Few writers can objectively edit their story. They are too close to the words. A fresh pair of eyes can make the difference between a story riddled with errors and a story that holds on to readers and never lets them go.
Depending on your needs, you may want to engage a developmental editor (also known as a content editor), a copyeditor, a proofreader, or any combination of the three main types. Costs increase the deeper the edits. A proofreading, which is scanning a work for typographical errors, is cheaper than copyediting, which is reviewing each sentence. Content edits deep dive into plot and characterization and run the most expensive.
Critique partners, who are often fellow writers, can also help point out flaws in a story, potentially cutting editing expenses. To further reduce your editing costs, self-edit your work as much as possible. So refer back to Part Two of this guide on the self-editing process and tips for working with an editor.
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