AGS WORDSMITHS
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Beta Reading
Current Members of Sisters in Crime can recieve our beta reading services for FREE!
Looking for insightful feedback on your manuscript before taking the plunge into publication? Our beta reading service offers authors the opportunity to receive comprehensive evaluations of their work, focusing on big-picture elements such as plot, character development, pacing, and overall storytelling. Our experienced beta readers will provide thoughtful guidance on both the strengths and weaknesses of your manuscript, offering recommendations on areas of improvement and highlighting its standout features.
Our approach to beta reading is designed to meet the needs of authors seeking honest, constructive feedback. During the beta reading process, authors can expect preliminary editing feedback as they continue to refine their final drafts. Although our beta reading services do not include copy editing, proofreading, or developmental editing services, our feedback will help you navigate the broader aspects of your narrative, ensuring that your story resonates with readers. By focusing on the reader's perspective, we hope to help you elevate your story to its fullest potential.
Pricing
$0.01 per word or $20 per hour
Sisters in Crime:
Copy Editing
Current Members of Sisters in Crime can recieve a 10% discount on editing services!
Engaging the services of a proficient copy editor is an invaluable step towards publishing your book. No matter how well you self-edit, familiarity with your manuscript will result in overlooked errors. Recognizing this inherent challenge underlines the importance of investing in professional editing services. Our copy-editing services will help you refine your work to enhance readability and ensure that your message is conveyed with precision and clarity.
Our experienced editors specialize in fine-tuning your content on a sentence level. We meticulously review your text to correct grammar, syntax, punctuation, and style inconsistencies. We also pay close attention to the flow and coherence of your writing, ensuring that each sentence contributes to the overall effectiveness of your message. Whether you need help with word choice, sentence structure, or stylistic nuances, our editors are here to help you achieve your communication goals.
Pricing
$0.02 per word or $40 per hour
Sisters in Crime:
for a 10% discount on copy editing.
Sample Editing
Interested in using our services?
Email us the first 4-5 pages (up to 1500 words) of your manuscript along with your name, short synopsis, total word count, and desired turnaround time. Submissions must be in Microsoft Word or a compatible format and include all the above author inforamtion. If I am interested in accepting your project, I will provide a sample edit of these pages free of charge.
Please note I will not provide free sample edits for works under 10,000 words.
If you decide we are a good fit to work together, I will send you a contract and an invoice for a 10% deposit, based on the maximum price of $.02 per word. We will negotiate a timeframe for the project that works for both of us. I will complete a thorough copy edit of your manuscript within the time frame agreed upon. When I return your manuscript with my notes, I will also attach an invoice that includes my billable hours, less the deposit. Payment is due upon receipt.
We'd love to work with you. Contact us now.
Ready to take your manuscript to the next level? We provide the professional feedback you need to polish your story to perfection. Contact us to schedule beta reading or copy editing services.
address
244 Doctors Dr, Shelbyville, KY 40065
Phone
(502) 257 - 2913
Email
agswordsmiths@gmail.com