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THE PROCESS

How This Works

If you’re wondering about how this editing process will play out, you’re on the right page. Below you will find a breakdown of how payment and scheduling works and what it will look like if we work together on your project.

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The Business Stuff

how payment and scheduling works

The Exciting Stuff

-the copyedit & the proofread-

how copyediting, line editing, and proofreading works

The Exciting Stuff

-the developmental edit-

how developmental editing works

The Exciting Stuff

-the manuscript evaluation-

how a manuscript evaluation works

WHAT WRITERS SAY

“Tracy easily and masterfully bridges the gulf between a writer's intention and a reader's interpretation. Make no mistake: she's on your side, and it's up to you whether to implement her suggestions. But you'll have no doubt as to their purpose: she wants to read the best possible version of your book.

 

Tracy is cheerful and courteous and smart and insightful. And she gets it. She is such a joy to work with. You can trust her to bring out the best in your manuscript.”

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—  Abner Serd, Author

YOUR WORDS. YOUR VOICE.
POLISHED AND CLEAR.

You’re taking big steps to get your work out into the world. Let’s chat about how I can help you.

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