Caity Hides
editing services
PARANORMAL ROMANCE - Omegaverse - Fantasy - Dark Romance - horror - fiction
Developmental Editing
.006
line editing
.008
copy editing
.006
proofreading
.004
Packages
The first stage in the editing process includes an evaluation on inconsistencies, plot holes, character development, and story. This Edit also addresses pacing, thematic shifts, structure and setting.
This stylistic edit will improve the flow of the manuscript while maintaining and elevating the authors unique voice.
Line editing addresses:
- Wording (crutch-phrases, overuse, & misuse)
- Correcting and balancing sentence structure
- Subject-verb agreements
- Transitional phrasing
- Consistent tense
- Word/Phrase suggestions
- Specific fact checking
Copy editing is essential before a proofread, it includes identifying, and correcting;
punctuation, typographical, and grammatical errors.
This service also includes notes on clarity, syntax, consistency,
and the elimination of gratuitous language.
Basic fact checking from style guide references regarding the rules of the universe (to be provided by the author).
Proofreading is the final step before the publication of your work. Proofreading will catch errors in spelling and punctuation while ensuring correct and consistent formatting.
Light fact checking is also included for commonly misused words, and obvious facts.
Custom Packages may include any combination of services or extras. Please email to discuss.
Extras
+ Brainstorming Session
+ Expert Spice Advice
+ World Building
+ Live Editing
+ Daily Affirmations
+ Trigger Warnings
“Caitlyn was lovely to work with! She was professional, and the fastest editor I've ever worked with. She was also very flexible with me, and found a lot of mistakes that others missed. I highly recommend her! “
-Renee des Lauriers
"I have done both copy and proof reading services with Caity. She was fast, thorough, and helped me identify my own bad habits. I used her services to fix up some already published manuscripts and she caught so much I would never have noticed. Will be going to her again, and I highly recommend her services."
~Marie
Mackay
Testimonials
“I loved working with Caity on my debut novel. She was communicative throughout the process and absolutely thorough. I felt a great sense of relief being able to put my draft in her hands and have her go through it with a fine-toothed comb. She was punctual and evereything felt incredibly easy. I would highly reccomend her!”
~Charlotte
House
about me
Stories have been a constant in my life from before I could even read. From the lamppost of Narnia to the fires of Mt. Doom, I consumed books as if they were my life’s blood. Reading ignited my passion for the written word, and as I grew older, the stories themselves evolved with my other unique interests and passions. - Pansexual - Polyamorous - Witch -
I studied poetry, fiction and memoirs in college and learned the art of editing through many unique lenses. I’ve used this knowledge to help friends with papers, short stories and eventually novels. I am also a recent graduate of Edit Republics Proofreading and Line Editing certificate courses. In the beginning of 2023, a dear friend (and now client) of mine convinced me I could turn my side hustle into a career. Having her believe in me so fully and honestly gave me the drive to pursue my dream of supporting myself independently. I am realizing my dream of helping authors weave their wildest imaginings into reality. I work mostly with women who are independent or first-time authors.
You can find me on BC’s west coast, cuddled up with my two kitties and an iced coffee. I spend my free time with my beautiful girlfriend, reading tarot, exploring nature, or working quietly side by side.
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