Moonbound Edits

Editing & Beta Reading Services

I help authors strengthen their stories while preserving their unique voice. Whether you need honest reader feedback, chapter-level edits, or a full manuscript polish, my services are tailored to you.

Beta Reading

Flat Rate : $50Includes:
-Overall story impressions
-Plot clarity and pacing feedback
-Character engagement and believability
-Emotional impact notes
-Identification of confusing scenes or plot gaps
-World-building feedback
-Honest reader reactions*No changes made to your manuscript

Focuses on the experience of the story from a reader's perspective.Best for authors who want honest reader reactions with feedback before revisions or querying.What you receive:
-Detailed feedback report
-Optional chapter-by-chapter notes

Chapter by Chapter editing

Rate: $25 / chapter up to 3,000 words
Over 3,000 words: $0.01 / per additional wordIncludes:
-Line-level edits for clarity and flow
-Light copy editing
-Scene pacing and readability feedback
-Dialogue and emotional consistency notes

Focused edits delivered one chapter at a time.Best for authors who prefer gradual feedback or ongoing projects.What you receive:
-Edited chapters returned individually
-Editorial comments explaining suggestions

Cody Editing

$0.008 / wordIncludes:
-Grammar, spelling, and punctuation corrections
-Sentence structure fixes
-Consistency checks (names, timelines, terminology)
-Basic internal fact-checking

Focuses on grammar, mechanics, and consistency.Best for authors with manuscripts that are final or near final before submission or polishing.What you receive:
-Clean, corrected manuscript
-Minimal comments unless clarification is needed

Line Editing

$0.01 / wordIncludes:
-Sentence flow and readability improvements
-Clarification of awkward or confusing phrasing
-Redirection of repetition and wordiness
-Voice and tone consistency
-Dialogue tightening
-Word choice suggestions

Sentence-level improvement for style, flow, voice, and clarity.Best for authors who like their story but want the prose to be smoother, sharper, and more engaging.What you receive:
-Edits directly in manuscript (Track Changes)
-Editorial comments explaining suggestions

Payment Terms

Important Notes:
• Full payment (or the required deposit, if applicable) must be received before work begins.
• Invoices are sent electronically and include a secure payment link.
• Services are not scheduled or delivered until payment is successfully processed.
• All prices are listed in USD unless otherwise stated.

All payments are processed securely through Wave, where I accept all major credit and debit cards.To maintain a smooth and professional workflow, I do not accept payments via Zelle, Cash App, PayPal, Venmo, checks, or cash.If you have questions about invoicing or payment, feel free to reach out prior to booking.

Contracts & Writer Rights

What the contract guarantees:
• 🖋 You retain 100% ownership of your work.
I do not claim rights, royalties, credit, or creative control—ever.
• 🔒 Your manuscript remains confidential.
Your story, characters, and ideas are never shared, reused, or discussed without your explicit permission.
• ✨ Edits are suggestions, not mandates.
You always have the final say over your story. My role is to support your vision—not rewrite it.
• 🛡 Clear boundaries and protection for both of us.
The agreement ensures expectations are aligned, timelines are respected, and your project is treated with care and professionalism.

Every project is protected by a clear, writer-friendly contract—not to restrict your creativity, but to safeguard it.The contract outlines the scope of work, timelines, payment terms, and revision expectations so there are no surprises on either side. More importantly, it exists to preserve and protect your rights as the author.The contract is sent digitally, easy to review, and must be signed before work begins. This step allows us both to move forward with clarity, trust, and creative confidence.Your story is yours.
My job is simply to help it become its strongest, most polished self.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you rewrite my story?
No. I edit and suggest improvements while preserving your unique voice.Can I combine services?
Yes! Bundles offer discounted pricing and better continuity. Please contact me for bundle pricing!What genres do you edit?
Fantasy, Romance, and character-driven fiction.How long does editing take?
Turnaround time depends on word count and availability. Estimated timeframes are provided before booking, though generally are around 4-6 weeks.Will you fix plot holes?
I point them out and suggest solutions, but I do not re-write your content.What format do you accept?
Microsoft Word or Google Docs.
Please be sure to enable "Track Changes"What payments do you accept?
Invoices are sent electronically and include a secure payment link through Wave, where I accept all major credit and debit cards.
To maintain a smooth and professional workflow, I do not accept payments via Zelle, Cash App, PayPal, Venmo, checks, or cash.

Client Portfolio

Portfolio Builder Offer
5 Complimentary Editing Sessions Available!I am offering a small number of complimentary edits to build my professional portfolio.Available Spots:
-3 Chapter Edits (1 chapter up to 3,000 words, per client)
-2 Full Manuscript Line Edits (Up to 80,000 words)
First come, first servedEditing Includes:
-Sentence level refinement
-Improved flow and readability
-Redundancy reduction
-Tone and voice consistency
-Light grammar corrections where obviousEditing does not include:
-Full grammar cleanup
-Spelling and punctuation sweep
-Fact-checking
-Formatting*Requirements:
-Permission to use before/after excerpts
Names removed
-Permission to display your book title, cover, and author name on my client portfolio
Portfolio use is promotional only and does not transfer any rights or ownership
-Permission to display your book title, cover, and author name on social media
Portfolio use is promotional only and does not transfer any rights or ownership
-One testimonial, if you are happy with the resultsAvailability:
First come, first served.