 250 words.
- There is a minimum charge of $25 unless the
project is particularly small.
- I am happy to look at a sample of your work to
give an estimate. If, however, when working on the project, I deem it
needs more or less editing, I pledge to let you know so that you can make
an informed decision.
- The following are my standard levels of
service. If your project falls somewhere in between, is short (e.g. an
advertisement), or you require different editing services, please contact
me. For general details, please refer to What is editing? and Writing Services.
Proofreading: $10 per page
- Mechanical errors: spelling, typos,
punctuation, grammar
- Very awkward wording (that would detract from
your message)
- Obvious formatting errors or inconsistencies
- Glaring factual errors (e.g. ones I don't have
to double check)
Proofreading and Citation checking: $15
per page
- Mechanical errors: spelling, typos,
punctuation, grammar
- Very awkward wording (that would detract from
your message)
- Obvious formatting errors or inconsistencies
- Checking reference formats/links e.g. bibliography,
citations
Copyediting: $20 per page
- Mechanical errors: spelling, typos,
punctuation, grammar
- Close checking for formatting errors or
inconsistencies
- Checking reference formats and links, e.g.
bibliography and citations, for consistency and correctness
- Fact checking: main facts. There will be an
additional charge if you require extensive fact checking.
- Word choice e.g. checking for repetition,
redundancy, inconsistency, appropriate vocabulary for the project/
profession
