The Writer’s Reduction
Line & Copyediting
A combined stylistic and mechanical edit that sharpens your prose and cleans every line in a single, seamless pass.
Some manuscripts don’t need the deep reconstruction of developmental editing; they simply need the prose to read cleanly, confidently, and with polish. The Writer’s Reduction blends the strengths of line editing and copyediting into one elegant pass.
Your voice remains intact, your meaning becomes clearer, and the mechanics of the page fall neatly into place. It’s the perfect choice for stories with a solid structure that just need their sentences shaped and their surface refined.
The Transformation
This level of editing smooths the entire manuscript at once: clunky lines become graceful, grammar and punctuation fall into alignment, dialogue flows more naturally, and inconsistencies disappear.
By the end, your writing feels tighter, cleaner, more intentional — the version you always meant it to be.
The PRocess
You send your manuscript, and I complete one thorough pass that integrates both clarity work and mechanical correction.
You receive:
The full Track Changes version
A clean, corrected copy
Line editing and copyediting workflow documents outlining each step of the process.
A style-sheet document specifying every decision made and why.
A personalised editorial letter highlighting key strengths and areas for refinement.
If anything needs unpacking, we can discuss individual choices or tricky lines after you’ve reviewed the edit.
What’s Included
• Sentence-level refinement for flow, tone, and readability
• Removal of filler, repetition, and vague phrasing
• Grammar, punctuation, and syntax corrections
• Consistency checks (names, details, formatting)
• Clarification suggestions where meaning drifts
• Dialogue clarity and rhythm improvements
• Full Track Changes markup
• A clean version with all corrections applied
• A short summary note highlighting recurring patterns
It’s everything a line edit offers + everything a copyedit covers — designed to be efficient, clean, and harmonious.
Price & Turnaround
Every manuscript is different, so the exact quote depends on length and scope. As a guide:
Price:
The combined line & copy edit is €0.035 per word, including all Track Changes edits and a summary note.
Turnaround:
Typically 2–3 weeks, depending on length and density. Manuscripts over 100k words may require slightly more time for accuracy and consistency.
Rush timelines can sometimes be arranged — just tell me what you’re working with.
FAQs
Is this the same as developmental editing?
No. Developmental editing looks at big-picture elements like plot, structure, or argument flow. The Writer’s Reduction focuses on language, style, and technical polish.
Will this change my writing style?
Your voice will be preserved. The edits refine clarity, rhythm, and correctness without changing your unique style.
Why combine line editing and copyediting?
Many manuscripts benefit from both services. Combining them saves time and cost while ensuring your work is polished on both stylistic and technical levels.
Writers often describe proofreading as the moment the manuscript ‘finally feels real.’ The story reads smoothly, distractions disappear, and every page feels polished and ready. The Final Glamour works quietly, catching the small things that make a big difference to the reading experience.
