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Sensitivity Reading
The work of sensitivity readers is not just that of a content flagger. Rather, is the all-encompassing work of proofreading, copyediting, line editing, and developmental editing to various degrees of detail along with ensuring a lack of offense.
This sensitivity reading service includes:
inline comments and edits on your fiction manuscript
a comprehensive editorial letter outlining major topics of concern
light corrections of spelling, grammar, and punctuation according to The Chicago Manual of Style, 18th edition, and Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary
flagging potentially offensive content within the manuscript
regular turnaround time of 1 business day per 10,000 words
rush turnaround time of 1 business day per 20,000 words
$0.01 per word at the regular turnaround
$0.02 per word at the rush turnaround
Developmental Editing
Developmental editors focus on the big picture elements of a fiction manuscript. They might suggest cutting out entire passages in service of improving the pacing in addition to the usual work of other editors.
This developmental editing service includes:
inline comments and edits on your fiction manuscript
a comprehensive editorial letter outlining major topics of concern
light corrections of spelling, grammar, and punctuation according to The Chicago Manual of Style, 18th edition, and Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary
suggestions for improving language and overall clarity in the work
suggestions for addressing overall issues within the manuscript
regular turnaround time of 1 business day per 5,000 words
rush turnaround time of 1 business day per 10,000 words
$0.04 per word at the regular turnaround
$0.08 per word at the rush turnaround
Editorial Sensitivity Reading
Editorial sensitivity readers combine an editorial acumen and a focus on addressing offensive content within a work. It is the highest level of editing that I offer in that it combines personal, professional, and academic aspects of my understanding of storytelling.
This editorial sensitivity reading service includes:
inline comments and edits on your fiction manuscript
a comprehensive editorial letter outlining major topics of concern
light corrections of spelling, grammar, and punctuation according to The Chicago Manual of Style, 18th edition, and Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary
suggestions for improving language and overall clarity in the work
suggestions for addressing overall issues within the manuscript
flagging potentially offensive content within the manuscript
regular turnaround time of 1 business day per 4,000 words
rush turnaround time of 1 business day per 8,000 words
$0.05 per word at the regular turnaround
$0.10 per word at the rush turnaround
