Professional Book Editing
for Entrepreneurs
All-stages professional editing to give you a well-written book that communicates your wisdom, spreads your influence, and preserves your legacy.
Professional Book Editing for Entrepreneurs
All-stages professional editing to give you a well-written book that communicates your wisdom, spreads your influence, and preserves your legacy.
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Writing a book is just the beginning
Without proper editing, a book will never reach its full potential.
I handle all stages of editing to give you a clear, well-written, error-free
book that shines.
Developmental Editing
Reviewing the manuscript's structure and content to give you a clear vision for the book.
Line and Copy Editing
Improving clarity and flow while ensuring accurate grammar, punctuation, spelling, and style.
Proofreading
Checking the final manuscript for minor errors and inconsistencies to ensure it is ready for publication.
How It Works
Every book needs a professional editor to reach its fullest potential.
STEP ONE
Manuscript Evaluation
I analyze your manuscript and provide a proposal with recommendations for edits to most effectively communicate your message.
STEP TWO
Complete Edit
Your manuscript undergoes two stages of editing: developmental and line/copy, which shapes and polishes your book via manuscript markup.
STEP THREE
Final Proofread
After all edits are reviewed and the final content is set, I do a final review to ensure there are no errors or inconsistencies so your book is ready to publish!
Here's what my clients are saying...
Take a look at what previous clients have said about working with me:
“Jess‘s copyediting skills are matched only by her professionalism. She sharpened the narrative and ensured linguistic precision, while preserving my voice.”
Mark D'Souza, MD
Author, Lost and Found
“Jess‘s thoughtfulness, attention to detail, and ability to appreciate my writing style gave me the confidence to take my writing to the next level.”
Brandon Milbradt
Founder, Eat Gold Organics
"Jess is a champion because of her meticulous attention to detail. As an author and a business owner, she is my first choice to edit my work."
Daniel Armstrong
Founder, Find-A-Tree
Check out my work...
Explore the books I've edited
A book is more than just a collection of words—when done right, it can be a beacon that shines your ideas out to the world.
Hey, I’m Jess Filippi, founder of Beacon Editing.
As a professional editor with over 20 years of experience in publishing, I understand the importance of using the right words to communicate your ideas.
Most authors think that after they've written a book, they're done. But this truth is, the process is just beginning...
Some realize their book needs editing, but they:
try to do it themselves
send it to friends or family, or
get overwhelmed and publish with no editing at all
They end up with a book that is disorganized and full of errors—a book nobody wants to read.
The good news is, you don't have to worry about any of that. I take care of all stages of editing, elevating your book from rough draft to polished manuscript that's ready to publish.
I've read thousands of books, and I know how words work. I can help you develop and clarify your message to create a book that builds your authority, expands your reach, and opens doors to new opportunities.
I believe the best editing process is a collaboration between editor and author. My editing style focuses on maintaining your voice and working together to express your ideas with clear, compelling writing.
If you have any questions about professional editing, click the button below to schedule a call to learn about how I can make your book shine.
Jess Filippi
Beacon Editing Founder
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Some of the most frequently asked questions:
Q. What's the typical timeline for editing a book?
The amount of time editing takes varies depending on the length of the book, but on average the whole process takes about 2 to 3 months.
Q. How does pricing work?
Pricing is based on a manuscript evaluation and word count.
Q. What style guide do you use?
I use the Chicago Manual of Style, which is the standard for most publishing.
I also have extensive experience with MLA and APA styles. Style requirements will be covered in your onboarding call.
Q. What if I only need copy editing?
I evaluate each manuscript to determine what kind of editing it needs, and then I provide my recommendations in your custom editing plan. Your book may only need copy editing, but it is impossible to tell without an evaluation.
Q. Why shouldn't I edit the book myself?
All writers need editors! For real, even Stephen King, who has written two to three books a years since the 1970s, has an editor.
If a writer tires to edit their own work, they miss things. A professional editor has the objectivity and skill to identify a manuscript's weaknesses and notice the errors.
Q. Do you use AI for editing?
As a lifelong avid reader of science fiction, I am both terrified of AI and fascinated by its potential. I believe that in creative work such as writing and editing books, the human imagination should remain unaided by artificial intelligence.
tl;dr: Nope!
Q. How do I get started?
Click the button below to book a 1-on-1 call to talk about your message, your intended audience, and your overall vision for your book.
Are You Ready Have Your Book Professionally Edited?
Click the button below and let's do it!
