PRICING & SCOPE
Transparent where the work is predictable. Scope-led where the manuscript needs investigation.
Some services can be estimated directly from word count. Manuscript Diagnostic, Revision Review and Complete Manuscript Development depend on the question, manuscript condition and agreed scope.
THE PRINCIPLE
Price should follow the work required—not push you toward a bigger service.
We recommend the smallest service capable of answering the author's real question. Published rates remain available for known-scope services; assessment-led projects are quoted after review.
Alpha ReadingIs the story working while it is still taking shape?$0.003/word$30 / 10k
Beta ReadingHow does the finished story feel to a reader?$0.0025/word$25 / 10k
Manuscript DiagnosticSomething is not working. What is it?Scope-basedReviewed before quote
Developmental EditingWhat needs to change in the story?$0.026/word$260 / 10k
Revision ReviewDid the revision actually fix the problems?Scope-basedReviewed before quote
Line EditingHow can the writing read more smoothly and clearly?$0.02/word$200 / 10k
Copy EditingIs the manuscript correct and consistent?$0.018/word$180 / 10k
ProofreadingWhat errors are still left before publication?$0.013/word$130 / 10k
Complete Manuscript DevelopmentWhat does this manuscript need from here to finished?Scope-basedReviewed before quote
Estimated project price$150.00Alpha Reading · $0.0030/word
Published-rate estimates are indicative. Final scope, turnaround and price are confirmed before work begins. Diagnostic and development projects may vary with manuscript length, complexity and the question being investigated.
NOT SURE WHICH ROUTE FITS?
Do not choose by price alone.
Tell us what is happening in the manuscript and what you need to know. We will recommend the smallest useful starting point.
Tell Us What's Not Working