Choosing an editor is an important decision. Whether you're preparing a dissertation, capstone project, research manuscript, grant proposal, or thought leadership piece, I provide editorial support matched to what your writing actually needs.
Schedule a free 30-minute consultation to discuss your manuscript, document, or project. I'll review a sample of your work, recommend the right level of editing, and provide an exact quote tailored to your project.
My pricing is based on the Editorial Freelancers Association (EFA) rate guidelines, but every project is different.
Every manuscript is different. Some need a final polish before submission. Others need grammar and formatting brought into compliance. Some need sentence-level reworking for clarity. And some need all of that plus structural reorganization.
The service levels below reflect the type and depth of editorial work involved, not add-ons stacked on top of each other. More intensive editing means more time and expertise from your editor, and the pricing reflects that.
During our consultation, I'll recommend which level fits your manuscript.
Your manuscript has been professionally edited and is nearly ready for submission. You need a final set of fresh eyes to catch remaining typos, punctuation errors, and formatting inconsistencies before it goes out the door.
What I do:
This is the right fit when your manuscript has already gone through substantive editing and you're looking for a clean final pass, not a deeper review.
Your ideas are clear and well-organized, but the manuscript needs grammatical cleanup and style guide compliance. This is a thorough mechanical edit. I work through every sentence to correct grammar, enforce your style guide, and ensure internal consistency throughout.
What I do:
This is the right fit when the structure and argument of your manuscript are solid, but it hasn't been edited for grammar, style, or formatting. It's also the right fit when you're preparing for journal submission and need complete style guide compliance.
Your manuscript is organized, but the writing itself needs work. Sentences run long, transitions feel abrupt, the academic tone shifts between sections, or the language just isn't as clear and precise as it should be. Line editing is sentence-by-sentence work. I rewrite for clarity, tighten prose, and smooth the flow from paragraph to paragraph, while also handling all the grammar and style guide work of a copyedit.
What I do:
This is the right fit when your content and organization are sound, but the prose needs significant improvement at the sentence level. This is one of the most common levels for doctoral dissertations, capstone projects, and complex manuscripts that haven't been previously worked on by an editor.
Your manuscript has the right content, but needs structural reorganization alongside sentence-level editing. Sections may be out of order, arguments don't build as logically as they should, content is repeated across chapters, or the relationship between your data and your claims isn't coming through clearly. This is the most intensive level of editing. I reorganize, rewrite, and refine your manuscript in a single comprehensive pass.
What I do:
This is the right fit when your manuscript needs more than surface corrections. It needs someone to work through the structure, the argument, and the prose together. This is the most common level for doctoral dissertations, capstone projects, and complex writing that hasn't been previously worked on by an editor.
Custom quote based on project scope
You'll receive tracked edits, marginal comments, and a summary letter with actionable suggestions.
Regardless of service level, you receive:
Data visualization and figure formatting — Available as an add-on for charts, graphs, or tables created or reformatted to journal specifications. Quoted separately.
Turnaround time: 3–6 weeks depending on length, complexity, and workload
Discounts:
Rush projects: Available when schedule permits. Rush rates apply for turnarounds under 3 weeks.
Payment structure: 50% deposit to begin, 50% on delivery. Accepted via Zelle (preferred), PayPal, or Venmo.
"I was shocked by how many words Nicholas eliminated without changing anything and within a tight deadline. The manuscript is much clearer and more concise, which helped me move forward with the publisher. He was thorough and really made sure I understood his edits. It was a great collaborative process. I am so glad I used his services. After his edits, I felt so confident about the work I needed to submit."
