Editing Services
Polish with Purpose. Publish with Confidence.
We offer comprehensive editing services for general book,
journal manuscripts, and academic writing projects.
We specialize in elevating the voices of authors, academics, and
healthcare professionals
through professional editing with a human touch.
Types of Editing
Proofreading
Grammar, punctuation, typos, and formatting.
Line or Substantive Editing
Refines tone, sentence flow, word choice, clarity, argument or story strength.
Academic Citation Formatting
Ensures citation style (APA) is correct.
Copyediting
Improves syntax, clarity, grammar, consistency in tone.
Developmental Editing
Structure, pacing, narrative arc (general writing, fiction, etc.).
What's Included
Each service includes: a review using tracked changes, margin comments for clarity and suggestions, and one round of light revisions based on your feedback.
Who We Serve
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Authors (fiction and nonfiction)
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Academic writers (nurses, educators, researchers)
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Healthcare professionals
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Speakers and workshop leaders
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Aspiring writers working on their first draft
Pricing Overview
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Per-word rates: $0.03–$0.08 depending on service
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Hourly options: $50–$95/hour for academic review
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Discounts for full manuscripts or repeat clients
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Custom and bluk project pricing available upon request
Why Choose DuoPen Services?
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Decades of experience in academic, professional, and creative writing
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Editors who are also published authors
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Personalized, collaborative editing process
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Respect for your voice and vision
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Timely turnaround and transparent pricing
Our Process
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Initial Inquiry
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Free 15-minute consultation
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Submission & Evaluation
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Quote Approval
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Editing Work Begins
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Review & Revisions
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Final Delivery