Welcome to Ellison Editorial
You probably found me because you love words. And if you love words, you know the power of a good edit.
It's tempting to skip editing or proofreading, I know, but I like to think of it as getting ready for a job interview or a big occasion; you go the extra mile. The result is you, only better. It's the same with editing; the quality remains long after the investment has been made.
But editing is an unregulated industry. Choosing an editor is a leap of faith – faith in credentials, testimonials and portfolios. These matter, but they don't tell you whether we're a good fit.
That's why I offer a free sample edit, and why my service comparison chart can help you make up your mind.
Amanda Ellison
What are you looking for?
I provide AI-free editorial services to individuals and small presses. Check out the services I offer, my background and credentials, my honest pricing and free resources for authors.
Manuscript review
Honest and helpful feedback on your manuscript, with practical next steps. I'll tell you what's working well too! This is 'big picture' editing of a first draft and comes before copyediting and proofreading.
Copyediting
A sentence-level review of your text. this usually comes before proofreading and is more invasive. Think 5 Cs: clarity, consistency, correctness, conciseness and completeness.
Proofreading
A final check to catch any lingering typos and minor errors. I also check layout, pagination and fonts. I can combine copyediting and proofreading – just ask!
"Amanda has an attention to detail that assured me that her professionalism is authentic. I'm lucky to have worked with her."
Jim Sheehan - Author