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You’ve been writing a bold nonfiction book and you plan to get it published.

You want your book to be legitimately good and enjoyed by many.

But you’re too close to it to know exactly what it needs.

And you don’t know all the publishing industry standards to apply.

You’ve gotten some feedback. But not from a professional nonfiction editor who knows what makes a book great.

(Let’s be honest—your “friend who was an English major” doesn’t count.)

You need an experienced, encouraging nonfiction book editor to:

✅ Polish your manuscript so it’s clear, concise, and consistent

✅ Smooth sentences and transitions to improve pacing and flow

✅ Refine your message so it resonates with your intended audience

✅ Optimize structure for maximum impact and reader retention

✅ Prepare for publication whether you’re self-publishing or pursuing traditional publishing

It’s time to turn your manuscript into an impressive, ready-to-publish book that actually gets read.

Nonfiction Book Editing Services

Choose your path(s) below. Custom quotes (and reasonable rates) are offered for projects requiring different levels of editing.

The Editing Process:

1️⃣Contact: Tell me about your book, goals, and timeline and share a confidential sample of your draft so I can assess fit and needs.

2️⃣Discuss scope and deliverables: I’ll set up a call to discuss level of edit, deliverables, turnaround, and special requests.

3️⃣Quote, contract, and invoice: You’ll receive a written quote and contract. Sign to confirm and pay by card to reserve your start date.

4️⃣Files and feedback: I edit your manuscript in Microsoft Word using Track Changes and Comments and deliver an editorial letter. Some projects include two rounds of edits at no additional cost. I’ll check in as the work progresses.

5️⃣Final revisions. You’ll approve suggested edits, review comments, and revise the file I sent you. Voilà—a publish‑ready manuscript.

6️⃣Get published! When you’re ready to publish, I offer coaching, launch support, and digital resources to help you take the next steps. And please keep me posted—I love hearing about launches and successes.

Copy Editing

Developmental Editing (aka Structural Editing, Content Editing)

Nonfiction genres: Self-Help and Personal Development; Dating Advice; Relationships; US History, Biography, Politics, Sports, Cultural Studies.

Developmental editing rate: $0.040 per word

Book Proposal Editing

Book proposal editing rate: $199

nonfiction book proposal template PDF: $15
list of US nonfiction publishers : $15

I can’t thank Dan enough for the diligence he put into this. He has is an incredible gift to be able to hold attention to such details. . . .

As many times as I went through it, I still can’t believe how many missing words and typos there were. That’s why authors need to recruit a strong team. . . . It is so very worth the investment!

The manuscript looks great and I couldn’t be happier.

—Melissa M. Carvalho, author of Purpose Forward: The Ultimate Career Starter’s Guide to Finding a Career (and Life) of Purpose

With these nonfiction book editing services, you’ll get:

• A polished manuscript aligned with US publishing industry standards—The Chicago Manual of Style, Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary, and the Oxford (serial comma).

• Thoughtful edits, comments, and feedback that elevates your writing and enhances your publishing success.

• Attention from an experienced editor who’s worked on dozens of nonfiction books.

• Supportive guidance with clear communication and regular updates.

• Project completion within 2 to 8 weeks.

Get your book edited today!