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Discover the right editor for your manuscript by exploring our network of professionals, each offering specialized editing services tailored to your book’s genre and style.
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Have your book edited in three steps
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Send your files and provide any details regarding the project.
Receive the edited manuscript before your requested due date.
Precision in Manuscript Editing
What our book editors will do for you
As an author, you're not just looking for corrections—you want a partner who understands your voice, your story, and your goals. Our book editors work with care and precision to elevate your manuscript, enhancing clarity and style without compromising your unique tone. Whether you need deep developmental insight or a focused final polish, we'll help you strengthen plot, character, pacing, and language—so your book is ready for readers, agents, and publishers alike.
Your Pathway to Publication
Elevating your book to meet publishing standards
Our editors specialize in fine-tuning manuscripts to capture the attention of both major publishing houses and indie presses. By improving narrative flow, deepening character development, and ensuring structural clarity, we help your book stand out. With industry insight into market trends and editorial standards, we position your manuscript for success—boosting its chances of publication and broader reader appeal.
Subject Matter Experts
An editor for every book genre
At ServiceScape, you'll find a marketplace of editors with the experience and subject-specific expertise to bring out the best in your book. Whether you're writing a memoir, crafting a fantasy novel, developing a self-help guide, or publishing Christian literature, we have professionals who truly understand your genre. Each editor's profile highlights their background, specialties, and track record—helping you choose the ideal partner to elevate your manuscript.
Uncompromised Quality
What sets our book editing apart
Exceptional book editing begins with exceptional editors. That’s why every professional in our marketplace is selected for their qualifications and deep understanding of the publishing industry. We stand behind every book we edit with an unwavering commitment to quality and author satisfaction. With ServiceScape, your manuscript is in expert hands—refined with care, elevated with precision, and always true to your voice.
Affordable Editing Within Reach
Transparent book editing rates for every budget
When it comes to pricing, our editors’ rates are clearly listed on their profiles, making it easy to find services that fit your budget. ServiceScape removes the guesswork of complex, multi-tiered pricing models. Your book editing cost is based solely on your project’s deadline—not its subject, your writing level, or the type of editing needed. No matter the scope, our straightforward rates ensure affordability without any surprises.
Meeting Your Deadlines
Ensuring your book is ready when you need it
Whether you're facing a tight submission window or managing a long-term publishing timeline, our editors are committed to delivering polished, professional results right on schedule. You'll receive your edited manuscript within the agreed timeframe—no delays, no surprises. With ServiceScape, you can move forward with confidence, knowing your work is being handled with attention to detail and respect for your deadlines.
Communicate With Your Book Editor
Contact your editor anytime, about anything
Effective editorial work relies on clear, consistent communication. With ServiceScape, you can connect directly with your editor through messages and teleconferencing to discuss your narrative, ask questions, exchange feedback, and share ideas. This ongoing dialogue ensures your voice and intentions are fully understood, making the editing process a true collaboration—one that strengthens your vision and elevates your manuscript.
Our Editing Service Marketplace
Choose your own book editor
With ServiceScape, you can handpick your own book editor from a curated selection of skilled professionals.
Many of our book editors:
- Hold Ph.D. or Master's degrees
- Offer decades of book editing experience
- Have hundreds of client ratings and reviews
- Are experts across a wide range of genres
4,738 Client Reviews
142,585 Pages Edited
Professor at Cincinnati State University
732 Pages Edited
Ph.D. in Education from the University of Central Florida
116 Client Reviews
9,450 Pages Edited
Ph.D. in Political Science from Claremont Graduate University
124 Client Reviews
4,251 Pages Edited
Ph.D. in Cellular and Molecular Pathology from the University of California
2,460 Client Reviews
106,307 Pages Edited
Writer at PBS
230 Client Reviews
15,897 Pages Edited
Director of Communications at the Yale Center
2,316 Client Reviews
55,473 Pages Edited
J.D. from the University of Maine School of Law
4,557 Client Reviews
247,776 Pages Edited
Ph.D. in History from the University of Virginia
7,658 Client Reviews
282,684 Pages Edited
M.A. in TESOL Education from the University of North Carolina
330 Client Reviews
10,101 Pages Edited
B.A. in English from the University of North Carolina
308 Client Reviews
15,657 Pages Edited
Editor at Elsevier Inc.
447 Client Reviews
23,677 Pages Edited
M.A. in Asian Studies from UC Berkeley
15 Client Reviews
596 Pages Edited
Lecturer at the University of Pretoria
1,334 Client Reviews
83,369 Pages Edited
Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Rhode Island
490 Client Reviews
25,351 Pages Edited
Ph.D. in Social Psychology from the University of Illinois
2,384 Client Reviews
52,608 Pages Edited
Copy Editor at Intergroup Japan
2,333 Client Reviews
90,023 Pages Edited
Ph.D. in English from the University of Nebraska
995 Client Reviews
67,131 Pages Edited
Copy Editor at McGraw-Hill Publishing
25 Client Reviews
751 Pages Edited
Copy Editor at Nella Media Group
852 Client Reviews
31,253 Pages Edited
Director at Aetna
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The ServiceScape Advantage
Your Questions, Answered
FAQ
At ServiceScape, our book editing services are crafted to refine every aspect of your manuscript, ensuring it stands out in the publishing world:
- Comprehensive Language Refinement: Correcting grammar, syntax, and sentence structure for polished and professional prose.
- Punctuation and Spelling Precision: Addressing spelling mistakes and punctuation errors, vital for readability and a professional presentation.
- Detailed Editing: Focusing on the finer details of language to remove typographical errors and inconsistencies for a flawless finish.
- Style and Voice Refinement: Customizing the manuscript's style and voice to resonate with its genre and audience, enriching the reading experience.
- Copyediting for Consistency: Ensuring consistency in style, terminology, and formatting throughout the manuscript to maintain coherence.
- Feedback and Recommendations: Offering constructive feedback and specific recommendations for improvements to elevate the quality of your work.
- Adherence to Publishing Standards: Guiding your manuscript to comply with the specific standards and expectations of your chosen publishing path, be it through traditional publishers, indie platforms, or self-publishing avenues.
- Manuscript Formatting for Submission or Publication: Tailoring the manuscript's presentation, including layout and formatting, to match the precise submission or publication specifications required, across print and digital formats.
- Narrative Structure Enhancement: Revising the manuscript's framework to improve pacing, plot progression, and thematic expression, making your story engaging and coherent.
- Blurb Writing and Optimization: Crafting or refining a compelling book blurb or back cover description to attract readers.
- Genre Conformity and Innovation: Ensuring the manuscript aligns with genre expectations while encouraging innovative elements that set your book apart.
- Market Alignment Evaluation: Assessing the manuscript's alignment with current market trends and reader preferences to boost its commercial appeal.
- Reader Engagement Strategies: Implementing techniques to increase reader engagement and emotional investment throughout your book.
- Dialogue Optimization: Revitalizing dialogue to feel authentic and impactful, crucial for character and plot development.
- Character Arc Development: Intensifying the complexity and growth of characters to enhance reader connection and drive the narrative.
- Sensitivity Reading: Evaluating the manuscript for cultural sensitivity, inclusivity, and representation, offering insights for improvement.
- Worldbuilding Analysis: For fiction, enhancing the depth and believability of your story's setting and world.
- Non-Fiction Clarity: For non-fiction, ensuring arguments, explanations, and data are presented clearly and persuasively.
Our editors, equipped with vast experience and an eye for detail, dedicate themselves to elevating your manuscript above industry standards. Choosing ServiceScape means partnering with professionals committed to your book's success in the competitive world of publishing.
ServiceScape editors have proudly contributed to the publication success of authors across a wide range of genres, both fiction and non-fiction. Our clients' works have been accepted by various publishing houses, including:
- Penguin Random House
- HarperCollins
- Cambridge University Press
- Oxford University Press
- Bloomsbury Publishing
- Tor Books
- Scholastic Inc.
- Simon & Schuster
- Wiley
- SAGE Publishing
- Elsevier
- Routledge
- Hachette Book Group
- McGraw-Hill Education
- Johns Hopkins University Press
- Baen Books
- Berkley Books
- Hay House
- Zondervan
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Algonquin Books
- Chronicle Books
- Candlewick Press
- Peachtree Publishers
- InterVarsity Press
- Skyhorse Publishing
- The MIT Press
- Beacon Press
- DK Publishing
- Jossey-Bass
You can hire an editor by just browsing our marketplace of editors, clicking on the "View Profile" button of an editor you want to hire, and clicking on the "Hire Me" button. After your payment method has been processed, your editor will get to work and will deliver the edited version before your due date.
A list of prices and due dates can be found within each editor's profile. Just find your editor and click on the "View Profile" button.
Our fastest delivery option is one hour using our Express Delivery service.
Sure! Many ServiceScape editors provide free samples. You can submit a free sample request by just browsing our marketplace of editors, clicking on the "View Profile" button of an editor you want to request a free sample from, and clicking on the "Free Sample" button. If the editor accepts your free sample request, you will receive the sample edited version within a couple of days.
You can send a message to an editor by just browsing our marketplace of editors, clicking on the "View Profile" button of an editor you want to contact, and clicking on the "Send Message" button. We will email you a notification as soon as your editor replies to your message.
You can schedule a teleconference call by just browsing our marketplace of editors, clicking on the "View Profile" button of an editor you want to contact, and clicking on the "Teleconference" button. We will contact you right away about availability and set up the teleconference for all parties involved.
You can find ratings and reviews from past clients within most editor profiles. Just find your editor and click on the "View Profile" button to see them. You can also read thousands of ServiceScape ratings and reviews on eKomi.
In addition, ServiceScape has been featured in several publications and websites, including The Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, UpWork, HuffPost, and The Ladders.
Many editors have portfolios which feature their editing. Just find your editor and click on the "View Profile" button to view these edited versions.
Yes, we provide editing certifications. Simply request the document when you hire an editor. When your project is delivered, you can download the editing certification by clicking on your project and clicking on the "Certification" button. These signed declarations certify that a document has been professionally edited by a ServiceScape editor.
Our Testimonials and Experience
What we bring to the table
ServiceScape is built on 25 years worth of experience, working on over 345,000 projects with over 99,000 clients. Our book editing and proofreading services are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars, based on 3,096 reviews. Join the thousands of people who have chosen ServiceScape to find the best and brightest talent.
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"The service was outstanding from start to finish. Communication was clear and frequent, keeping me in the loop at every stage."
"Truly impressed by the quick turnaround time. This professional managed to deliver a high-quality result in a remarkably short period."
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"A blend of professionalism, skill, and creativity. This individual brought a fresh perspective to the project that was both inspiring and effective."
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