{"id":751,"date":"2015-06-30T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2015-06-30T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/161.35.63.92\/index.php\/2015\/06\/30\/the-costs-of-self-publishing-101-editing\/"},"modified":"2026-03-26T08:12:37","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T13:12:37","slug":"the-costs-of-self-publishing-101-editing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/draft2digital.com\/blog\/the-costs-of-self-publishing-101-editing\/","title":{"rendered":"The Costs of Self-Publishing 101 \u2013 Editing"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"et_pb_section_0 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\"><div class=\"et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row et_flex_row\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_0 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_0 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><em><b>How Much Does a Book Editor Cost? What Can You Expect in Fees?<\/b><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Editing is the final step of self-publishing that transforms a manuscript into a novel. Or it\u2019s the first step in turning a novel into a published work. Better yet, it\u2019s both. That should tell you how important editing is. But how much should it cost you? The answer depends on how you define editing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Types of Editing<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before diving into costs, let's understand the different types of editing:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Developmental editing: Big-picture editing focuses on story structure, plot, and character development.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Content editing: Similar to developmental editing but less intensive, addressing plot holes and inconsistencies.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Line editing: Focuses on writing style, language use, and sentence structure.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Copy editing: Addresses grammar, punctuation, and consistency issues.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proofreading: The final check for typos and formatting issues.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><b>Editing What You May Think About Editing<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of those, there are two types of editing you should be focused on. These are extremely broad types and they break down into different things that often use names interchangeably.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Copy Editing: Somebody Needs to Edit This. Do You Copy?\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first type of editing is copy editing. This editing focuses mainly on grammar, punctuation, sentence layout, syntactic style, sometimes language clarity, and maybe tone. Very rarely does copy editing deal with actual content.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A copy editor is not typically going to wonder if a fact is correct or if this character would use that word. A copy editor will note if you misspelled the species in your fact or if a character dangles a participle.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Story Editing: The Story of How You Made Up a Story<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The second type of editing falls under the umbrella of story editing. It may start all the way at the outline stage (developmental) or it may come in at the end to make sure the plot points hang together and all the characters sound consistently like themselves.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ve typed \u201cThe End\u201d on your manuscript. You\u2019re thinking about publication. But you aren\u2019t sure that you nailed the three-beat meant to bring home the main theme of your story. You also aren\u2019t sure if the two characters you merged into one on your third revision now read inconsistently. If you\u2019re brutally honest, the plot point that transitions from the second to the third act comes out of nowhere. If you feel this way about your manuscript, then you probably need a story editor.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A story editor will do exactly what the label says: read your story and look for places where the actual storytelling is weak, the characters are ill-defined, or the tone is inconsistent. They are not (unless you negotiate something different) going to look at your grammar, punctuation, or style. The story editor is looking at the architectural framework of the narrative.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you feel like you need this help even before you\u2019ve started writing, you need a development editor. Development editors typically help you through the process of setting up your story at the scene and beat level before you even start writing. But keep in mind, some story editors consider themselves development editors even if they come in at the end. Make sure you\u2019re all talking about the same services before you agree to anything.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Do You Need to Hire Two Different Editors?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You might get a copy edit from the person who does your story edit, but not necessarily. And you might get some typos or rough grammar pointed out by the person who does a story edit, but only if they catch it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You often (though not always) use two different people for these processes. And you often will pay very different prices for them.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Factors Affecting Editing Costs<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Several factors influence the cost of editing:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Manuscript length: Longer manuscripts generally cost more to edit, as they require more time and effort from the editor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Content complexity: Highly technical or specialized content may require an editor with specific expertise, potentially increasing the cost.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Book genre: Some genres, like academic or technical writing, may require more intensive editing and fact-checking, affecting the overall cost.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Editor's experience and reputation: More experienced editors or those with a strong reputation in the industry typically charge higher rates for their services.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turnaround time: Rush jobs or tight deadlines often come with premium pricing, as editors may need to prioritize your project over others.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Level of editing required: Different levels of editing (developmental, line editing, copy editing, proofreading) vary in intensity and time required, thus affecting the cost.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>How Much Does an Editor Cost<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Very broadly, there are two ways editors tally their price: by the hour and by the word. Some prefer to pay by the word, which can be especially true if you're trying out somebody new. If you don\u2019t have a rapport or trust built up, it\u2019s much easier to keep track of word count than it is their hours.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Copy editing is typically the least time-consuming and, therefore, the least expensive type of editing. This service can be priced as low as a fraction of a cent per word all the way up to $35 or $40 per hour. If all you want is a copy edit, be shrewd, and you can get it for a relatively small investment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Story editing is always quite a bit pricier than copy editing. You can imagine why. This is a much more thorough reading of the work and involves more conceptual thinking. You\u2019re looking at a lot more per word and are probably talking mostly to people who refuse to price by the word anyway. You could be talking about as much as $30\/hour without a complete insight into how many hours this could take.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Average Prices by Editing Type<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Costs can vary widely, but here are some general ranges for per word editing rates:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Developmental Editing: $0.03 - $0.08 per word<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Content Editing: $0.02 - $0.05 per word<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Line Editing: $0.02 - $0.04 per word<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Copy Editing: $0.01 - $0.03 per word<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proofreading: $0.005 - $0.01 per word<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a 60,000-word novel, you might expect to pay:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Developmental Editing: $1,800 - $4,800<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Content Editing: $1,200 - $3,000<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Line Editing: $1,200 - $2,400<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Copy Editing: $600 - $1,800<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proofreading: $300 - $600<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>What Kind of Editor Do You Need?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nobody but you can decide what kind of edit you need. While you may be tempted to make this decision based solely on your budget, this may not be the best criteria. If you\u2019re less than confident in your storytelling skills, this part will probably cost more.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you're a 101 self-publisher, spring for the story edit. It\u2019ll make your end product more professional and polished, which increases your chances of garnering fans. And once you gain experience, confidence, and a few fans, you\u2019ll have access to a whole new resource: beta readers! Beta readers are like test readers. They can often do the job of a story editor and will do so for the price of $0. Remember, these are fans. They already want to read your work. Then you\u2019ll find yourself only budgeting for a copy edit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The final piece of editing advice is to always budget for a copyedit. While editing is a significant upfront cost, it's an investment in your book's quality and potential success. 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