Rates
Proofreading Rates*
  • Simple formatted pages: $3 per page; $25 minimum.
    A simple formatted page contains a single column of 12 point type and
    approximately 250 words. It does not contain figures, tables or
    typographic insets of any kind, but may contain photos with captions.

  • Complex formatted pages, bibliographies, or reference pages:
    $4-5 per page, $25 minimum. Final quote depends on complexity of
    project.

*In order to make your project as error-free as possible, proofreading
should be done when your copy is in its final draft (after formatting). For
the fees listed above, you will receive one thorough proofreading of your
document. If you require additional proofreading of corrected drafts, you
will be charged additional fees accordingly.


Copyediting Rates
  • Minimum $5 per page, $50 minimum per project. Final quote depends on
    complexity of project.


Writing and Desktop Publishing Rates
  • Minimum $35 per hour.


Need a Quote?
Contact me at: pattoneditingservices@yahoo.com.


Payment Details
All projects require a signed agreement (by both parties). You will never pay
more than what I have quoted
, so long as the material on which I have
quoted has not changed in complexity or scope
. If you request to add pages
or services during the project, I will send you a new quote and agreement to
be signed.

Generally, payment is due when services are completed. However, large
projects (such as books) may require a small deposit up front.

An invoice is sent with the finished document either by e-mail or as a paper
invoice delivered with the completed project. One-time projects require
payment upon delivery of final product. Payment for projects that are under
an ongoing contract are due within 30 days; a penalty of 10 percent will be
added for every month the payment is late.

You can pay for editing services by personal check, cashier’s check or
money order (made payable to Cynthia Patton). I do not accept payments
via credit card or PayPal, although I will consider the option if I receive
requests.