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Your manuscript
deserves a 

fresh pair of eyes.

✨ FREELANCE EDITORIAL SERVICES
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Scarborough Editorial

SUPPORTING YOUR STORY FROM POLISH TO PUBLISH
2 wks
Turnaround
3
Services
Free
Sample Edit
100%
Your Voice
🎉 Free 1,000-word sample edit — no strings attached!
Friendly, thorough editing that strengthens your story while keeping your unique voice front and center. Let's make your best work even better.
WHAT I DO

Services that fit where you are.

Whether you're putting the final shine on a polished draft or need a reader's gut reaction, there's a service for your stage.

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Line Editing

$0.018 per word
Sentence-level editing focused on flow, word choice, pacing, clarity, and voice. I'll make your prose sing — without losing what makes it sound like you.
 
  • Sentence flow and rhythm
     

  • Word choice and clarity
     

  • Pacing and tension
     

  • Redundant or awkward phrasing
     

  • Voice consistency throughout
     

  • Delivered with Track Changes in Word

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Proofreading

$0.012 per word
The final-pass check your manuscript needs before it goes out into the world. Spelling, grammar, punctuation, and consistency — all caught and corrected.
  • Spelling and typos
     

  • Grammar and punctuation
     

  • Repeated or missing words
     

  • Formatting inconsistencies
     

  • Character name and detail consistency
     

  • Delivered with Track Changes in Word

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Beta Reading

$0.008 per word
A thoughtful reader's-eye view of your manuscript — plot, pacing, character, and engagement. You'll get detailed written feedback you can actually use.
 
  • Character likability and connection
     

  • Pacing and engagement
     

  • Plot clarity and cohesion
     

  • Emotional resonance

  • Overall marketability and reader appeal

  • Delivered as a detailed written feedback letter

BUNDLE & SAVE

Beta Read & Line Edit

Book both services together and save 10% off the combined total. The perfect option for authors who want a reader's honest feedback followed by a thorough line edit to polish their prose.

Line Edit & Proofread 

Book both services together and save 15% off the combined total. The most popular option for authors who want their manuscript polished and publication-ready in one go.

Polish to Publish

Book all three services together and save 20% off the combined total. The ultimate package for authors who want the complete editorial experience — from fresh reader feedback all the way to a publication-ready manuscript.

What I Edit

I'm an eclectic reader and will consider almost any genre. If you're unsure whether your manuscript is a good fit, just ask!

The only content I do not edit is erotica and material that is sacrilegious in nature.

 

Hi! I'm Angela — a freelance editor with a BA in Professional Writing and two years of experience as a Content Coordinator at the Aiken Standard. I'm also a published author writing in multiple genres and an American Fiction Awards finalist, so I know firsthand how much the right editor can make or break a manuscript.

Because I have a deep love for stories and the craft behind them, I commit to researching and growing my craft every day. I believe every manuscript holds something genuinely worth sharing, and my job is to help you bring that out.

I work with fiction and non-fiction authors at all stages, from debut writers to seasoned self-publishers. What matters most to me is that your book sounds like you — just the best version of you.

Not sure if we're a good fit? I offer a free 1,000-word sample edit so you can see my style before you commit to anything.

       Two-week standard turnaround

       Free sample edit on first 1,000 words

       Friendly, encouraging feedback every time

A reader first,

editor always.

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ABOUT ME
HOW IT WORKS

Simple as 1, 2, 3, 4.

No confusion, no surprises. Here's exactly what happens when you reach out.

Say Hello

Step one icon
Drop me an email telling me about your manuscript and I'll be in touch within 48 hours.

Free Sample

Step two icon
I'll edit your first 1,000 words for free so you can see exactly how I work before committing.

We Agree

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If we're a good fit, we confirm scope, rate, and timeline. Everything is clear upfront — no surprises.

Delivery!

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Your edited manuscript comes back within two weeks with tracked changes and a detailed editorial note.
Important to know
In order to preserve your voice and my reputation, I promise that your manuscript will never be fed into AI programs, and I never use AI tools to read, analyze, or edit your work.
KIND WORDS

What authors are saying.

Real feedback from real writers.
Angela is always great at finding those
last minute missing words or spaces that
every MS has even after several rounds of
editing. She has a great eye for details, and
I highly recommend her.

"

— J.P. Sterling, [Romantic Comedy]

I give Angela five stars +! If it weren't for her, my books would have been a mess. She took my books and made them shine. These were books that I had already had edited by others. I can't thank her enough for all she has done for me. She is kind, has great customer service, and is worth every penny! I highly recommend her!

"

— Chandra Trulove Fry, [Sci-Fi/Fantasy]

GET IN TOUCH

Ready to make your
manuscript
shine?

I'd love to hear about your project! Send me an email at scarborougheditorial@gmail.com and include:

📝 Your name

 

📚 Genre and approximate word count.

 

✒️ Which service you're interested in (not sure? Just ask!)

📍 Where your manuscript is in the process.

📬 I respond within 48 hours and every new inquiry, usually sooner.

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📄 I accept manuscripts in Word or Google Docs format.

✦ Standard turnaround: two weeks from project start date.

🎉 Free 1,000-word sample edit included with every new inquiry — no strings attached!

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💳 Payment — via PayPal
 

  • Single service bookings require a non-refundable $50 deposit to hold your spot

  • Package bookings require a non-refundable $50 deposit per service to hold your spot

  • First half due when editing begins (minus any deposit made)

  • Second half due upon delivery

 

Minimum project fee: $50 · Deposits held up to 6 months if rescheduling is needed.

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