What will it cost me to have my book edited and ready for publishing. I need it proof read , paragraphed , and put in chapters.
Who can do this and what will it cost?
2006-12-19 04:14:46 · 6 answers · asked by canada 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
Most places I've seen charge between 1 and 1.5 cents per word. With a decent length novel running about 100,000 words, you're looking at around $1,000- $2,000.
For the extensive work you're asking for, I'd say expect about $4,000-$5,000
2006-12-19 04:24:19 · answer #1 · answered by uncletoon2005 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to get it as close to publication as possible, then submit it to legit publisher. If they accept it, then they will take care of the editing at NO cost to you. Publication should not cost an author ANYTHING other than time, patience and the cost of postage.
Thomas
2006-12-19 04:40:17 · answer #2 · answered by salarian2001 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You should paragraph and chapter it yourself, then submit it to publishing companies. If they choose to publish it not only will editing not cost you, they'll pay you for the right to publish it.
2006-12-19 04:24:27 · answer #3 · answered by tabithap 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
$125,000 American. At least.
Paragraphed!? -- You are basically talking a total rewrite there. This is not a small secretarial duty. This is a major creative overhaul or infusion to the original.
2006-12-19 04:20:42 · answer #4 · answered by martino 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to ask the person you want to hire what he or she will charge you.
2006-12-19 04:16:28 · answer #5 · answered by newyorkgal71 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
www.singingriverpublications.com/faqs.html
2006-12-19 04:27:37 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋