WELCOME TO THE ALPHA EDIT
At The Alpha Edit, I take your passion and turn it into perfection, bringing your writing to the next level. Professionalism in the friendliest ways is the goal, editing your work and building connections so I can ensure your success at your comfort.
ABOUT THE ALPHA
What do IÂ do?
So you finally finished your manuscript after countless hours of writing... Congratulations! That is no simple accomplishment and you're making great progress, but you're not quite finished yet. Need to know the next step? I can help!
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At The Alpha Edit, I take your writing to the next stage with revisions and adjustments fit for publication. I offer multiple helpful services and dedicate myself to your project for your benefit.
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Anyone can read over your writing and give feedback, but it takes more than that to really improve your writing skills; I'll scan over your work with a trained eye and pinpoint the smallest details, bringing them to your attention so I can help you grow as a writer. I'm not here only to fix your work; my goal is to help you become the best author you can be.
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I make it a point to provide professional & useful advice while building friendly, stress-free relationships with my clients to ensure both parties are comfortable. The last thing I want to do as your editor is come on too strongly!
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I copy-edit a wide variety of genres: general fantasy, urban fantasy, high fantasy, horror, thriller, mystery, fan fiction, scriptwriting, and more. I've also worked with academic papers and journalism writing, so I have a vast repertoire of styles under my belt to help you.
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All you have to do is send me your manuscript and I'll make the necessary edits, and when they're complete, you get to showcase your hard work to the world!
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If it's your passion, then nothing but perfection will suffice.
ALPHA SERVICES
Not sure what type of editing you're looking for? Contact me to see if I'm the right editor for your project!
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If you need more detailed descriptions of my services, please don't hesitate to contact me. I'd be happy to clarify.
COPY EDITING
If you're at the point where you need an editor to step in and take charge, then this is the service you're looking for. I take your manuscript and make the necessary adjustments that include spelling, grammar, punctuation, general syntax, technical inconsistencies, and other factors for deep line-level polishing.
PROOFREADING
Unsure if your edited copy is suitable for publishing? Let me fine-tune it! This is one final check to catch typos, formatting errors, and any remaining issues in your manuscript so nothing slips into the printed copies. I recommend you receive copy edits beforehand, either from me or another editor, to ensure the best possible result for your writing.
BETA READING
Your manuscript is beyond the point of syntax and the technical stuff, but you still need help with the structure... I can help there, too! My beta reading offers advice regarding characters, the rhythm, tempo, plot holes, and other fictional elements outside of grammar and punctuation.
MANUSCRIPT EVALUATION
I understand that you may not need me to read every single line and pick out the tiniest details, but would still like assistance, so I can help by reading over your entire piece without pinpointing each tiny error. Afterward, I can provide a thorough analysis of repetitive mistakes and offer ways you can improve upon them for future reference.
OUR PRICES
Prices are based on a per-word system to make the math easy on both ends, leaving the quote process simple and stress-free! This is determined by the word count of your original copy.
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There are flat fees specific to each service that act as down payments, which should be processed before I begin working on your manuscript. This makes sure you've officially commissioned me and plan on going through with my adjustments!
Flat Fee: $50.00
Word Fee: $0.04 per word
COPY EDITING
You'll send us $50.00 before any changes are made, then you'll be charged $0.04 per word from your original copy. We unfortunately cannot begin making edits until the flat fee has gone through.
Flat Fee: $20.00
Word Fee: $0.03 per word
PROOFREADING
We should receive the flat fee of $20.00 before we may begin scanning through your writing; after that, you'll be notified of the word fee of $0.03 per word on the original manuscript.
Flat Fee: $15.00
Word Fee: $0.02 per word
BETA READING
The $15.00 should be fully processed before we start beta reading your project, and you'll be given a quote regarding the $0.02Â word fee afterward.
Flat Fee: $10.00
Word Fee: $0.01 per word
MANUSCRIPT EVALUATION
After the flat fee ($10.00) has gone through, we can inform you of the $0.01Â word fee and start analyzing.
WHY CHOOSE ME?
I've been a writer for many years and have had extensive experience in all forms; I've written everything from creative narratives to academic papers, both of which I've edited, and multiple writers who've commissioned me have been satisfied with my work.​
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I found that I had a love for editing when I began writing and familiarized myself with syntax, so I made it a point to write as well as possible—which is why people started asking me to provide an extra set of eyes on their papers! Little did I know that I'd fall in love with it.
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I'm currently pursuing multiple degrees in Creative Writing and am in the process of taking many composition courses, so my education and background make me a reliable copy editor for fictional writing. I'm also the Editor-in-Chief of my college newspaper!
Reading is one of my favorite hobbies, and I love to support & help fellow authors, so working with me is like working with a friend; I make a dedication to your project and will celebrate all of your successes!
FAQ
IS THERE A RUSH FEE FOR FINISHING A MANUSCRIPT FASTER?
I dedicate lots of time to your project and always do my best to accommodate a two-week turnaround, but it depends on the length of the manuscript and other outside factors. If you need something finished by a specific deadline, we can discuss a rush fee depending on your timeline.
HOW QUICKLY CAN YOU COMPLETE A PROJECT?
It depends on how many words you need to be reviewed, so I can't provide an accurate estimate. My process consists of reading through everything, editing/making comments, and a final scan to find any lasting errors; the amount of time will vary because of that. I do my best to keep my clients posted on where I stand.
ARE YOUR SERVICES EXPENSIVE?
I would say my rates are fair. I think this because it takes lots of time to thoroughly analyze a manuscript and make the necessary adjustments, as I strive to be as in-depth as possible, so I dedicate hours to each author's writing when my attention could be elsewhere; I make your project a personal priority because you're commissioning my business and expect professional results. I understand that my rates may be pricey for some writers, so I'm willing to have that conversation with clients.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT AFTER I CONTACT YOU?
That's entirely up to you! If you'd like to request a free sample, that option is certainly open; if you have a question, I'll answer it to the best of my ability; if you're certain you'd like to commission me, we'll get everything sorted. The communication process really goes in whatever direction you'd like it to.
HOW DO I PAY YOU?
I complete all transactions through PayPal. The flat fee should be completely processed before I begin working, but the quote for the word fee will be given to you shortly.
DO YOU OFFER PAYMENT PLANS AND DISCOUNTS?
Payment plans are definitely an option, but I don't offer discounts at this point, though holidays are possible exceptions. Nothing has been decided yet.
ARE FREE SAMPLES AVAILABLE?
Yes! I offer a free 1,000-word sample per client, per service.
CAN I GET MORE INFORMATION?
Yes, absolutely! Fill out the contact form to get in touch and I'd be happy to talk with you.
GET IN CONTACT!
If you're ready to work with me, feel free to reach out so we can start discussing the details of your project. I can't wait to collaborate!