Copyediting

Copyediting can occur once the development of the chapters or novel is complete. After submitting a sample chapter, the Editor and the Author will decide upon the necessary level of copyediting.

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Levels of copyediting:

• Light copyediting includes: ensuring consistency of capitalization, spelling, punctuation, and formatting; correcting indisputable grammar errors; pointing out convoluted paragraphs; and querying egregious factual inconsistencies.

• Medium copyediting includes: ensuring consistency of capitalization, spelling, punctuation, and formatting; correcting all grammar errors; pointing out wordy or convoluted paragraphs and suggesting revisions; and querying factual inconsistencies.

• Heavy copyediting includes: ensuring consistency of capitalization, spelling, punctuation, and formatting; correcting all grammar errors; rewriting wordy or convoluted paragraphs; and verifying and revising factual inconsistencies.

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All copyediting includes:

• Two passes through the chapters/novel

• Creation of or update to the style sheet.

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