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+ What's the difference between proofreading and copy editing? Proofreading is a truly final check of your manuscript. It's not the time to be making changes – it's the time to be fixing any errors in spelling, grammar, punctuation, consistency in things like the spelling of character names, and consistency of formatting and style elements. Copyediting happens before proofreading and takes a closer look at sentence structure, word repetition, character and plot continuity and timelines. It usually includes building a style sheet – and sometimes (especially for multi-book series) character bios and plot chronology records. Sometimes the term copyediting is used interchangeably with proofreading. That's okay – we can discuss exactly what your manuscript needs and figure it out from there.
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+ Will you help me with the publishing process? While I don't get involved with the final steps of publishing such as formatting for Amazon KDP, book cover design, or printing, I can help with referrals to reputable people and places who do. 
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+ What style guide should I follow? This can vary depending on your market. In Australia, the Australian Government Style Manual is widely used. In North America and many other markets, CMOS is the gold standard. If you're in the UK New Hart's Rules is widely used. CMOS is often a good starting point if your plan is to publish on Amazon.
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+ How much does proofreading and copyediting cost? You'll find a proofreader or copyeditor at any budget. If you're looking for experience, qualifications, integrity, and quality then you should expect to pay fair market rates. These can be found by looking at your local editing industry body website, such as the EFA in North America and IPEd in Australia and New Zealand.
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