Three editing passes, three different jobs. Learn which one your manuscript needs first.
Why the order matters
Fixing sentences before fixing structure wastes time and money.
The three passes
- Developmental edit: structure, pacing and arguments
- Copy edit: grammar, consistency and style
- Proofread: the final check for typos
How to decide
If you are unsure, start with a manuscript assessment and let the editor recommend the right level.
Every book starts with one decision: to begin.