Genevieve Wilcox
Editor★ 4.9394 customer ratings721editing orders completed
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Sentence-level editingLine Editing that keeps your voice
Line editing improves clarity, flow and language use sentence by sentence while keeping your voice and meaning. TUW Line Editing includes copy editing and proofreading by the same editor.
Essential EditingI need someone to catch the errors.$2.30per 100 words
Post your project, then review the profiles of editors who request it. You choose who edits your manuscript.
Line EditingMy sentences don't read as clearly as I'd like.$2.70per 100 words
Developmental EditingI'm not sure my book holds together.$3.10per 100 words
Post your project, then review the profiles of editors who request it. You choose who edits your manuscript.4.9/5Average customer rating for line editors
42,000+Completed orders involving our editors
24,000+Books written by TUW
Customer reviews of Line Editing
TUW line editors average 4.9 out of 5 from 668 customer ratings.
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Asia was an amazing asset to our memoir and the editing stage. Her kindness, expertise, and communication made what could have been a difficult experience into one of the most pleasant and easy ones! A true professional! We are very grateful, thank you Asia!
Yelena B.Line Editing customer★★★★★
Betty was perfect for the job. She truly improved the writing while still keeping my voice. She has a great attitude. it was a pleasure working with her.
Leigh M.Line Editing customer★★★★★
Andrew has been a tremendous help. He took my original manuscript and has fixed all the issues, with grammer, dialogue, structure and overall readability which was a lot of work. I'm very happy with the work he's done and would highly recommend him.
James H.Line Editing customer★★★★★
Asia is truly exceptional. Her ability to work swiftly without compromising precision is impressive. She possesses a deep understanding of her craft and consistently aligns her efforts with your vision, ensuring outstanding results. Her dedication and skill make her highly recommended for any project.
Shay M.Line Editing customer★★★★★
Kelly did a great job editing my children's story book. The changes Kelly suggested cleaned up the sentences nicely and gave the story more impact. I love my story even more! Kelly is very responsive and even though we are on other sides of the world, the communication flowed without any delay. Thank you Kelly!
Elizabeta P.Line Editing customer★★★★★
Asia did a great job. My book is in a lot better shape than when we started. I'm very happy with her service and will use her again in the future.
Jim C.Line Editing customer★★★★★
Ivan Bella is great to work with she is extremely professional. I really appreciated that she immerses herself fully in the manuscript so that you work as a team to deliver the best possible outcome.
Elizabeth B.Line Editing customer★★★★★
Florence has edited a few books for me now and each time she does an amazing job! She does exactly what I ask, keeps me up to date on her progress, and communicates regularly. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for some editing work!
FrankieLine Editing customer★★★★★
Betty R is amazing—an absolute pleasure to work with! She's highly professional, knowledgeable, polite, and always timely. Her great sense of humor made the process even more enjoyable. Betty went above and beyond my expectations, and I’ll definitely be working with her again.
Nadene B.Line Editing customer★★★★★
I loved working with Asia. She is very competent and did a high-quality job. She is also very friendly and answered all the questions I had. I will definitely work with her again.
Johanna W.Line Editing customer★★★★★
It was an absolute delight to work with Clara. Her professionalism, editing expertise and speed were all top notch! Such an excellent experience overall and highly recommended.
Caroline B.Line Editing customer★★★★★
Alice was the editor for my prayer journal and devotional. She was excellent - prompt, responsive and good eye for detail.
Pooi Ming Y.Line Editing customerFrom your manuscript to your edited book
Post a ProjectPost your project for free, choose your editor and follow the work. You'll see your word-count price before paying.
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Post your project
Share word count, audience, themes and whether you've self-edited. The standard rate is $2.70 per 100 words.
Word count52,000
Standard price$2.70
EnglishUS
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Choose your editor
Editors request your project. Review their profiles, ratings and completed orders, then choose your editor.
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Follow the editing
Your editor works in a live online document. Follow along and chat as the work progresses.
She made the decision to leave before the rain started. She decided to leave before the rain started.
CustomerCould we keep this sentence closer to my original phrasing?
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Review the manuscript
Approve the manuscript or highlight text and leave comments for editing revisions.
After the storm passed, Mara opened the shutters.
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See what changes in a line edit
A line editor tightens wording, smooths transitions and clarifies meaning. Copy editing and proofreading address errors in the same manuscript.
Fiction exampleThis paragraph was written for this page to show the kinds of changes a line editor makes.
Mara stood at the kitchen window for a period of several minutesfor several minutes1 before she noticed the envelope on the table. Rain came down hard againstpounded2 the glass, and the kettle had gone quiet. After that, sheShe then3 picked up the envelope her brother had left beside her cup. She turned it over. She held it up to the light.She turned it over, then held it up to the light.4 The cup was still warm, but itthe envelope5 was cold and damp. She slid a finger beneath the flap, careful not to tear it'sits6 thin paper.
Choose the editing your manuscript needs
| Copy editing and proofreadingEssential Editing | Line Editing | Developmental Editing | |
|---|---|---|---|
| What it fixes | Spelling, grammar, punctuation, typos and consistency | Flow, clarity, wording, copy editing and proofreading. | Comments throughout your manuscript plus a written assessment. |
| When to choose | Your manuscript needs cleanup | Your sentences need work | Your structure needs work |
| Per 100 words | $2.30 | $2.70 | $3.10 |
| 50,000 words | $1,150 | $1,350 | $1,550 |
Copy editing and proofreadingEssential Editing
- What it fixes
- Spelling, grammar, punctuation, typos and consistency
- When to choose
- Your manuscript needs cleanup
- Per 100 words
- $2.30
- 50,000 words
- $1,150
Line Editing
- What it fixes
- Flow, clarity, wording, copy editing and proofreading.
- When to choose
- Your sentences need work
- Per 100 words
- $2.70
- 50,000 words
- $1,350
Developmental Editing
- What it fixes
- Comments throughout your manuscript plus a written assessment.
- When to choose
- Your structure needs work
- Per 100 words
- $3.10
- 50,000 words
- $1,550
Compare line editing cost and what's included
Rates below are cents per word. TUW's standard rate covers fiction and nonfiction, with copy editing and proofreading included.
Freelance line editingTUW Line Editing
Price per wordFiction: 2.7 to 3.5¢. Nonfiction: 3.5 to 5.0¢.2.7¢ for fiction and nonfiction
Copyedit and proofreadCopyediting rates vary. Proofreading is usually a separate pass.Both included, with one editor doing all the work
Editing revisionsVary by editorUp to 2 rounds for editing, with no new content
Typical turnaroundVaries by editorTypically about 10 days from order to edited manuscript
Sources: EFA 2026 rate chart and recent TUW Line Editing orders. Median turnaround: about 10 days. Half of those orders took 6 to 16 days.
For a manuscript whose structure works
Your sentences need clearer meaning
Your complete manuscript has a working structure, but some sentences need clearer phrasing. Line Editing addresses word choice and meaning while keeping your voice.
Your paragraphs need better flow
Your ideas are in place, but transitions feel awkward or sentences follow the same pattern. Your editor works on coherence, sentence structure and variety.
Your self-edit needs another pass
You've worked through your manuscript and still see wordiness or uneven language use. A line editor improves those sentences and handles copy editing and proofreading.
Add Line Editing to your TUW-written book
View Book Writing →All TUW Book Writing orders include Essential Editing. Upgrade to Line Editing for $0.95 per 100 words, or $0.80 per 100 words with Insider.
Work needing separate services
- Developmental Editing provides structural feedback through comments and a written assessment.
- A writing package covers rewriting or adding material.
- The formatting service handles formatting.
Start with what your book needs
Improve your sentences
Post your complete manuscript for Line Editing. Keep your structure and voice while improving clarity, phrasing and flow.
Post a Project
Review your structure
Developmental Editing provides comments and a written assessment of structure, focus and audience fit for $3.10 per 100 words.
Developmental EditingDevelopmental Editing
Correct errors
Essential Editing covers copy editing and proofreading for $2.30 per 100 words when you only need corrections.
Essential EditingEssential Editing
Common questions
What is line editing?
Line editing improves a manuscript sentence by sentence, addressing clarity, coherence, flow and language use. A line editor works on phrasing, word choice, transitions, sentence structure, variety and wordiness while preserving your voice and meaning. TUW Line Editing does not rewrite your book, add material or change its structure.
How much does line editing cost?
TUW Line Editing costs $2.70 per 100 words at the standard rate, so a 50,000-word manuscript costs $1,350. The Insider rate is $2.40 per 100 words. Posting your project is free, and you'll see your word-count price before payment.
What is the difference between line editing and copy editing?
Line editing improves how sentences read, including phrasing, word choice, transitions and flow. Copy editing addresses spelling, grammar, punctuation and consistency. TUW Line Editing includes copy editing and proofreading, while Essential Editing provides copy editing and proofreading only for $2.30 per 100 words.
What is the difference between line editing and developmental editing?
Line editing works on sentences in a complete manuscript whose structure already works. TUW Developmental Editing provides comments throughout the manuscript and a written assessment of structure, focus and audience fit for $3.10 per 100 words. Choose Developmental Editing when you need feedback on those broader questions.
Does TUW Line Editing include proofreading?
Yes, TUW Line Editing includes copy editing and proofreading, with one editor handling all three. This includes spelling, grammar, punctuation, typos and consistency. Choose US or UK English on the order form.
How long does line editing take?
TUW Line Editing typically takes about 10 days from order to edited manuscript, based on the median for recent orders. Half of those orders took between 6 and 16 days. These figures describe past orders and do not promise a delivery time for your manuscript.
How many revisions does Line Editing include?
TUW Line Editing includes up to 2 revision rounds for editing only, with no new content. Highlight text and leave comments for your editor to address. Rewriting or adding material requires a writing package.
Choose an editor for your manuscript
Post your project for free. Editors request to work with you, and you choose from their profiles before paying.