WHAT IS COPYEDITING?

Written a book?

Thinking of publishing your book without getting it edited by a professional editor?

Confused about why editing is important?

Understanding the different types of edits is mind boggling for all writers especially new ones. There is developmental editing, line editing, substantive editing and then there is copyediting, proofreading and manuscript critiques.

For any new author, the whole editing process can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re not sure which one to choose for your manuscript.

Before you do that, you need to understand the editing process and why you really want an editor. If you are struggling to make a decision think of hiring a professional editor and what they can do to help polish your story and words.

If you want your manuscript to be the best it can be, editing is essential. Why should readers invest their time and money on a book that you yourself are not willing to invest in.

No writer not even the experienced, published and best writers can be certain that they they’ve communicated their intended message clearly.

A copyeditor will polish your work to ensure that your writing will appeal to—and be understood by—readers.

Copyediting checks for accuracy, consistency, and errors in grammar, spelling, syntax, and punctuation.

Copyeditors check for inconsistencies and repetitions and make your manuscript crisper and improves its readability.

Copyediting includes proofreading, along with ensuring that awkward language and obvious errors are corrected.