Xtreme Publishing House Editing Services

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Good books have professional covers and formatting, but great books have also been professionally edited.

Our team of book editors will guide you through the revision process, suggest changes and ultimately make you a better writer. No matter where you are in your writing career, no amount of self-editing can replace working with good editors.

We proudly offer high-quality editing using professional standards at affordable prices. We believe publishing should be as stress-free as possible and our one-stop-shop approach streamlines the process.

Xtreme Editing Services:

Descriptions of our book editing services and pricing are below: (Minimum $200 per editing service per book.)

Line Editing $0.02 per word

Line editing takes a look at the style, clarity, and effectiveness of the language used, line by line. It focuses on higher level elements including pacing, logical flow, characterization, dialogue, and tone.

Copy Editing $0.016 per word

Copy editing looks at the mechanics of language, such as style, grammar, spelling, and inconsistencies in style or usage.

Proofreading $0.008 per word

Proofreading is the last step in the editing process. It focuses on catching any remaining errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation before formatting. It is not a replacement for copy editing.

Editorial Critique* $850

The Editorial Critique is for those desiring a more in-depth review of their work. An Xtreme editor reads the entire manuscript and provides a comprehensive report commenting on specific elements of your book. The editor also provides his or her recommendation on the level of edit your book will need and demonstrates such in a 1,000 word sample edit.

Like to talk with the editor after the Critique is returned to you? A half hour personal coaching session can be added for $99.

The Editorial Critique requires a Microsoft Word document and is not a full edit of the manuscript. This service does not apply to poetry books.

* Books over 100,000 words will need to be approved for this service and will incur additional charges

Frequently Asked Questions

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What Is Line Editing?

What is line editing?

Line editors take a careful look at the language that you use to convey your story to the reader. Their objective is to help you ensure that the language is clear and effective, and is presented with a cohesive pace, flow, and tone.

Specifically, line editors assess whether your word choice is precise and that it is the best way to articulate your idea. They look at whether sentences and dialogue contribute valuable information to move your story forward and how sentences flow into one another. They also look at the tone and pace of your writing and ensure it is consistent and effective throughout. Ultimately, they help the writer craft the best version of their story that is fresh and compelling, and that readers won’t be able to put down!

Although line editors may address some errors that a copy editor typically looks for, the two are fundamentally different types of editing and both contribute valuable changes to improve your manuscript.

When should line editing be done?

Line editing is typically completed once you have a fully completed draft of your manuscript, but prior to copy editing. Line editing is subjective, and you may choose to implement some changes that the editor suggests, and not others. It can also be a time intensive process and may result in larger changes to your sentence and paragraph structure. It is therefore most beneficial to complete line editing before copy editing, so that the copy editor can focus on the mechanics of the text and consistency of your manuscript.

What is copy editing?

What is copy editing?

Copy editing does not address big-picture problems with plot, pacing, or characters. Those major issues would be dealt with during developmental editing. Instead, copy editing focuses on the more technical side of writing.

Copy editors catch spelling mistakes, errors in grammar, and inconsistencies in your text. They know when compound words are hyphenated (or not), whether the book is ‘laying’ or ‘lying’ on the table, and whether eagles have ‘talons’ or ‘claws.’ They’ll go through your manuscript line by line for accuracy and consistency of style. A good copy editor will make sure that your voice remains intact while restructuring sentences, and substituting weak word choices for stronger ones.

What are the standards of copy editing?

Our editors consult The Chicago Manual of Style and other style guides. The Chicago Manual of Style is the industry standard for most fiction and nonfiction, but our editors may determine that your nonfiction is better served with another style guide like The Associated Press Stylebook or MLA Style Manual and Guide to Scholarly Publishing.

They’ll also set a default dictionary, such as Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary, to maintain spelling consistency throughout your book. In addition, they’ll consult many reference guides along the way, such as Garner’s Modern American Usage, The Blue Book of Grammar and Punctuation, or The Copyeditor’s Handbook.

Style Sheet

These reference choices will all be recorded on a style sheet – an essential editing tool. A style sheet contains notes on spelling and punctuation, as well as rules for using numbers and numerals, and even a list of characters and story details that help maintain consistency throughout the book. When the book is passed off to a proofreader, the style sheet communicates the book’s individual style to the proofreader.

What does a proofreader do?

What does a proofreader do?

Before your book is formatted, the manuscript is sent to a proofreader, who reviews the text. Proofreading ensures that no errors were introduced after copy editing. The goal is to correct any outstanding errors in spelling, punctuation, or mechanics. However, this is not a revision stage and does not take the place of copy editing.

What is the difference between proofreading and the other types of editing?

The goal of proofreading is to identify errors in spelling and punctuation before formatting. It is not a replacement for copy editing, nor does it address the big-picture areas of developmental editing.

Do I need a proofreader if I’ve already worked with a book editor?

We always recommend proofreading. It is an essential last step before formatting. No matter how meticulous the copy editing process has been, little errors can slip through during revisions. Having a different editor proofread your manuscript helps to ensure that spelling mistakes or punctuation errors are corrected before publishing.