FAQs

Why should I hire an Editor?

Hiring an editor is a way to invest in your writing and prepare it for a wider audience. You’ve spent years developing skills and thinking about how you’d write your book, and now you’ve done it! Let a professional edit it so you know you’ve done the best you can. If you plan on selling your book to an audience beyond family and friends, I’d highly recommend hiring an editor.

What should I have prepared before contacting you?

First and foremost, you should finish writing your book or project and do a thorough self-edit. Second, make a list of the issues you’d like me to take a look at. Finally, prepare a sample of about 1,000 words or five pages. Because we often front-load our best work, a sample from the middle is often a better representation of the work as a whole.

How long will it take to edit my book?

That depends on word count, my availability and the level of editing required. If you need your project done quickly, I charge rush fees for working outside my typical schedule so we can meet your deadline.

How much will it cost to edit my book?

Given the variety of work required on each individual project, I do not post a flat rate for my services. I also do not want to discourage anyone from connecting with me because they think they can’t afford my services. To offset these potential conflicts, I have a section in my Contact Me where you can provide your approximate budget. We can work together to determine which services you need the most. For an idea of how much editors charge, take a look here (just remember the rates are in USD).

How do payments work?

Payments are processed through Paypal or e-transfer. Projects under $500 will typically need to be paid up-front. Projects over $500 will require a one-third deposit before any work begins. The remaining balance will need to be paid within the timeframe outlined in our original agreement, typically 15 days after final submission. Revisions are included in the original agreement.

Who is Erasmus?

Desiderius Erasmus was a 16th century Dutch theologian and known as the “Prince of Humanists”. For Erasmus, humanism meant that classical Greek philosophy had some relevance to their academic and theological debates about how to be a good Christian, but it was also a celebration of human works such as poetry, literature, history and grammar. I’ve often said that I live by one of Erasmus’ quotes; “When I have a little money, I buy books; and if I have any left, I buy food and clothes.” I related this idea to my own passion for reading, learning and paying for (yet) another semester of post-secondary education. For more details on Erasmus, check here.