Editing Services
I provide line editing, copyediting, and proofreading to self-publishing authors and indie publishers nationwide. For select projects, I'm also able to give more in-depth developmental or substantive edits; please email me to inquire.
I specialize in editing stories of disillusionment and transformation, and I relish those that dig into social contracts, the human condition, and radical hope. Genres I work on vary across contemporary fiction and creative nonfiction, including political science, religious deconstruction, coming-of-age, romance, and self-help.
"Lore's professionalism and attention to detail are admirable—but it's their compassionate, thoughtful, and enthusiastic care for our authors' stories that truly stands out. As a publisher representing books by and for marginalized people, we must achieve excellence in everything we do. I know that I can trust Lore to carry out Row House's commitment to excellence and to handle every manuscript in a way that ensures our books leave an indelible impact on readers."
Rebekah Borucki,
president of Row House Publishing
"Lore's dedication and unwavering commitment to inclusivity and their sensitivity to the experience of marginalized voices sets them apart in the editing field. Working with Lore not only improved the quality of my writing, but also deepened my understanding of how to respectfully and effectively represent a wide range of perspectives."
Jule Leigh, author of This Is Big
Line Editing
Line-by-line examination of the language in your story. I carefully read through your book and get to know your voice to then offer suggestions to improve the impact of your words in a way that goes beyond grammar and spelling.
Prices starting at $.04/word.
Copyediting
Mechanical editing for spelling, grammar, syntax, consistency, and style choices. I study your words in painstaking detail to offer edits that strengthen your manuscript and connect your story to your readers.
Prices starting at $.03/word.
Proofreading
Careful final readthrough to catch stray typographical and spelling errors, formatting snafus, and glaring grammar blunders. This service is only for publishers or self-publishing authors who have already had their books copyedited and formatted.
Prices starting at $.015/word.