Many factors impact this; as such I am unable to give a definitive answer here.

No matter the project, we will agree on a deadline before any work begins and I am always happy to update you on my progress.

No. Proofreaders are your last line of defence; the guard who stop pesky typos and unwieldy commas from entering the published world.

Copyeditors work to improve the craft of your prose.

When working with self-publishing authors, I often work as a proof-editor, a hybrid of copyediting and proofreading. This allows me to help you improve elements of your manuscript that would normally be outside of a proofreader’s remit, reducing the overall cost of editing.

If you’re unsure where you are in the editorial process, check out this post on my Substack.

I do, though my primary focus is on science-fiction and fantasy stories.

If after the sample edit we find we aren’t a good fit for each other, I am more than happy to refer you to another great editor who will fit your genre or style better.

No, I do not use AI tools to edit or read manuscripts. All editing and reading is done solely by me.

Sometimes I will be, but your best bet is to get in touch a few weeks before you need my services. This will give us time to discuss your manuscript and book a slot so you can meet your deadline.