Professional book editing · from USD 249

Book Editingyou can see before you buy.Free sample edit.

Book editing is a professional line edit and proofread of your finished manuscript, with an editorial summary of what changed. Paste up to 1,000 words for a free sample edit and a genre-matched editor sends them back with track changes. Our Fresh Eyes package starts from USD 249 for up to 20,000 words, delivered in 7 days.

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Every edit includes

You see every change and why it was made.

The deliverable is not a mystery file. You get tracked changes, editorial judgment, and a clear report so the final manuscript is easier to review, approve, and publish with confidence.

Line edit — sentence flow, word choice, rhythm

Proofread — typos, grammar, punctuation, formatting

Track-changes document — accept or reject every edit

Editorial summary report — strengths and what to fix next

Plagiarism check — plus revision rounds, tier-dependent

Before → after

Sample from a Deep Clean edit

What a professional edit actually looks like.

Strong editing is visible on the page: less repetition, cleaner rhythm, tighter grammar, and decisions you can review in track changes.

The rain had started to begin begun falling down by the time Mara reached the harbour, and she. She pulled her coat tighter... around herself and counted the boats that were still moored against the dark water.

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Editing client feedback

What editing clients say

Authors describe the value: patient delivery, clear communication, and professional book support that stays careful until the work is right.

“This was my first time for this and they help me all the way. There attention to details was great. I love the eloquence of the work. The response time I thougth it was alil slow, but that's realy me, I'm still working on being patient..lol. I will definitely us them again. I do have some more projects.”

Rodney GuptonAuthor of Forgiven Before You Were Born

“This is my second book working with them. My first experience was good. This time it was even better. Will use again for my next book. Really loved the formatting design. Very professional. Quick on replies. Great Cooperation. Fast delivery.”

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Byron Headrick IAuthor of Ahead of the Curve: Strategic Foresight for the Next Decade in Public Education

“Very good experience. Edits were clean, grammar and structure improved without changing my voice. Solid communication and professional throughout. Would recommend.”

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Joe MarquesAuthor of The Unmasking: Why We Hide and How We Find What's Real

“HMD Publishing truly SHINED in the Proofreading & Editing domain. Their PROFESSIONALISM and adaptability EXCEEDED my expectations, delivering exceptional quality. They were quick with my edits as well, for a book that’s around 51,000 words! Working with them was a breeze thanks to their cooperation, quick responsiveness, and kindness. 👏”

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Kashana RuthAuthor of Empower Your Faith: Practical Strategies for Women to Prioritize God, Improve Self-Esteem, and Discover God's Plan for Your Life

“Quick turnaround and adherence to editing requests are exceptional. I strongly recommend to others.”

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Ronald J. ChooAuthor of Entropy Universe Quantum Physics AI & Consciousness

“This was my first time for this and they help me all the way. There attention to details was great. I love the eloquence of the work. The response time I thougth it was alil slow, but that's realy me, I'm still working on being patient..lol. I will definitely us them again. I do have some more projects.”

Rodney GuptonAuthor of Forgiven Before You Were Born

“This is my second book working with them. My first experience was good. This time it was even better. Will use again for my next book. Really loved the formatting design. Very professional. Quick on replies. Great Cooperation. Fast delivery.”

Byron Headrick IAuthor of Ahead of the Curve: Strategic Foresight for the Next Decade in Public Education

“Very good experience. Edits were clean, grammar and structure improved without changing my voice. Solid communication and professional throughout. Would recommend.”

Joe MarquesAuthor of The Unmasking: Why We Hide and How We Find What's Real

“HMD Publishing truly SHINED in the Proofreading & Editing domain. Their PROFESSIONALISM and adaptability EXCEEDED my expectations, delivering exceptional quality. They were quick with my edits as well, for a book that’s around 51,000 words! Working with them was a breeze thanks to their cooperation, quick responsiveness, and kindness. 👏”

Kashana RuthAuthor of Empower Your Faith: Practical Strategies for Women to Prioritize God, Improve Self-Esteem, and Discover God's Plan for Your Life

“Quick turnaround and adherence to editing requests are exceptional. I strongly recommend to others.”

Ronald J. ChooAuthor of Entropy Universe Quantum Physics AI & Consciousness

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Books we have helped bring to market.

A small selection of HMD-supported books, shown here as practical proof of finished execution across genres.

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Michael Fauscette

VyCTOR - Die Kunst, dem Trend zu folgen

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Don. N. Markland

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Choose your package

Three editing packages. See what each includes.

Every package includes the services listed below. Your book editor returns the manuscript as track changes with an editorial summary report, so you can accept or reject each correction. Not sure how deep to go? The free sample edit of up to 1,000 words shows which package your draft needs before you pay.

Fresh Eyes (Line Edit + Proofread)
USD 249
Line edit, proofreading, plagiarism check and editing summary report.
Up to 20,000 words · 7 days · 1 revision round
Deep Clean (Proofread + Edit)
USD 377
Everything in Fresh Eyes, plus deep copy editing, style and flow improvements, and consistency checks.
Up to 40,000 words · 10 days · 2 revision rounds
Full Makeover (Copy Edit)
USD 497
Everything in Deep Clean, plus a full copy edit, structural suggestions, and voice and tone refinement.
Up to 60,000 words · 14 days · 2 revision rounds

Weighing copy editing against a proofread? Read proofreading vs copy editing. For a longer manuscript, send your word count for a free exact quote within 1 business day, or compare the packages.

Transparent pricing

Investment

Three editing packages. Fixed prices.

Editing Packages

Deep Clean

Proofread + Edit

USD 377

Up to 40,000 words · 2 revisions

10 days delivery2 revision rounds

Everything in Fresh Eyes
Deep copy editing
Style and flow improvements
Consistency checks
Up to 40,000 words

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Package tier

Fresh Eyes

Line Edit + Proofread

USD 249

Up to 20,000 words · 1 revision

Line edit
Proofreading
Plagiarism check
Editing summary report
Up to 20,000 words
1 revision round
7 days delivery

Get Started

Deep Clean

Proofread + Edit

USD 377

Up to 40,000 words · 2 revisions

Everything in Fresh Eyes
Deep copy editing
Style and flow improvements
Consistency checks
Up to 40,000 words
2 revision rounds
10 days delivery

Get Started

Package tier

Full Makeover

Copy Edit

USD 497

Up to 60,000 words · 2 revisions

Everything in Deep Clean
Full copy edit
Structural suggestions
Voice and tone refinement
Up to 60,000 words
2 revision rounds
2 weeks delivery

Get Started

Proofreading is included in Fresh Eyes. See book proofreading

How it works

A sample first, so you never buy blind.

Every project can start with a free edit of up to 1,000 words, so you see our work on your own pages before committing.

Step 1

1. Sample Edit

We edit up to 1,000 words to show our approach and quality.

Step 2

2. Full Manuscript Edit

Comprehensive editing with track changes and comments.

Step 3

3. Editorial Letter

Detailed feedback on strengths and areas for improvement.

Step 4

4. Revision Round

Address your questions and refine the edits.

FAQ

Questions authors usually ask before they commit.

Clear answers on timeline, scope, rights, revisions, and what happens after checkout.

How much do professional book editing services cost?

Professional book editing starts at USD 249. Your exact quote depends on manuscript word count and the editing depth required; send your details and we will recommend a tier and reply with a fixed quote within 1 business day.

Which manuscript editing service do I need?

Fresh Eyes includes a line edit, proofreading, a plagiarism check and an editing summary report. Deep Clean includes everything in Fresh Eyes plus deep copy editing, style and flow improvements, and consistency checks. Full Makeover includes everything in Deep Clean plus a full copy edit, structural suggestions, and voice and tone refinement.

Can I get a free sample from a professional book editor?

Yes. A professional book editor will edit up to 1,000 words and return a track-changes sample with short editorial feedback, normally within 24–48 hours. There is no obligation to book the full manuscript edit.

How long does book editing take?

Turnaround varies by package: Fresh Eyes takes 7 days, Deep Clean takes 10 days, and Full Makeover takes 2 weeks. Your quote confirms the schedule for your word count before work begins.

What do I receive from your book editing service?

You receive an edited Word document with track changes, an editorial summary, and the revision allowance included in your tier. Fresh Eyes includes 1 revision round; Deep Clean and Full Makeover include 2.

Do you provide novel editing and book proofreading services across genres?

Yes. We edit fiction, memoir, business, academic, and other non-fiction manuscripts, matching the editor to the book's genre and required level of work. The sample edit helps confirm fit before you commit.

Does Fresh Eyes include proofreading?

Yes. Fresh Eyes includes a line edit, proofreading, a plagiarism check and an editing summary report: USD 249 for up to 20,000 words, with 7-day turnaround and 1 revision round. Your manuscript is returned as track changes with an editing summary report. See book proofreading

Guides and free tools

See the work before you decide

Start with your free sample edit.

Paste up to 1,000 words. We return a track-changes sample, brief editorial feedback, and a recommended editing depth—normally within 24–48 hours. There is no payment and no obligation.

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