Your Words, Refined.
Every manuscript has a lifecycle, and whether you are layering the foundation or preparing to share your work with the world, you don't have to do it alone. I offer a range of collaborative editing services tailored to honor your unique voice while refining your message. Explore my "Hive" tiers below to find the perfect level of care for your current stage of the craft.
Let’s find the best path for your project.
The Hive Foundation
(Big Picture Development Editing)
Before the honey, there must be a structure. This stage is for the writer who has the ideas but needs to ensure the "cells" of the story are strong and well-connected.
What it is: A deep dive into the architecture, looking at pacing, logic, and narrative flow, asking the probative questions that help you build a manuscript on solid ground.
What you get: A clear structural roadmap that ensures your vision is structurally sound and ready for the next stage of growth.
Investment begins at $0.03 per word
Since this stage involves deep structural shifts, your custom quote will reflect the specific complexity and narrative scale of your manuscript.
Let’s make sure your foundation is unshakable.
The Honeycomb Polish
(Style & Substance Line & Copy Editing)
This is where the magic happens. We take your completed draft and refine it—sharpening the rhythm, word choice, and flow while keeping your unique voice at the center.
What it is: A meticulous line-by-line refinement that smooths out the transitions and clears away the "buzz" of wordiness, so every sentence works as hard as it should.
What you get: A high-impact manuscript that ensures your unique voice remains the star of every effortlessly readable page.
Investment begins at $0.02 per word
Pricing is tailored to the level of refinement your unique prose requires to strike the perfect balance between professional sharpness and narrative heart.
Turning your best ideas into your best work.
The Final Glimmer
(The Last Look Proofreading)
The draft is done, and the editing is complete. Now, we need to ensure nothing distracts your reader. This is the safety net for those persistent strays that hide in plain sight.
What it is: A fresh-eyes final pass to hunt down the technical strays—like typos and punctuation slips—that often become invisible to an author after multiple rounds of revision.
What you get: A highly refined manuscript that gives you the confidence to share your work with the world.
Investment begins at $0.01 per word
Final polish rates are determined by the length and technical readiness of your near-finished document to ensure a meticulous, focused review.
The peace of mind every author deserves.
Regardless of the stage, every Buzword Ink project includes:
The Style Guide: Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS), but I'm also fluent in MLA, APA, or your custom brand voice.
The Dialogue: Open, collaborative communication throughout the process—I’m your partner, not just a red pen.
The Human Element: Deep, thoughtful attention from a professional editor who cares about the why behind your words.
The Follow-Up: A post-edit review to discuss my notes and ensure you feel confident moving forward.
The Standard of Excellence
READY TO BRING YOUR VISION INTO FOCUS?
The hard work of creation is done—now it’s time for the craft of clarity.
Whether you’re building the foundation or adding the final glimmer, let’s make sure your words land exactly the way you intended.
