Our Services

When seeking professional editing services, it's important to understand the different types of editing available, as each serves a unique purpose. Here is an overview of the primary types of editing to help you determine which service best suits your needs.

  • Proofreading focuses on catching surface-level errors such as spelling, grammar, punctuation, and formatting issues. It ensures your document is clean, consistent, and free of distracting mistakes and is essential prior to publication.

  • Copyediting focuses on improving the accuracy, clarity, and consistency of your writing while preserving your voice and intent. It corrects grammar, punctuation, spelling, and syntax, and also ensures proper word usage and adherence to style guides. This stage bridges the gap between developmental editing and proofreading, making your text publication-ready.

  • Line editing goes deeper than copyediting, focusing on the style, tone, clarity, and flow of your writing at the sentence level. It refines word choice, restructures awkward phrasing, and enhances the rhythm and impact of your prose. The goal is to make your writing more engaging and effective without altering the overall content.

  • Developmental editing looks at the big picture, helping shape the structure, content, and organization of your work. It addresses issues like plot, pacing, character development, argument strength, or overall coherence, depending on the type of writing. This is typically the first and most comprehensive stage of editing, ideal for early drafts.

Who we serve

  • Independent authors/content creators (fiction and nonfiction)

  • Publishers seeking reliable freelancers

  • Nonprofits or mission-driven businesses

  • Government agencies or businesses that produce information products

Ready for the next step?

Contact us for a consultation by sending an email to info@arnoldeditorialservice.com. To help us better understand your needs, please include as much detail as possible, including the nature of your project, word count, intended audience, timeline, and any specific editorial requirements. The information you provide is confidential and will not be shared.

Rates

Our competitive rates are consistent with guidelines established by the Editorial Freelancers Association.

Tools

  • AMA Manual of Style

  • The Associated Press Stylebook

  • APA Style guide

  • The Chicago Manual of Style

  • Dorland’s Medical Dictionary