Bernard’s Editorial Services
Whether you’re writing your first book or your hundredth, Bernard’s Editorial Services provides you with the tools you need to strengthen your writing, captivate your readers, and improve your storytelling techniques.
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Editing Services
Not sure which type of editing service would best suit your work? Contact me to discuss your options.
Proofreading Services
$0.01/word
Proofreading involves meticulously scanning a manuscript for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and formatting issues to ensure that it’s polished and error-free.
As the last step in the editing process, the goal of proofreading is to catch any remaining errors or oversights that may have slipped through during developmental, line, or copy editing.
Proofreading is only available to manuscripts that have been professionally edited and need a final once-over.
For a full-length novel, proofreading can take 2-3 weeks to complete.
Line Editing + Copy Editing
$0.02 – $0.04/word
Line editing addresses the stylistic aspects of writing (e.g., sentence structure, word choice, readability, consistency, and clarity), while copy editing focuses on the technical side (e.g., grammar, punctuation, spelling, and formatting, as well as fact-checking and reviewing citations when necessary).
With my combined line editing and copy editing service, I’ll clean up wordy sentences, rework awkward phrasing, improve pacing and transitions, remove redundancies, correct errors, and refine your manuscript to perfection.
For a full-length novel, line/copy editing can take 4-8 weeks to complete.
Developmental Editing
$0.03 – $0.05/word
Developmental editing, also called comprehensive editing, focuses on the big-picture elements of a manuscript like plot, character development, pacing, structure, dialogue, and writing style.
In addition to providing direct line editing and copy editing to your manuscript, I’ll deliver a detailed evaluation of the developmental aspects of your work, ensuring your manuscript is robust and well-crafted, avoids plot holes and under-developed characters, and effectively resonates with your intended audience.
For a full-length novel, developmental editing can take 4-8 weeks to complete.
Manuscript Critique
$0.005/word
From plot holes to character development, pacing to narrative structure, my manuscript critique provides in-depth feedback and actionable suggestions to strengthen your writing and help you realize your creative vision.
With a manuscript critique, you’ll get a detailed evaluation of your work that covers areas of strength and weakness, common errors and how to rectify them, guidance on rewriting/revising your manuscript, and tips to help you improve your writing.
This service does not include editing.
For a full-length novel, a manuscript critique can take 2-3 weeks to complete.
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What Clients Say
“Kara was wonderful. As a first time writer, the process after the book is finished is daunting. What do I do next? Who do I turn to? Kara Bernard, that’s who. She read my manuscript with a truly professional eye and treated me as though I’d already published 10 books. Every e-mail was answered, even if it was just a quick hello. She is someone who cares about what you send her and wants to make you a better writer. She wants to see you succeed, not just offer a service. Thank you, Kara, for making this so comfortable and shining a light on the road ahead.”
— Dave T.
The Last Dance
“Kara was absolutely amazing. She edited my first poetry book and I couldn’t have put my words in better hands. She was so thoughtful, very thorough, and timely. She answered all my questions and did a phenomenal job. I will definitely be working with Kara again and recommending her to anyone who might need her services.”
— Laura A.
Letters to a Lost Lover
“Excellent to work with. Very quick and timely. Clearly communicated what to expect and when. Delivered very quickly quality work. I will definitely be working with her again.”
— Paul M.
Tony Learns How to Earn
“[Kara] was super nice, finished quickly and also gave my book a shout out once it was released! If you need great editing quickly, call on Kara!”
— Tara E.
Drew the Lonely Dragon
“Kara is very responsive and easy to work with. She helps clarify items that would otherwise go unaccounted for. She helps build results that are better than the original work submitted. She creates a better experience for the reader and her knowledge in her field is apparent.”
— David W.
Happy Tooth
“Kara is a fantastic editor with an eye for detail and story structure. She was extremely thorough during developmental edits, giving positivity right along with more constructive criticisms to help guide me in improving my story, but also worked with me as I made changes to ensure we were both pleased with the final result. During line edits and proofing, she was just as thorough, and replied to all of my questions during the process. She’s also quick! I will definitely hire Kara again and would wholeheartedly recommend her for your editing needs.”
— Azalea F.
Witch in Isenshire
“Kara was a complete pro, from our first conversation to the completion of the editing process. Could not have [been] more pleased with her work. The project was a memoir that I had been working on for over 2 years and she treated it like gold for me. THANK YOU SO MUCH, KARA!”
— Andy S.
The Perfect Club
“Thank you, Bernard’s Editorial Services, for making my story come to life. I am impressed with your work and will continue using your company for all my writings in the future.”
— Tambeara W.
He Came Home
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