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Expert manuscript editing services for UK authors and self publishers

Name: KT Proofreading
Address: GB
Rating: 5

Fiction | Non-fiction | Memoir | Academic

Ensure your manuscript is ready for publication

You've poured your heart into your manuscript, and now it's time to give it the final polish before it reaches readers. Whether you're self-publishing or seeking traditional publishing, proofreading and editing are crucial steps to ensure your work stands out. As a professional proofreader and editor for authors, I offer expert services to make sure your manuscript is publication-ready.

Why choose my proofreading and editing services for authors?

I understand the emotional and creative effort behind every manuscript. With over ten years of experience working with fiction and non-fiction authors, I provide comprehensive editing services to enhance the clarity, structure, and readability of your work. I work with novelists, non-fiction writers, and independent publishers, ensuring your manuscript shines, no matter your chosen publishing route.

I offer the following editing services for authors:

Fiction editing: Strengthen character development, plot structure, and pacing for a more engaging narrative.
Non-fiction and memoir editing: Ensure your message is clear and impactful while maintaining readability.
Proofreading for self-published authors and those going down the traditional route: Eliminate grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors to make your manuscript publication-ready.

Who is this service for?

Fiction and non-fiction authors
Children’s authors
Independent publishers and self-published writers
Academics preparing books for publication
ESOL (English as a second or other language) authors who need help refining their writing while maintaining their unique voice (Please note: an additional 20–30% is applied to all proofreading and editing services to account for the extra time needed to refine language, sentence structure, and clarity)

Manuscript editing services for authors in all genres

Different stages of editing address different aspects of your manuscript. Choose the level of service that best suits your needs:

1. Proofreading – £18 per 1,000 words

Focus: Eliminating surface-level errors to ensure grammatical accuracy and consistency.

Includes:

Correction of spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors
Ensuring consistency in terminology, formatting, and style
Final polish to ensure a professional presentation

2. Copyediting – £22 per 1,000 words

Focus: Enhancing clarity, coherence, and readability while maintaining your unique voice.

Includes:

All services from proofreading
Refining sentence structure for better flow and readability
Ensuring logical consistency and coherence throughout
Checking for repetition, awkward phrasing, and inconsistencies
Adherence to a preferred style guide (Chicago Manual of Style, etc.)

3. Developmental editing – £30 per 1,000 words

Focus: Strengthening the overall structure, content, and impact of your manuscript.

Includes:

In-depth feedback on plot, pacing, and structure (for fiction)
Evaluation of argument development and clarity (for non-fiction)
Suggestions for improving character development, themes, and engagement
Identification of gaps, redundancies, and inconsistencies
Guidance to enhance overall readability and marketability

She not only sees the trees, but the wood as well.

Fantastic service: professional, prompt and friendly too! In addition to meticulous attention to detail, Kat also prompted me to mention a small but important point that was integral to my argument but that I myself had overlooked. She not only sees the trees, but the wood as well.

Ruth Grayson

Author of Presumption of Guilt and Balance of Improbabilities

Sheffield, UK

Kat is an exceptional editor, combining honesty, encouragement and editing precision in equal measure.

Kat worked with me on preparing my first fiction novel for publication. She is an exceptional editor, combining honesty, encouragement and editing precision in equal measure. Her professional and helpful advice really helped me to achieve my goal of publishing my book.

Emma Lethbridge

Author of The Traitor's Victory and Freeling Lionheart

Absolutely world class!

Absolutely world class! I couldn't be happier with her work on my book. She has turned my twelve word documents into a masterpiece! I will definitely be using her again for another book, or just my C.V for instance. Highly recommended! I have recommended her to my Mum already, for her upcoming book!

Marcus Donaldson

Author of Puff Your Chest Out and Charge

Sheffield, UK

An incredibly talented and gifted editor.

Kat Taylor is an incredibly talented and gifted editor and proofreader. My manuscript has really turned into a diamond from the rough with Kat's editing. I needed so much guidance because I am a first-time author with a lot of spelling mistakes, and work to do, but Kat didn't mind and was so happy to help.
Kat made me feel so comfortable and praised me every step of the way. I am truly grateful to have met Kat and cannot wait to work with her again on my next book.

Jody Best

Author of Forbidden and Henry Done It

Leeds, UK

If you still aren't sure what type of service you need, you will find more information in my blog post: What’s the difference between developmental editing, copyediting and proofreading?

Children’s book editing

Children’s books require a unique editing approach, especially picture books where every word must be carefully crafted.

Picture books

Basic proofreading

£100 (up to 1,000 words)

£200 (1,000 – 3,000 words)

£300 (3,000 – 10,000 words)

Developmental editing

£300 (Up to 1,000 words)

£450 (1,000 – 3,000 words)

£600 (3,000 – 10,000 words)

Why do picture books cost more? Picture books require meticulous attention to flow, rhythm, and language suitability for young readers. Every word matters, and careful editing ensures both clarity and engagement.

Children's chapter books

Priced according to the selected editing service (Proofreading, Copyediting, or Developmental Editing) at standard per 1,000-word rates.

So helpful and encouraging.

I recently worked with Kat on my first children's book. Kat was so helpful and encouraging, offering suggestions of small changes whilst remaining supportive and enthusiastic about my work. She was very friendly and professional throughout the proof reading process and I am very much looking forward to working with her again on my next book. Thoroughly recommend.

Anna Dickens

Children's author

Liverpool, UK

How to get started

Send me your manuscript and character profiles along with any specific editing preferences.
Select the service that best fits your needs, or ask me for guidance.
Receive a quote and timeline for completion.
I’ll carefully edit your manuscript and provide detailed feedback.
Review the edits and finalise your manuscript for publication.