Editing and Proofreading Solutions

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From the Wicked Bible to the Pasta Bible, we know how small errors can ruin a great story. Mistakes become more common after investing immense time, effort, and brainpower into your manuscript. This is why dedicated authors hire professional proofreaders, ensuring their hard work isn’t wasted before starting the book printing process.

What is proofreading?

Proofreading is the essential final step in the editing process before publication. Unlike copy editing and line editing, which make significant changes like correcting inconsistent spelling or hyphenations, a proofreader focuses on quality assurance. This stage is not for revising, rewriting, or deleting content; it’s for catching any remaining errors before publication.

A professional proofreader provides a fresh perspective and looks for definite errors, including:

  • Punctuation
  • Misspellings
  • Capitalization
  • Verb tense
  • Grammar issues

Is hiring a proofreader necessary?

Proofreading is essential for all traditionally published books and is highly recommended for self-published authors. Discovering typos in your published book, which a proofreading service could have easily caught, is a costly and time-consuming mistake. Collaborating with an experienced editor ensures a polished manuscript and provides peace of mind.

I felt immense relief when I saw my manuscript professionally edited. My high expectations were met with great professionalism.
–  Ms. JiJi, BookBaby Author

How BookBaby Official’s editing process works

1. Select the book editing service that suits your needs.

2. Submit your Word document.

3. Get your expertly edited manuscript back in 6-10 business days.

You don't need to place a book order to use our professional editing services. Just provide your completed manuscript, and we'll get started.

Frequently asked questions:

How do copy editing and line editing differ?

Copy editing involves a detailed review of grammar, usage, and consistency on a word-by-word basis. A copyeditor will address continuity issues and resolve technical problems or major gaps that might confuse readers.

Line editing is a more in-depth structural edit that examines the finer aspects of language, such as the flow of ideas, transitions, tone, and style. A line editor will critically assess the manuscript’s writing flow, language use, and character development, offering suggestions to ensure effective communication of your story while preserving your voice.