Editorial Services
Thoughtful Editing. Meaningful Feedback. A Clearer Path Forward.
At Porchlight, we believe that every great story deserves the care and attention it takes to shine. That’s why we offer professional editorial services designed to support and elevate emerging Southern writers at every stage of the process.
Our team of highly trained editors brings years of literary experience and a deep appreciation for Southern storytelling. Whether you're polishing a poem, revising a short story, or shaping a powerful novel, we’re here to help you take your work to the next level.
What We Offer:
- Developmental Editing
Big-picture guidance on structure, pacing, theme, and voice - Line Editing
Sentence-level refinement to strengthen tone, clarity, and flow - Copyediting
Careful correction of grammar, syntax, consistency, and style - Proofreading
A final polish to catch typos, formatting issues, and small errors
Each piece is read with care. Every writer receives thoughtful, constructive feedback. And every edit is made with your voice — not ours — in mind.
Why Choose Porchlight?
- A supportive team rooted in Southern literary tradition
- Affordable rates for emerging writers
- Optional sample edits and transparent pricing
- Personalized, one-on-one communication with your editor
Whether you're preparing a contest entry, submitting to literary journals, or publishing your first book, our editorial services are here to help your story shine.
Editing Type Per Word Rate Notes
Developmental Editing $0.08 per word Big-picture. Plot, Structure, Voice
For example, an 80,000-word novel would be $6400 USD
Line/ Stylistic Editing $0.06 per word Refining style, flow, consistency
Copyediting $0.04 per word Grammar and punctuation
Proofreading $0.03 per word Final polish. Minor issues
Contact us today to get started!