Copyediting
Reviewing the mechanical elements of your work; i.e., “crossing the t’s and dotting the i’s” (checking spelling, grammar, syntax, and consistency) while preserving author voice. If applicable, includes addresses, phone/fax numbers, and reference sections (text only). All URLs tested.
Substantive or line editing
Tidying up the mechanical details (copyediting), plus line-by-line attention to language and flow, still preserving author voice. If applicable, includes addresses, phone/fax numbers, and reference sections (text plus verifying titles/authors online). All URLs tested.
Developmental editing
Working interactively with you on content, structure, and voice, plus addressing the mechanical nitpicks listed above.
Critiquing
Analyzing your work in terms of audience or market, prior to editing, and providing a report.
Instructional editing
Any combination of the above, for apprentice writers looking to learn the ropes themselves.
