I have a three book series totaling about 280,000 words that I feel needs the help of a good copy-editor to check for spelling, grammar and punctuation issues. Obviously, any additional comments would be welcome. Previously, I sent a few samples out to suggested editors and found two that were acceptable to me. I picked one, who promised to to do a thorough edit and then a second 'polishing' pass. The estimated time for all three books was 10 to 12 weeks. It has now been more than 3 months and I have yet to receive the 'polishing' edit on the first book. I told that editor that I was very unhappy with her inability to maintain her own schedule. I won't sever my relationship with the first until I have a firm commitment from someone else. I attempted to contact the second editor but have not heard back in almost a week. Both editors offered a 3 book deal for around $1,000. Each offered the '2-pass' procedure.
If anyone can recommend someone, I'd really appreciate the information.
If anyone can recommend someone, I'd really appreciate the information.