Editing Services
Stories that shine. Voices that stay yours.
At DrawnTogetherPress, we elevate your manuscript without sanding down your voice. From typo-free polish to deep story surgery, we meet you where your draft is—and take it further.
Why authors choose us
- Voice-first editing: we refine, never rewrite your style.
- Genre-savvy pros: romance, fantasy, paranormal, and urban fiction.
- Actionable feedback: clear notes, examples, and next-step guidance.
- Transparent timelines & pricing: no surprises, just results.
Packages at a glance
1) The Final Polish — Proofreading — $400
Best for: a clean, almost-ready draft
You get:
- Spelling, grammar, punctuation fixes
- Light formatting consistency
- Track changes + clean copy
- Up to 80,000 words | 1–2 weeks
Perfect when you just need that last pass before launch.
2) Clean & Clear — Copy Edit — $950
Best for: clarity, correctness, and flow
You get:
- Grammar, usage, and consistency
- Sentence-level clarity & smoothing
- Light style suggestions
- Track changes + editorial letter
- Up to 80,000 words | 2–3 weeks
Perfect when the story works—but the sentences need shine.
3) Style & Structure — Line Edit — $1,600
Best for: elevating voice, rhythm, and pacing
You get:
- Sentence surgery for tone, cadence, and impact
- Voice consistency checks
- Inline suggestions + editorial letter
- Two rounds of edits included
- Up to 80,000 words | 3–4 weeks
Perfect when you want your prose to sing.
4) The Big Picture — Developmental Edit — $2,400
Best for: early/mid-draft story shaping
You get:
- Plot, structure, pacing, and character arc review
- Chapter-by-chapter notes
- 3-page editorial summary
- Optional 1-hour feedback call
- Up to 80,000 words | 4–5 weeks
Perfect when you need a strategy, not just fixes.
5) The Works — Full-Service Edit — $4,000
Best for: a complete, start-to-finish transformation
You get:
- Developmental edit → Line edit → Final proofread
- Editorial letter + tracked revisions
- Priority turnaround
- Up to 80,000 words | 6–8 weeks
Perfect when you want a team handling the whole journey.
Add-Ons
- Back cover blurb / synopsis polish — $75
- 1:1 Zoom consult (30 min) — $50
- Beta read + reader report — $150
- Audiobook script proofing — $100/hr
How it works
- Book your spot → Choose a package & date.
- Manuscript review → We confirm fit and scope.
- Deep edit → You’ll see every change and why it’s recommended.
- Debrief → Editorial letter + optional call (where included).
- Final files → Clean copy, style notes, and your next-steps plan.
FAQs
Do you edit longer books? Yes—custom quotes available for >80k words.
Will you change my voice? No. We preserve tone and strengthen clarity.
Do you offer rush? Yes—limited slots; surcharge applies.
Genres? Romance (all heat levels), fantasy/SF, paranormal, urban fiction, and adjacent genres.
Payment terms? 25% deposit to reserve; balance due at delivery.
Rights & confidentiality? You retain all rights. NDAs available on request.
Terms & Notes
- 25% deposit required to secure your spot
- Rush delivery available for a fee
- Custom quotes for special projects (series bibles, box sets, gnarly timelines)
Ready to make your book unputdownable?
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P.S. Want help choosing a package? Send your first 5 pages and goals—we’ll recommend the right path in one business day.