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From developmental structure to comma-perfect proofreading — our Big-5-trained editors polish your manuscript to publisher-ready perfection.
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- Editorial & Proofreading Excellence
Editing That Makes Your Writing Shine
From developmental structure to comma-perfect proofreading — our Big-5-trained editors polish your manuscript to publisher-ready perfection.
- Big-5 Trained Editors
- 48-Hour Sample Edit
- Chicago & AP Style
4,200+
Manuscripts Edited
60+
Senior Editors
25+
Genres Covered
- Free Ghost Writing Roadmap
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Editing That Makes Your Writing Shine
From developmental structure to comma-perfect proofreading — our Big-5-trained editors polish your manuscript to publisher-ready perfection.
Get Your Free Quote
Tell us about your project — we'll respond in 24 hours.
Every book deserves an editor who gets it.
The right editor doesn't just fix errors — they elevate voice, tighten story, and give your manuscript the polish that separates hobbyists from professionals.
Big-5 Editorial Pedigree
Our editors have worked at Penguin Random House, HarperCollins, and Macmillan.
Genre-Matched Editors
Your editor knows your genre's conventions, tropes, and reader expectations.
Voice-Preserving Craft
We polish your prose — we never rewrite you out of your own book.
"SwiftBook transformed my vision into a professional finished product I'm proud to share with the world."
See The Editorial Craft
Track-changes rigor from Big-5-trained editors — voice preserved, prose sharpened.
The old lighthouse stood on the cliff, very very stubbornly defying the winter storms that battered its walls.
Inside, the man that was old the old keeper lit the lamp with hands that had done this for a lot of for forty winters.
He whispered a name into the dark, and the sea whispered back.
"Beautiful opening — trimmed adverbs and tightened the second sentence's rhythm. Your voice stays fully intact."
Every Level Of Editing
From big-picture story work to final proof.
Developmental Editing
Structure, pacing, plot, character arcs, and story mechanics.
Line Editing
Sentence-level flow, rhythm, and prose polish.
Copy Editing
Grammar, syntax, consistency, and style guide adherence.
Proofreading
Final pass for typos, formatting, and print-ready polish.
Manuscript Critique
10–15 page editorial letter with actionable feedback.
Non-Fiction Fact-Checking
Rigorous source verification for credibility.
How We Deliver Excellence
Free Sample Edit
1,500-word sample so you love your editor first.
Editor Matching
Paired with the perfect genre specialist.
Track-Changes Edit
Detailed edits with rationale in every margin.
Author Q&A
60-min consult call to walk through the edit.
Authors Who Trusted Us
"My editor caught structural issues I couldn't see. The book is 10x better because of them."
"Line edits were surgical — my voice intact, my prose sharpened."
"The most respectful, insightful editorial process I've ever experienced."
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What's the difference between editing types?
Developmental = big picture. Line = sentence craft. Copy = grammar. Proof = final typos.
Do I get to see my editor first?
Yes — free 1,500-word sample edit before you commit.
How long does editing take?
2–6 weeks depending on level and word count.
Can I request a specific editor?
Absolutely — many authors work with the same editor across books.
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