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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

Detailed & Structural

Functional & Mechanical

Developmental Editing

Structure, pacing, narrative arc. Identifies gaps & unclear sections. Idea for early-stage drafts. 

Manuscript Critique

High-level assessment of theme, clarity, voice, and flow. (Editorial Memo). 

Substantive Editing

Refines tone, sentence flow, word choice, clarity, argument or story strength. 

Copyediting

Improves syntax, clarity, grammar, consistency in tone. 

Academic Citation Formatting

Checks citation style (APA) is correct. 

Proofreading

Grammar, punctuation, typos, and formatting. 

Who We Serve

Why Choose DuoPen Services?

  • Authors (fiction and nonfiction)

  • Academic writers (nurses, educators, researchers)

  • Healthcare professionals

  • Speakers and workshop leaders

  • Aspiring writers working on their first draft

  • Decades of experience in academic, professional, and creative writing

  • Editors who are also published authors

  • Personalized, collaborative editing process

  • Respect for your voice and vision

  • Timely turnaround and transparent pricing

Pricing Overview

  • Per-word rates: $0.03–$0.08 depending on service

  • Hourly options: $50–$95/hour for academic review

  • Discounts for full manuscripts or repeat clients

  • Custom and bulk project pricing available upon request

Our Process

  1. Initial Inquiry

  2. Free 15-minute consultation

  3. Submission & Evaluation

  4. Quote Approval

  5. Editing Work Begins

  6. Review & Revisions

  7. Final Delivery

Ready to get Started?

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