Line Editing is refinement at the sentence level
Line editing focuses on how your writing reads, sentence by sentence. It’s where clarity, rhythm, and flow come into sharper focus, shaping your prose so the story moves naturally and holds together on the page.
This stage strengthens what’s already working while refining what feels slightly off, from word choice to sentence structure to overall readability. The goal isn’t to rewrite your voice, but to bring it forward more clearly and confidently.
What is Line Editing and Copy Editing?
Copy Editing is the final layer of polish before publication
Copy editing focuses on the technical details that support a clean, consistent, and professional manuscript. It’s where grammar, punctuation, and consistency are carefully refined so nothing distracts from the story itself.
This stage brings everything into alignment, from formatting and style to continuity across characters, timelines, and details, so your manuscript reads seamlessly from beginning to end.
Clarity, Flow, and a Polished, Publication-Ready Manuscript!
For writers who feel their story is there, but the writing isn’t fully landing yet, line and copy editing bring your work into sharper focus. This stage refines how your writing reads, sentence by sentence—strengthening clarity, improving flow, and addressing anything that interrupts the rhythm of the story.
At the same time, attention is given to the technical details that make your manuscript feel clean, consistent, and professional. From grammar and punctuation to continuity across character details, timelines, and formatting, everything is carefully reviewed so nothing distracts from the story itself.
I’ll identify patterns that may be holding your writing back and offer thoughtful revisions that elevate your work while preserving your voice. At the end, you’ll walk away with a manuscript that reads clearly, flows naturally, and feels cohesive and ready for the next step.
Line editing focuses on the craft of your writing. The rhythm, clarity, and flow of each sentence.
It’s typically completed before copy editing and proofreading, shaping your prose so the story reads naturally and cohesively from beginning to end.
Throughout the process, I take care to preserve your natural voice, refining your writing without rewriting it.
Line Editing
Includes:
Improved sentence flow and readability
Clearer phrasing and stronger word choice
Reduction of redundancy and overused languag
Consistency in tone, voice, and detail
Editorial Report focusing on the most impactful suggestions
One 60-minute call to discuss your manuscript
30 days of unlimited email support
PRICE: $0.023 per word
Copy editing brings your manuscript to a polished, publication-ready level.
This stage focuses on technical accuracy and consistency, so your writing reads clearly, professionally, and without distraction.
This is where the final details are refined, so your story holds together seamlessly on the page.
Copy Editing
Includes:
Corrections to grammar, punctuation, and spelling
Consistency in capitalization, formatting, and style
Continuity checks across character details, timelines, and settings
Light fact-checking and identification of potential issues
Editorial Report focusing on the most impactful suggestions
One 60-minute call to discuss your manuscript
30 days of unlimited email support
PRICE: $0.020 per word
Line & Copy Editing Bundle Deal
Because these services can be completed simultaneously, I offer a bundled rate for a more efficient and cohesive edit.
Price: $0.040 per word
Portfolio Examples
Not sure if you want to take the plunge? Take a look at some sample edits below, or ask for a FREE sample edit.
Line Editing Sample 1
Line Editing Sample 2
Copy Editing Sample 1
Copy Editing Sample 2
The Editing Process
01.
A First Look
I start with a sample edit (up to 1,000 words) to get a feel for your voice, and to make sure we’re the right fit for each other.
02.
Let’s Talk It Through
We connect to talk through your sample edit, your goals, and what your manuscript needs next. You’ll receive a custom proposal with clear next steps.
03.
The Deep Work
This is where I step into your manuscript. Reading closely, editing thoughtfully, and leaving detailed, actionable feedback along the way.
04.
Delivery Day!
You receive your edited manuscript along with my notes, and we reconnect for a post-edit conversation to talk through revisions and next steps.
Have a question or just want to say hello? The best way to reach me is by either filling out the form below or sending an e-mail to danielle@daniellewraith.com. If you have filled out the form and haven’t heard from me in a few days, please email me directly.
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Working with Danielle gave me the kind of clarity every writer hopes for. Her feedback was both encouraging and incredibly actionable. I finally felt confident in my next steps and excited about my writing again.
— Amy J.