Developmental Editing
A big-picture review of plot, pacing or argument, chapter organization and overall structure.
From draft to polished manuscript
Book Editing & Proofreading Services
Make every page of your manuscript publication-ready
A great story can lose readers to a single clumsy sentence or a trail of typos. Our editors work at the level your manuscript needs — from structure and pacing down to commas and capitals — and return a Track Changes document so you see every suggestion and keep the final say on every word.
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Editing made clear
Polish your manuscript with confidence
Professional editing that sharpens your writing without replacing your voice.
After months with a manuscript, it becomes almost impossible to see it clearly. Repeated words, shifting tenses, plot gaps and small errors slip past even careful writers on their tenth read.
Our editors bring fresh, trained eyes to your book. We match the depth of editing to your draft, explain the reasoning behind our changes and leave every final decision with you.
Complete editing services
Every level of editorial support, from big-picture structure to the final proofread before publication.
01 02 Line Editing
Sentence-by-sentence work on rhythm, clarity and word choice that strengthens your prose while preserving your voice.
03 Copyediting
Grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, repetition and consistency corrected throughout the whole manuscript.
04 Proofreading
A final pass for spelling, punctuation, typographical errors and capitalization before your book goes to print.
05 Manuscript Assessment
An editorial assessment report on your draft's strengths and weaknesses, with clear priorities for revision.
06 Style Sheet
A record of spellings, names, capitalization and style decisions that keeps your book consistent.
07 Consistency Review
Checks on character details, timelines, terminology and content so nothing contradicts itself across chapters.
08 Track Changes & Clean Copy
Every edit shown in Track Changes, plus a clean final copy ready for formatting and publishing.
Fresh eyes on your book
Ready for a polished manuscript?
Send us your manuscript details and we'll recommend the level of editing it really needs.
Our simple editing process
Six clear stages, one editorial team and full visibility of every change we suggest.
1 Share your manuscript
Send your draft, genre, word count and goals so we can recommend the right level of editing.
2 Choose your edit
We confirm whether your book needs proofreading, copyediting or a full developmental and line edit.
3 Editorial pass
Your editor works through the manuscript, correcting errors and noting suggestions in Track Changes.
4 Review the edits
You read every change and comment, accepting or rejecting each suggestion at your own pace.
5 Revision rounds
Send back your questions and revisions, and we refine the manuscript within your package's revision rounds.
6 Final clean copy
You receive a clean, publication-ready manuscript, ready for formatting, design and publishing.
Why authors edit with us
Authors trust our editors because we improve their writing without taking it away from them.
Your Voice Protected
We sharpen your writing without rewriting it into someone else's style.
Every Change Visible
Track Changes documents show exactly what we changed and why.
The Right Level of Edit
Proofreading, copyediting or developmental editing matched to your draft's real needs.
Clear Completion Estimates
Every package states its estimated completion time before work begins.
Transparent Pricing
Fixed package prices, with published per-word rates for longer manuscripts.
Tailored for every manuscript
Editing for every author
Whatever you write and however polished your draft, we tailor the edit to your book.
First-Time Authors
Honest, constructive guidance on your very first manuscript.
Fiction Writers
Plot, pacing and character consistency across every genre.
Nonfiction Authors
Clear arguments and well-organized chapters that readers follow easily.
Memoir Writers
Personal stories refined without losing their authenticity.
Self-Publishing Authors
A professional finish before your book reaches retailers.
Authors Querying Agents
A polished manuscript ready for agent and publisher submissions.
Specialized editing solutions
Different drafts need different kinds of help. Here is how we approach each level of editing.
01 — Structure
Developmental editing for the big picture
We evaluate plot, pacing or argument, chapter organization and character or content consistency, then explain what is working and what needs another look.
An editorial assessment report and two consultation sessions give you a clear plan for strengthening the manuscript.
02 — Prose
Line editing that lifts every sentence
Line editing focuses on how your sentences read — rhythm, clarity, word choice and flow — so your prose feels confident from the first page.
We suggest improvements rather than impose them, and your voice stays recognizably your own throughout.
03 — Accuracy
Copyediting for clean, consistent text
Copyediting corrects grammar, punctuation and sentence structure while reviewing tone, repetition and consistency across the whole manuscript.
A style sheet records every decision on spelling, names and capitalization, so future books in a series stay consistent.
04 — Final check
Proofreading before publication
Proofreading is the last line of defense, catching spelling mistakes, typographical errors and inconsistent capitalization that earlier passes can miss.
It suits manuscripts that have already been revised and simply need a careful final polish before formatting.
How much does book editing cost?
Our editing packages are fixed, one-time prices set by word count and depth of edit. Longer manuscripts are priced with clear per-word rates for each type of editing.
Final Polish
Up to 20,000 words
$349one-time
- Grammar, spelling and punctuation correction
- Typographical-error removal
- Sentence-level clarity improvements
- Capitalization and consistency check
- Track Changes document
- One revision round
- Estimated completion: 5–7 business days
Most popular Professional Edit
Up to 50,000 words
$799one-time
- Complete copyediting
- Grammar and punctuation correction
- Sentence structure improvement
- Tone and consistency review
- Repetition and word-choice improvements
- Style-sheet preparation
- Track Changes and clean final copy
- Two revision rounds
- Estimated completion: 10–14 business days
Manuscript Transformation
Up to 80,000 words
$1,499one-time
- Developmental manuscript evaluation
- Plot, pacing or argument review
- Chapter organization improvements
- Character or content-consistency review
- Line editing and copyediting
- Final proofreading
- Editorial assessment report
- Track Changes and clean final copy
- Two consultation sessions
- Three revision rounds
- Estimated completion: 15–21 business days
- Secure one-time payment
- No royalties taken
- You retain complete ownership of your work
- Every order begins with a project consultation
Additional word count: proofreading $0.015 / word · copyediting $0.025 / word · developmental editing $0.040 / word.
Need something different?
Every project is reviewed in a free consultation. Your quote reflects:
- Manuscript word count
- Type of editing needed
- Condition of the current draft
- Genre and subject complexity
- Number of revision rounds
- Consultation sessions required
Testimonials
Melanie Wallace
Author · Jun 14, 2026
Hello! I'm Melanie 'Babydoll' Wallace, the author of My Foundation. I was struggling to get my book out and needed help. Another author suggested that I contact Sophia Adams Project Manager and it has been a game changer. The team takes care of all the tedious task and I can now focus on me and my events. If you want a solid foundation, you should definitely contact her.
Sharla Lee Shults
Author · Jun 2, 2026
Exceptionally pleased with prompt communication and fabulous feedback received from Derek. He has kept me informed on a punctual regular basis throughout the process. With each different aspect, the teams are phenomenal!
Khadijatou Ndoye
Author · Oct 25, 2025
Working with Darren and the Kinetic Digital Publishers team on my book “Kadybeauty Seer: The Alchemy of Hair and Healing” was a truly smooth and professional experience. Their communication was clear, timely, and respectful from start to finish. Darren showed great attention to detail, patience, and genuine passion for bringing my vision to life.
Joseph Tailly
Author · Jun 11, 2026
Sophia Adams, Project Manager with KDP was the mind behind my social media marketing campaign. She was there and helped me upload the book on Amazon, Instagram, Facebook, and X. She gave me her time, creativity, and some valuable advice. I will recommend her to any author. She knows the publishing industry and know how to bring you closer to success.
Susan Merson
Author · Jun 13, 2026
The team is very focused on getting it right. They are personable and knowledgeable and are quick to respond. A god send. Not a lot of upselling.. lol... and they deliver what they say they will. I hope to have an ongoing relationship with them all. Sophia is my point person and she is full of good will, a sense of humor and knowledge, Sam leads the overall team and he is excellent at getting things done and persinally making sure all is well.
Perry Donovan
Author · Dec 19, 2025
My experience with Kinetic Digital Publishers has been rewarding. This has especially been so with Dexter Mason, a unique talented individual who I feel is one of the many reasons this company has an A rating. He is passionate at what he does, customer focused and friendly. Hats off to Dexter!
Crissy H. Felker
Author · Dec 26, 2025
Ever since I start working on my manuscript, editing was something I feared the most. finally got KDP on board with me, they made it all seem like teamwork.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions we hear most about editing & proofreading.
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Proofreading fixes spelling, punctuation, typos and capitalization. Copyediting goes further, improving sentence structure, tone, repetition and word choice across the manuscript.
Estimated completion is 5–7 business days for Final Polish, 10–14 business days for Professional Edit and 15–21 business days for Manuscript Transformation.
Final Polish covers up to 20,000 words, Professional Edit up to 50,000 and Manuscript Transformation up to 80,000. Longer manuscripts are priced with additional per-word rates.
Additional words are charged at $0.015 per word for proofreading, $0.025 for copyediting and $0.040 for developmental editing, so longer books are priced transparently.
Yes. Every package includes a Track Changes document, and Professional Edit and Manuscript Transformation also include a clean final copy with all edits applied.
Yes. Manuscript Transformation includes a developmental evaluation, plot, pacing or argument review, chapter organization improvements, an editorial assessment report and two consultation sessions.
Final Polish includes one revision round, Professional Edit two and Manuscript Transformation three, so you can raise questions and refine the edits.
No. Our aim is to make your writing clearer and stronger, not different. Every suggestion is shown in Track Changes, and you decide what to accept.
A style sheet records decisions about spelling, names, capitalization and style. It's included in Professional Edit and keeps your book, and any sequels, consistent.
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Your story deserves a flawless finish. Let's polish it.
Share your manuscript with our team today and get a clear, no-obligation recommendation for the editing your book needs.
