Novel Editing Rates

Want to hire a copy editor? A line editor? A developmental editor? Why not hire all three! Novelty Editing, LLC has a wide selection of services to choose from — whether you're self-publishing or chasing a publishing house, these are premiere services that smash the competition.

Prices are in cents per word (CPW) unless otherwise specified. Rates fall well below EFA averages and are negotiable. Consultations are totally free — submit your 2,000-word sample below.

Copy Editing

Grammar & style

2.5¢ per word
  • Full manuscript copy edit
  • Two FREE revisions
  • Done in one month or less
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Line Editing

Copy editing, revolutionized

per word
  • Full copy-editing bundle
  • Two FREE revisions
  • Deep writing-style fixes
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Developmental Editing

Story & structure

per word
  • Full story review
  • Analysis of characters
  • Major publishing advice
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Query Letter / Synopsis

Grammar & style

$175 flat
  • Either a query letter or synopsis
  • Two FREE revisions
  • Delivered within two days
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Novel Consultation Form

Maximum word count of 2,000. Submit your sample as Microsoft Word or Google Docs — consultations are totally free.

Submitting opens an email to [email protected] with your details filled in — just attach your manuscript sample before sending.

Novelty Editing, LLC offers many convenient services, so you can hire a copy editor, line editor, or developmental editor with no trouble at all. We're dedicated to producing expertly polished works of fiction, collaborating with authors around the world, and offering excellent advice through our blog. Follow along on Twitter for more!