FAQs
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Manuscripts are to be submitted in standard industry format: 1 inch margins; double spaced; 12-point type size; Times New Roman or Courier
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Please run Spell Check (Spelling & Grammar function) before sending pages to me.
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Manuscripts scheduled for an edit are to be sent as an email attachment.
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I work using Track Changes. If special circumstances dictate, I can work on a paper copy, but my preference is to work online.
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I prefer PayPal as method of payment. For a novel, I ask for 1/3 payment at the start of the editing job, with the remainder paid when the edited manuscript is returned.
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I do not provide sample edits. However, if a writer wants to send a shorter opening, I am open to negotiation. Please send a query first.
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I usually have a queue and schedule several months in advance. However, I understand the nature of the business requires flexibility, so if you need a quicker turnaround or have a special circumstance, ask! I do my best to be accommodating.
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Please contact me at ramonadef@yahoo.com with an email including EDITING or MANUSCRIPT inquiry in the subject line. Because of hacking and spam, I delete without opening emails with [no subject] or Hi! in the subject line.
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Please DO NOT send pages as an attachment until requested to do so. Same reason as #8.
