Have your book edited
These reviews were originally submitted in German and have been translated into English.
Great proofreading for a book project
“I needed proofreading for a fairly large book project (over 400 standard pages). First I ordered 5 sample pages to convince myself of the quality. The service delivered such good work that I immediately placed the full order. The quality of the proofreading was excellent, too. My manuscript was already in good shape, but it improved it massively once more. I can warmly recommend the company.”
Very thorough editing
“I booked a 48-hour express edit. On Saturday, after only 18 hours, the work was returned corrected. It had been corrected in great detail and the document was full of markings. Not only were the mistakes I had not spotted marked, but there were also new suggestions on sentence structure and style. I accepted almost all of the changes.”
A great experience
“It really was a great experience that is absolutely worth the money. The corrected work with feedback came back faster than expected. The comments were very coherent, and above all word repetitions, grammar and wording could be improved. I can only recommend it.”
Frequently asked questions
Answers about the process, prices and scope of editing for books and manuscripts.
What does it cost to have a book edited?
Editing from €4.90 per standard page (standard 5 to 40 days), €6.90 (express 48 h) and €8.90 (express 24 h). Proofreading from €1.90 (standard), €2.90 (48 h), €4.90 (24 h). One standard page = 1,800 characters including spaces. A typical paperback has about 250 to 300 standard pages of running text. The standard page calculator works out the exact price.
Which genres of book can be edited?
All of them: novels (fiction of every genre), non-fiction, guides, academic books, children's books, young adult books, biographies and memoirs. We always assign an editor with experience in the genre.
In which format should I submit the manuscript?
Word (.docx) is ideal. For larger manuscripts (from 150 standard pages), please submit them if possible as one continuous document without special formatting. We return all corrections with Track Changes.
Can I have only parts of the manuscript edited?
Yes. You can submit individual chapters or parts of the manuscript. For a coherent overall picture, however, we recommend submitting at least the beginning, middle and end together.
How long does it take to edit a whole book?
The delivery time depends on the length: up to 300 standard pages in 5 days, up to 500 in 10 days, up to 1,000 in 20 days, up to 2,000 in 40 days, up to 2,500 in 50 days. Express: up to 200 standard pages in 48 hours, up to 150 in 24 hours.
Do you also offer proofreading (errors only)?
Yes. Pure book proofreading checks only spelling, grammar and punctuation, likewise from €1.90 per standard page. For a manuscript that is ready for print, we recommend editing.
Will the editor change the plot of my novel?
No. Editing concerns only language and style. Plot lines, character concepts and narrative decisions remain entirely yours. The editor can note inconsistencies or logic gaps as a comment, but whether you fix them is up to you.
Do you edit for self-publishers too?
Yes, expressly. Self-publishers are our most frequent target group for book manuscripts. A professionally edited book receives much better reader reviews and looks every bit as good as publisher releases.
Can I also submit an English book manuscript?
Yes. English manuscripts are edited by native-speaker editors, in American or British English as you choose. Please state the standard you want when you upload.
Is my manuscript safe with you?
Yes. All manuscripts are treated in the strictest confidence. Only the assigned editor has access to the document. We do not pass on any content and do not store manuscripts beyond the processing.
Do I need an account?
No. It works entirely without registration: upload the manuscript, choose the service and delivery time, pay securely and you are done. The result comes back by email.
Do you also offer a manuscript report or a read-through?
Editing does not include a separate manuscript report. The editor's comments and notes are entered directly in the document as Track Changes comments. For a more detailed manuscript report, please contact us by email.
Personal feedback is part of the service
We edit your book manuscript and do not leave you in the dark. Our editing gives you genuine feedback:
- Comments on problematic or unclear passages, directly in the document
- Individual feedback, not just silent corrections
- Concrete advice on writing style and expression
We correct spelling, grammar and style. We do not write content for you, though, as that would be ghostwriting.
Is your manuscript not quite ready yet? Our knowledge base has more on self-publishing.