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Here at Words are Life, I specialise in editorial services for writers who prefer to self-publish or who require an independent editor prior to submitting their manuscript to agents and/or publishers.  

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My services are suitable for general fiction, articles, anthologies and even academic works. Though I can't check sources etc, I will ensure your text flows well, reads well, and is grammatically correct - as well as easy to understand.

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Prices are extremely competitive and this service is friendly and prompt. Writing is often a lonely business, so it's good to have help.

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This is what a standard customer may expect from me. Please take the following as a general guide, as everyone's situation and needs are different. I will always keep you informed of what our next step will be.

 

• Author emails electronic version of manuscript (in editable text format, for example, Word). 
   

• Author includes details of requirements - edit, layout, cover, design, transcription, audio book etc.

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• I will then examine the manuscript and quote a price. This is usually per 1000 words, but will take into account:

  • Complexity of vocabulary (specialised texts).

  • Number and complexity of images (including tables and graphs).

  • ​Other factors specific to that work.

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• Quote agreed and approximate date of completion provided.
   

• Editor sends edited and created document/s to client for their comments/amendments.
   

• Amendments made and final copies (with 'draft' watermark) are emailed to client, along with invoice.

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• Client pays bill in full and non-watermarked version is emailed to client.
   

• Liaison takes place with printer if required.

 

Our prices are very competitive and are always agreed before work commences.