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OUR SERVICES
Scribbled Zombie offers editing services that will take your story to the next level. Most genres are in our wheelhouse, fantasy, speculative, historical, and YA among them. We do not edit romance, children's or MG.
Whether you're a new or experienced novelist, we can help your story match your vision.
Our services include a variety of options to fit your specific needs at every step. From story to line and copyediting, we have you covered. We also offer beta reading and manuscript critiques to help in the early stages. Read our blog posts and the descriptions of each service below to see which one fits your current needs.
Developmental Editing
The "big picture" edit, with a heavy focus on strengthening character, story, and structure. This is typically done on a third draft after others have read it and revisions made to improve readability.
Line Editing
In line editing we examine each sentence for meaning, clarity, relevance, and plot consistency. We're narrowing the focus but we're still not polishing grammar, spelling or punctuation.
$7 per 1000 words*
$10 per 1000 words*
Manuscript Critique
A more affordable option than direct edits. This service does not include direct comments but comes with a 5-page assessment of strengths and any glaring issues with suggestions for improvement.
$5 per 1000 words*
Beta Reading
Beta reading gives a general overview of your story from a reader's perspective. Includes in-text feedback but no suggestions for revision. This is ideal before seeking a developmental edit.
$3 per 1000 words*
Copyediting
Copyediting is where we polish the writing itself, giving attention to style, grammar, punctuation, and spelling, but also consistency in usage. This should occur after all revisions are complete.
$8-$10 per 1000 words*
Cover/Book Design
We work closely with you to ensure you get the cover design and layout that matches your story. With our attention to detail and dedication to producing quality work, we’re confident we can make your book stand out from the rest.
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*all prices are in Canadian dollars
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ABOUT US
At Scribbled Zombie, we are passionate about helping writers achieve their goals. Our team of editors has a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of what makes a good story from concept to final draft. We pride ourselves on being collaborative and easy to work with, and we always strive to exceed our clients' expectations.
Our team has a diverse range of education and experience that we bring to each project. We like to say we fill each other's gaps. Discuss your needs with us so that we can match you with the right editor for your genre and type of editing required. We look forward to working with you.
As an affiliate member of Editors Canada we proudly adhere to their professional standards.
Chris Marshall
"The Planner"
Chris specializes in story structure, character motivation, and plotting. From slow starts to meandering middles to elusive endings, Chris brings his 15+ years of writing experience, education, and passion for stories to your work in progress.
OUR TEAM
Anna Whitmore
"The Fixer"
Whether it is character, continuity, dialogue, or pacing, Anna will find the problems and offer sound advice based on a decade of experience. Need deeper insight of diverse communities? Anna is also our resident sensitivity reader.
Sarah Dredge
"The Cleaner"
Sarah is our prose polisher and brings her special eye for style and language to her copyediting to make your manuscript shine. Sarah also does line editing in the genres of historical, literary, YA, and religious themed fiction.
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"Chris has been a fantastic companion on my writing journey. He has a knack of syncing with my gut sense which quietly tells me when something in the story isn’t working. He understood the story I wanted to tell and his thoughtful, constructive feedback helped me focus my character arcs and reevaluate scenes to improve the plot. " -Emma Cox
http://emcox.co.uk/writing
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"I was astonished at how clear and cohesive my story became after making the changes Anna suggested. She understood the vision I had for my characters and saw things I never would have on my own."
-Kai Eastman
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"I used Scribbled Zombie's services for a manuscript critique of my first 25k words. The feedback I received from Chris was perceptive, thorough, and astute. He presented me with a clear vision for my piece, summing up the strengths of my writing as well as areas of improvement. After reviewing his thoughts, I agreed with nearly every aspect of his critique. He even offered to answer any follow-up questions I had and took some of the information to his colleague for additional feedback. As a result, I feel my novel will be stronger after working with Chris and Scribbled Zombie, and I recommend this service to any writers seeking fresh eyes on their work!"
-Kristen Charlesworth
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Ready to take your story to the next level? Request a free quote today and let us help you achieve your goals. Include your genre, word count, the stage of the manuscript, and the type of editing you require.