Editing Services
Good writing doesn't come out of a cookie cutter. Neither does good editing.
That's why all our services are fully customizable.
Choose one of our convenient Literary Lift editing packages below. Or work with our flexible editors to design your own bespoke package to fit your wants, wishes, and budget. Avoid extra fees for services you don't need—and make sure your writing gets every ounce of the attention it deserves.
Level 1: Fix It Up!
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Meticulous proofreading and hard error correction
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Industry-adherent manuscript formatting for submission to agents, publishers, etc. (Please note that this differs from book formatting, which prepares your book for print.)
20
USD
per hour
Level 2: Developmental Lab
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Intensive editorial evaluation of your manuscript’s “big picture” elements: characterization, structure, plot, organization, political sensibilities, consistency, themes, etc.
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An overhead write-up of large-scale editorial suggestions, plus plenty of guidance for your next steps
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Page-by-page margin comments throughout your entire manuscript to help you identify specific areas of opportunity right down to the paragraph
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One hour of live consultation via telephone, instant messaging service, or whatever is most comfortable for you. (Extra hours added upon writer’s request!)
35
USD
per hour
Level 3: Full Service
The House Editor Experience
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Substantive line editing. Your editor works her way through each and every line of your manuscript and makes direct improvements with the goal of dramatically refining the book’s flow, readability, structure, and polish. No detail is too small! (Don't worry; as the writer, you always have the final say.)
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Built-in revision pass. After the initial edit is complete, you’ll have a chance to review all suggestions and make changes. When you're done, send it back for a second round of editing. We'll make sure your changes are implemented smoothly and no new glitches pop up along the way.
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One hour of live consultation via telephone, instant messaging service, or whatever is most comfortable for you. (Extra hours available upon writer’s request.)
55
USD
per hour
Other Services
Need assistance finding an agent or preparing your manuscript to send off into the world? Or perhaps you're not quite ready for editing, but you're keen on a professional assessment of your latest draft?
Literary Lift is here to help. Should you ever find yourself in need of a service that isn't listed on our site, please don't hesitate to get in touch. If we can't fix it, we probably know someone who can.
Manuscript Evaluation
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A rigorous assessment of your book's overall structure, story elements, style, and general readiness for its next step—whether that means editing, agency, publication, or something else entirely!
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A thorough write-up by one of our veteran editors. Contains:
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an analytical breakdown of your book, including its unique strengths and weak spots
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pro advice for addressing any outstanding issues
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All manuscript evaluations come with a bonus discount on a Literary Lift editing package of your choice!
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10
USD
per 1000 words
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One Stop Agent Shop
This service, designed to make the dreaded agency search as painless as possible, contains everything a writer needs to bedazzle agents. Make sure your book enjoys its best possible start to life, including:
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a custom query letter, lovingly written by our veteran editor after a thorough reading of your book
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a synopsis describing your book's major narrative elements, character arcs, and plot points—crafted with laser precision
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industry-adherent standard manuscript formatting for submission to agents
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one (optional) free round of query editing in coordination with the editor; we want to incorporate your feedback to ensure a truly special, irresistible letter!
Authors who book any Literary Lift editing package receive an automatic discount on the One Stop Agent Shop!
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645
USD
Ready to lift your writing?
