Book Editing Services
Editing Services Menu
Developmental Edit
Line Edit
Copy Edit
Proofread
$0.030/word
$0.025/word
$0.025/word
$0.015/word
You receive
Editing Guide
Story Bible
Editor’s Draft
Publication resources
24/7 Author support
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First-time clients
Batch edits
YouTube channel members
Referrals
What You Will Receive!
Editing Guide (to make your drafting process easy)
Story Bible
Focus on character development, world-building, dialogue, plot, and structure.
May include summary, outline, strengths/weaknesses, character overview, chapter/section breakdown, and marketability assessment
Editor’s draft with Microsoft Word commentary, track changes, and recommendations
Resources for the publication process
24/7 Writer consultation support
PAYMENT Debit & Credit Cards are processed through Square. A secure payment link will be emailed to you.
SERVICES include an initial onboarding session to discuss project details, requirements, and timelines.
CONTRACT will be included to protect your intellectual property.
Initial project payment & contract must be received to get started.
Meet the Editor
With over 400 consecutive writing streams, Kauffman helps writers through the WriteNow community on YouTube. He supports authors with writing and finishing their books. These writing streams offer practical tips for the mindset, process, and lifestyle of being a full-time Author.
Whether writers want to participate in community writing sprints, listen to guest authors on the Create Write Now podcast, or have excerpts of their book critiqued, Kauffman does it all. Writers of all genres and formats (book, script, graphic novel, etc.) are welcome.
He works with writers of all backgrounds. Every. Single. Day.
Book Editing Portfolio
Developmental Edit | Genre: Speculative Fiction
Philip DeZonia
“Working with Jared was an excellent experience. Getting feedback at both the big picture scale and on a granular level was extremely useful and his editing guide made the second draft much less daunting than I expected it to be. The enthusiasm of his feedback made it clear that he really liked my book and that every suggestion came from a place of wanting to help it become the best version of itself. If there is a diamond in that rock of a manuscript, he will find it and show you how to bring it out.”
Developmental & Line Edit | Genre: Romance
Courtney Stephenson
“Totally reach out! Kauffman is amazing, and the feedback is so helpful, and the amount you get is almost like you’re stealing from him!!!”
Line Edit | Genre: Literary Fiction
Penelope Hartley
“Jared is not just a talented editor; no no no. He's a trusted collaborator who consistently goes above and beyond my expectations to make sure even the grittiest passages sparkle in the sun. His dedication to refining storytelling is unparalleled. It's an absolute delight to work with someone so hard-working, generous, and completely fabulous.”
Developmental & Line Edit | Genre: Science Fiction
Calvin Hammond
“I have known Jared for a while, but it was only recently that I decided to try some of his services. I hired Jared to do an alpha read with the hope of helping to develop the story further. He didn't disappoint in any way. Jared was great enough to work with me and, in turn, help me take my story to new heights, and for that, I'm eternally grateful. If you need support, Jared is the one to talk to if you're looking for solid help...”
Editing Services Explained
Developmental Editing Services: Strengthen Your Story
A Developmental Edit is a big-picture analysis of a manuscript, focusing on story structure, plot progression, character development, world-building, pacing, and overall readability. If you're looking for professional book editing services to refine your novel before publishing, developmental editing is the perfect first step.
Unlike alpha reading, which provides a general overview of a manuscript, developmental editing dives deep into the core storytelling elements, helping authors strengthen weak areas, fix pacing issues, and ensure character arcs feel satisfying.
This manuscript critique process helps writers refine their narrative, enhance emotional impact, and ensure their book resonates with readers before moving on to line editing or final polishing.
Price: $0.030 per word
Line Editing Services: Polish Your Prose for Maximum Impact
Line editing is a sentence-level edit that enhances clarity, flow, style, and readability while maintaining the author’s unique voice.
Unlike copyediting or proofreading, which focus on grammar and typos, professional line editing services refine sentence structure, eliminate awkward phrasing, and ensure smooth, engaging prose that keeps readers immersed in the story.
This manuscript editing process improves word choice, tone, and rhythm, making each sentence more compelling.
Whether preparing your novel for self-publishing or seeking traditional publishing success, hiring a professional book editor for line editing ensures your writing is polished and professional.
Price: $0.025 per word
Copy Editing Services: Perfect Your Manuscript with Precision
Copy editing is a technical, sentence-level edit that ensures grammar, punctuation, spelling, and consistency are flawless while maintaining your unique voice.
Unlike line editing, which focuses on style and flow, professional copy editing services refine your manuscript by correcting typos, syntax errors, word usage, and formatting inconsistencies, ensuring a polished and professional final draft.
This manuscript editing process is essential for self-published authors, traditional publishing submissions, and anyone looking to produce a clean, error-free book.
Whether you’re preparing a fiction novel, nonfiction book, or short story collection, a copy editor for hire helps ensure your writing meets industry standards and reads smoothly.
Price: $0.025 per word
Proofreading Services: The Final Polish for a Flawless Manuscript
Proofreading is the last step in the editing process, focusing on catching typos, grammar mistakes, punctuation errors, and formatting inconsistencies before publication.
Unlike copy editing, which refines sentence structure and clarity, professional proofreading services ensure your manuscript is 100% error-free and ready for self-publishing, literary agents, or traditional publishing submissions.
This manuscript proofreading process is essential for indie authors, fiction writers, and nonfiction authors who want their books to look polished and professional.
Whether you need novel proofreading, book formatting checks, or final manuscript polishing, a proofreader for hire ensures every word is correct, and your book meets publishing industry standards.
Price: $0.015 per word
