Developmental editing
Developmental editing is the foundation of a great book. Our editors assess the overall structure, pacing, character development, argument flow and narrative arc of your manuscript. We provide detailed feedback and actionable suggestions that strengthen your work without overwriting your voice.
This service is ideal for authors who have a complete first or second draft and want expert guidance on how to elevate their manuscript before moving into line editing. We work across all genres and formats, including novels, memoirs, business books, academic texts and children's literature.
- Full manuscript assessment with written editorial report
- Chapter-by-chapter structural feedback
- Character and plot analysis for fiction
- Argument coherence review for non-fiction
- Two rounds of revision consultation included
Copy editing and proofreading
Once your structure is solid, our copy editors polish your prose at the sentence level. We correct grammar, spelling, punctuation and syntax while improving clarity, consistency and readability. Our proofreaders then perform a final quality check to catch any remaining errors before publication.
We follow the Australian Style Manual by default, but can also work to Chicago, AP or house style guides as required. Every manuscript receives two passes — one by the copy editor and one by an independent proofreader — to ensure nothing slips through the cracks.
- Grammar, spelling and punctuation correction
- Consistency checks for terminology, names and dates
- Style guide adherence (Australian Style Manual, Chicago, etc.)
- Fact-checking for non-fiction references
- Final proofreading pass before publication
Book cover design and interior layout
Readers do judge a book by its cover — and by its interior design. Our design team creates stunning, genre-appropriate covers that capture attention on bookshop shelves and in online thumbnails. We also handle interior typesetting, ensuring your pages are elegant, readable and professionally formatted.
Every design project begins with a creative brief where we discuss your vision, target audience and comparable titles. We present three initial concepts, refine your preferred direction through two rounds of revisions, and deliver print-ready and digital files in all required formats.
- Three initial cover concepts with mood boards
- Full wrap cover for paperback and hardcover
- Interior typesetting for print and eBook
- Custom chapter headers and ornamental elements
- Print-ready PDF, ePub and Mobi file delivery
Service packages and pricing
We offer three flexible packages to suit different budgets and project scopes. Every package includes a free initial manuscript assessment so we can provide an accurate quote tailored to your specific needs. Prices below are starting points — final quotes depend on word count, genre and turnaround time.
Essentials
Perfect for authors who need focused editing support
- Copy editing (up to 80,000 words)
- Proofreading pass
- Style sheet creation
- eBook formatting (ePub)
- Email support throughout
Professional
Our most popular package for serious authors
- Developmental editing
- Copy editing and proofreading
- Cover design (3 concepts)
- Interior layout (print + eBook)
- ISBN registration assistance
- Dedicated project manager
Complete
End-to-end service from manuscript to market
- Everything in Professional
- Publishing setup (KDP + IngramSpark)
- Book marketing strategy
- Author website (one-page)
- Social media launch kit
- 90-day post-launch support
Ready to publish your book?
Contact us today for a free manuscript assessment and personalised quote. Our team is ready to help you achieve your publishing goals with professionalism and care.
Request a free assessment