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 Writing and Editing
for Thinkers, Leaders, and Changemakers
Expert writing and editing to transform your ideas into a well-written book
that shifts perspectives, restores connection, and plants the seeds of lasting change.
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Book Writing and Editing Packages
Book Writing
Here's what you get:
Templates, prompts, and accountability to get your words on the page fast
No overthinking: write how you talk
Editing to transform your raw writing into polished prose in your voice
A professional book that builds your authority
Starting at $7,500 *
Editing
Here's what you get:
Manuscript Evaluation
(a clear vision for your book)Developmental Editing
(structure & organization of ideas)Copy & Line Editing (polished writing that flows)
Proofreading (text that's error-free & ready for publication)
Starting at $5,500 *
* For an average length book (50,000 words/200 pages). Actual price determined by book length and project complexity.
Writing a book is just the beginning
Without proper structure, organization, and editing, a book will never reach its full potential.
I handle all stages of writing and editing to give you a well-written, compelling
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.
My Editing Process
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
Explore the books I've worked on:
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.
I founded Beacon Editing to work with thinkers, leaders, and changemakers in science, psychology, ecology, and business. I believe the kind of writing that matters most right now is regenerative nonfiction books that reconnect us to nature and restore what makes us human.
The authors I'm most drawn to are the ones working at the edges of their fields: farmers who have learned something profound from the soil; therapists who have watched their clients heal in nature; economists quietly dismantling the myth of endless growth; tech veterans who have seen behind the curtain and can't unsee it; conservationists, anthropologists, educators, and journalists who believe the stories we tell about the natural world—and our place in it—genuinely matter.
What they all have in common is a belief that the way we're living isn't working and the desire to write a book that points toward something better.
They also often don't consider themselves "writers." They recognize the power of books to expand minds and create meaningful change, but they are overwhelmed because they don't know how write one, what sort of editing they will need, or how to navigate the publishing process.
The good news is, you don't have to worry about any of that. I can help you plan, develop, and write a professional book that sounds like you and communicates your ideas with clarity and verve.
Or, if you've already completed writing, I can 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 language works. 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 to create meaningful change.
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 my book writing or editing services, 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. Do you use AI for writing or 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. 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. 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 to Turn Your Life's Work into a Book?
Click the button below to take the first step!
