Authors
Polish a manuscript before it goes to layout.
Copy editing
Careful checks for accuracy, consistency, grammar and clarity.
Overview
Copy editing
Copy editing refines the text without changing the author voice. We correct grammar and spelling, apply a consistent style and flag unclear passages and factual doubts for review.
We follow your house style guide, or help you choose one.
What is included
- Grammar, spelling and punctuation
- Consistency of style and terminology
- Fact and reference flags for author review
- Clarity suggestions in tracked changes
- Style sheet for the project
- Final clean copy
Where it fits
Who this is for
Publishers
Add editing capacity.
Academic and corporate content
Keep terminology consistent.
How it works
Our process
- 1
Manuscript review
We review your files and agree scope, style and format.
- 2
Editing
Copy editing and consistency checks are applied.
- 3
Layout
Typesetting and artwork bring the pages together.
- 4
Accessibility and conversion
Alt-text, transcripts and digital formats are prepared.
- 5
Proof and delivery
You review proofs, then receive final files.
Questions
Common questions
Do you change my writing style?
No. We improve clarity and consistency and show changes for your approval.
Which style guides do you follow?
Your house style, or a standard guide we agree with you.
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Learn moreEnquire about copy editing
Tell us what you need and we will reply with an approach and a realistic timeline.