Author Services

What is line editing?

A critical component of the editing process, line editing is typically conducted after developmental editing and focuses on sentence structure, punctuation, word choice, pacing, flow, and more. 

What you can expect from Get TUF:

For new clients, I will provide a sample edit using the first 1500 words of your manuscript at no charge. If you are satisfied, we will proceed with a signed contract.

I will perform two (2) rounds of line edits with approximately one (1) week off in between, though the second will not begin until after you have had the opportunity to go through the first set of edits to accept/reject any suggested changes. Throughout the process, I will make comments or ask questions and in turn expect answers/clarification where needed.

Open communication is the foundation of not only a great working relationship, it's also the key to a successfully edited manuscript and finished product. Therefore, I have an open-door policy and strongly encourage active engagement.

Turnaround time: approximately 4-6 weeks

If requesting line edits and proofreading, turnaround time is approximately 6-8 weeks.

Pricing:

$8 per 1000 words

For more information or to submit a request, complete the form below.

What is proofreading?

As the final step in the editing process, proofreading occurs just before publication and is designed to catch typographical errors, formatting inconsistencies, and other smaller oversights that were missed earlier.

What you can expect of Get TUF:

If solicited as a stand-alone service (meaning no line edits by Get TUF are conducted), I will read through your manuscript two (2) times to ensure thoroughness with a minimum of one (1) week off between reads. 

If you opt to have line edits and proofreading performed by Get TUF, I will proofread your manuscript one (1) time after all line edits are complete. The reason for this is simple: after reading something multiple times, even the most seasoned editor is prone to only see what they have been seeing...meaning things can still fall through the cracks.

Requests for additional read-throughs will be taken into account on a case-by-case basis and at no extra charge. (Availibility may be limited due to other projects.)

Turnaround time: approximately 2-4 weeks

If requesting line edits and proofreading, turnaround time is approximately 6-8 weeks.

Pricing:

$5 per 1000 words

For more information or to submit a request, complete the form below.

Blurb Edit/Proofread:

If requested, I will gladly take a look at your blurb and make suggestions to help you create a compelling synopsis to draw readers in.

Marketing Teasers:

While reading through your manuscript, whether during edits or proofreading, I am happy to highlight lines/passages that might make for enticing marketing teasers. I will also help with graphic creation, if requested, for teasers, cover reveals, etc.

Author Bundle: includes line editing and proofreading at an overall 20% discount.

New Author Discount: 20% discount plus first 1500 words edited at no charge (for first-time clients only).

Author Loyalty Discount: a 10% discount will be applied to every contract after three (3) or more commissioned works.

*Author Referral Program: a $25.00 bonus will be paid out after referred author signs a contract, regardless of service; bonuses may be paid directly or applied to a future contract, if desired.

For more information or to submit a request, complete the form below.

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*Bonuses apply to line editing and proofreading services only.

What is an Alpha reader?

As the name suggests, Alpha readers are the first to lay eyes on an author's work. A good Alpha reader will provide detailed feedback while an excellent Alpha reader is not only honest in their feedback, but they are also willing and able to help the author flesh out problem areas such as plot holes and character inconcsistencies. 

What is a Beta reader?

Beta readers are the next in line for reading an author's work after the author has had the chance to revise and collaborate with their Alpha reader (or developmental editor). They provide opinions from an "average reader" standpoint and can be great at seeking out enticing teasers that the author can use for marketing.

What does all this mean, and why is this listed on your site?

I offer Alpha or Beta reads at no charge. (Availibility may be limited.)

In case it isn't obvious, my overall goal is pretty straightforward: help independent authors, whether they're working on their first-ever book or their twentieth. This community means a great deal to me, and I'm just happy to be a part of it. 

For more information or to submit a request, complete the form below.