Services
& Pricing
Developmental Editing
For stories that need structure, clarity, and cohesion.
Do you have a story idea started—maybe a few chapters written—but nothing feels polished yet? Great. Let’s shape it into something strong and sustainable.
Developmental editing focuses on big-picture refinement: strengthening your narrative arc, clarifying structure, and ensuring your story moves with purpose.
Focus Includes:
Finalizing narrative arc
Structuring chapter order
Character authenticity analysis
Plot development and pacing
Logical progression and readability
Includes all other levels of editing
Pricing:
$0.045 / word
$11.25 / page
Line Editing
For drafts that need refinement and voice consistency.
Have you started your story, but the narrator feels inconsistent or the flow is uneven? No problem. Let’s tighten it up.
Line editing focuses on mid-tier revision—clarifying voice, improving sentence flow, and ensuring smooth transitions throughout the manuscript.
Focus Includes:
Narrative voice development
Style and tone consistency
Paragraph and sentence flow
Continuity throughout the manuscript
Includes copy editing and proofreading
Pricing:
$0.035 / word
$8.75 / page
Copy Editing
For polished drafts that need technical precision.
You’ve written your masterpiece—now let’s make sure the mechanics match the vision.
Copy editing addresses micro-level issues to ensure your manuscript meets professional standards.
Focus Includes:
Grammar, spelling, and punctuation
Formatting corrections
Style guide adherence (Chicago, MLA, APA, etc.)
Consistency checks
Complimentary proofread included
Pricing:
$0.025 / word
$6.25 / page
Proofreading
For final checks before publication.
It never hurts to have a second pair of eyes. Already reviewed your work but worried something slipped through? Let’s catch it.
Proofreading provides a final pass to identify overlooked errors and surface-level issues before submission or publication.
Focus Includes:
Minor errors missed during prior edits
Formatting inconsistencies
Highlighted issues (not corrected directly)
Comments or suggested rewrites provided
Pricing:
$0.015 / word
$3.75 / page
Ghostwriting
For ideas that deserve to become books.
Do you have a story concept but writing isn’t your strength? Maybe you have a character, an outline, or a powerful ending—but need help turning ideas into a manuscript.
Let’s collaborate.
Together, we will:
Develop plot and narrative structure
Create detailed chapter outlines
Build characters and world elements
Identify your target audience
Establish milestones and check-ins
From there, I write your novel, memoir, or manuscript—with regular collaboration throughout the process.
Focus Includes:
World-building
Content outlining
Full manuscript development
Includes all levels of editing
Pricing:
$0.09 / word
$22.50 / page
Additional Information
$25 non-refundable booking fee required to secure project dates
Projects are quoted based on manuscript condition and scope
Image-based or image-heavy projects are quoted by page
Bibliographies are always quoted by word
Payment is due upon project completion (minus booking fee)
Invoice information is collected upon booking; final invoice sent with completed edits
All pricing is final
Group Pricing
Working on a series? Academic journal? Multi-chapter dissertation?
ScratchThat offers 20% off for multiple bookings.
Eligible projects include:
Book series
Academic journals with recurring issues
Dissertations with 2+ chapters
Long-term collaborative projects
Example discounted rate:
Copy Editing: $0.02 / word (after 20% discount)
*Custom quotes provided for bundled projects.
