We regularly edit conference papers, journal papers, theses, and dissertations. We can also edit book manuscripts, grant proposals, patent applications, and other documents upon request.

Most of our work focuses on business (management, accounting, finance, etc.), architecture, and engineering. However, we are open to all technical fields.

All editing is done in Microsoft Word. Documents provided in other formats will be converted to Word for editing.

Writing is often edited multiple times before publication. There are three basic levels of editing:

1. Substantive editing

2. Copy editing

3. Proof-reading

Substantive editing focuses on the structure, content, and flow of the document and tightens the prose at the paragraph and sentence level. This is an early stage of editing, while the paper is still in draft form. It can result in material changes to the document. This work often requires subject matter expertise and close collaboration with the author(s). We can support this process through our Editorial Assessment service.

Copy editing ensures that the document is clear, consistent, and error-free. It checks for spelling, grammar, punctuation, capitalization, verb tense agreement, formatting, and consistency. It also addresses wordiness, awkward and unclear sentences and phrases, and other minor problems. It is performed on papers that are in, or near, their final form. There may be many edits per page, but there should be no changes to the structure, tone, or meaning of the paper.

Proof-reading is the final step to ensure that a document is error-free before publication. The goal to is to catch any minor problems that might have slipped past the authors. There may be one or two edits per page, often fewer.

No. You can designate specific parts of the document for editing (e.g. by changing the font color, highlighting, or specifying the pages, sections, or chapters to be edited).

Only the specified parts of the document will be included in the payable word count.

Absolutely! You can leave us questions and comments in the Word document (Review tab > New Comment). We will address the question or reply to the comment as appropriate.

Yes. We will edit any figures and tables that are included in your document. We prefer that figures and tables be included because they make the work easier to understand and, therefore, easier to edit.

If you are concerned about the impact of figures and tables to the payable word count, please contact us for a custom quote.

All inline references in the text will be edited as a normal part of the process. The list of references normally does not require editing and is not included in the payable word count. The list of references can be proof-read at the regular proof-reading rate upon request. The list of references can be formatted at an hourly rate upon request.

Most jobs take 5 to 7 days to complete. 24 or 48 hour turn around time may be possible for an additional fee.

No, we do not use AI editing tools. All of our edits are performed by experienced professionals.

Yes, we will be happy to edit your paper again after a revision. Small changes will be checked for free. Otherwise, a discount will be applied.