Line Editing Services
Refine Every Sentence. Elevate Every Page.
Your voice deserves to shine. Our expert editors polish each sentence for clarity, tone, and flow, so your book reads smoothly from start to finish — without losing your voice or vision.
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What Is Line Editing?
Line editing, also known as stylistic editing, is the art of enhancing how you tell your story. It focuses on language use, rhythm, emotional tone, and sentence-level clarity.
Whether you’re writing fiction, nonfiction, memoir, or a business book, our editors refine your words to make them more engaging, without changing your message or meaning.
We Improve :
- Sentence rhythm and flow
- Word choice and vivid imagery
- Tone consistency and narrative voice
- Clarity and conciseness
- Dialogue authenticity
- Scene and paragraph transitions
What You’ll Receive
Tracked edits across your full manuscript
Margin comments explaining key changes
Rewritten suggestions for unclear or clunky passages
Voice-preserving polish tailored to your genre & tone
Why Choose Edioak?
Our editors have worked across bestselling titles, indie hits, and Netflix-adapted books. We understand how to enhance your sentences without flattening your voice. Every edit is intentional, grounded in your goals, and tailored to your audience.
Editors with deep experience in your genre
No outsourcing — all editing is done in-house
Proven results across memoirs, fiction, nonfiction, and business books
Trusted by Penguin Random House, HarperCollins, and streaming platforms
Editing Levels Comparison
| Feature | Developmental Editing | Line Editing | Copyediting |
|---|---|---|---|
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Focus |
Plot, structure, pacing |
Sentence clarity, tone, transitions |
Grammar, punctuation, consistency |
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Stage |
Early or mid-draft |
After structural edits are complete |
Final polish before layout |
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Objective |
Reshape the story |
Refine expression and readability |
Correct technical errors |
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Includes |
Editorial letter and macro notes |
Line edits and margin comments |
Grammar fixes and style checks |
Before & After Snapshot
Small changes, big difference.
Is Line Editing Right for You?
This service is ideal if:
You’ve already finalized your book’s structure
You’re preparing to query agents or self-publish
You want to improve sentence flow and storytelling style
You need your voice to be clearer, sharper, and more compelling
You’re ready to polish without changing your core message
Book Editing Testimonials
50000+ Copies sold
#1 Amazon Bestseller
International Bestselling Author
NYT bestseller 100,000+ copies sold
#1 national and WSJ bestseller
USA Today Bestseller
Teresa Torres Teresa Torres
Author of Continuous Discovery Habits
I’m really pleased with the work. It was initially such a mess and needed lots of rewriting … I sweated blood over it and it never seemed to get into a nice flow untill i seeked the services at Edioak. You are the best editing compny one can ever find, and certainly the standard of your work so far is dazzling! Thanks again for fitting this in at short notice. Probably one of the best things ever to be put in the mag!
Rick Breitweiser
Author of Sales And Selling Yourself
They (Edioak), and my contact there Melissa were so predictable answering all my emails quickly over 17 weeks of a full edit of my first book to them. They spent extra time to make sure that I was completely satisfied. Customer service like this is incredibly rare. I was so happy with the makeover of my manuscript, that I gave them a book already selling online to perform a “”full edit”” on shortly they began one book for me.
Dennis C Grant
Author of The Developing Grant Park
Communication was easy and I appreciated the speed and completeness of the answers to my questions. The editors made a tremendous adjustment that improved my story and guided me in directions that would improve my future endeavours. I enjoyed the experience and felt it was worth the cost.
Callie D
Author of Homicide at the Vicarage
As a writer I know the importance of delivering a polished manuscript to the readers, and their proofreading service helps me achieve my goal. Their attention to detail ensured that every sentence was flawless. If you are looking for a proofreading service that exceeds your expectations then this is the right place.
Steve M
Author of In a New World
I love Edioak. I pondered over using them for two years. I reviewed their website repeatedly. I finally took the plunge after not enjoying my experience with so called Editors. I have not looked back since! Their services are built for humans.
Melissa B
Author of Life Skills for Teens to Thrive
The final proof of my manuscript was done really well. It went though several rounds of editing. It was also priced right and I intend to use them for my future manuscripts!
Aarti Kapur
Author of The Unknown Girl
We had the pleasure of working with the awesome team from Edioak. As a first time author I was overwhelmed and nervous about publishing my book.
We discovered this gem online and the team was super responsive and soon the worry of having quality editing done was behind me.
I am grateful for their engagement and contribution throughout the process for my book – the unknown girl. If you are looking to get help with editing- look no further. We highly recommend Edioak!
Dr.Gerald Draleti
The team at Edioak did an amazing job on the manuscript that I submitted for copy editing. I was very impressed by the quality of the copy-edited manuscript that I received and I can’t wait to have it published in a Journal.
When I first submitted my work for a free sample edit, I was contacted through email after a few hours and I loved what they did to the document. This motivated me to allow them work on the entire document.
The team also keeps you updated all the way to completion of the work.
They are very professional with top notch customer service and care.
John D
I’ve had five novels edited by them, and they’ve all turned out beautifully.
Edioak has edited five of my novels, and they always perform an excellent job. Their customer service is outstanding. My most recent work had so many plot holes that after the first round of development edits, I asked if they might opt for one more round of development edits, which my editor graciously accepted and proceeded with; I highly recommend this organisation.
Vruha James
This is the most promising book editing company I have ever worked with. Though it took a little longer but at the end it was a fruitful journey all along.
Kishore Vastani
Author of Sinners Of The Sauna: Corporate Murder Whodunnit
Once you work with Edioak for editing your novel. They become your favorites , such satisfying is their services. You will never look around for your next book. They are excellent in every aspect ,right from appointing authors anchor to prime editor. Their editing team is excellent in every aspect of editing. My script is now much simpler and easier to understand. I highly recommend them .
Maria A
Submitted a manuscript for line editing. Editor did a fantastic job. I was convinced that there were no typos in my 200 pages but they found a half-dozen (along with all the other edits and suggested phrasing changes). I was very pleased with the process and the results. I was told it would take 10 business days to complete but had finished edits in my hands within 5 business days. Always nice when someone performs faster than promised.
Praths J
Since I have my doctorate in English and a very firm opinion that the work should always be reviewed by a different author. Before trying their sample edit, I already paid 2 editing companies for my book and the quality was sub par. This time I had so many questions and was vary of spending my money. These people after the Sample Edit won my trust. Big cheers to the Editors.
Robert O
Just wanted to tell you that I’m really pleased with the editing of my book. At first I was apprehensive about Edioak’s service, I’m so glad I let you do the work. Not only did you do a superb job, but you also educated me along the way.
Sitanshu E
I submitted the manuscript for my first book. There was a lot of work to be done in the 200+ pages of the rough draft. I had my apprehensions as a new writer, but the team at Edioak helped me in an encouraging and friendly manner. While the team remains professional in its services, the editors also connect on a personal level tackling each writer according to his/her writing proficiency.
I loved the final version of the manuscript after three rounds of editing. I will definitely recommend their services to other authors like me.
Jacob
Thank you Edioak Team. On time delivery was very important as we were approaching the publishing. I sent multiple revisions to them and they maintained the language and consistency across them while improving the flow and impact. This has been a great experience working with them. Will surely work with them in future!
Rick L
It’s rare when you get exactly “as advertised”. Edioak spent so much time on my manuscript until I was completely satisfied with the finished book. They replied like “clockwork” and were never a day late with delivering an edit or response. I was so satisfied with the way they treated me, I gave them a book already in circulation to redo for me. I have no reason, neither should you have any reason to look for another editor.
Line Editing FAQs
What’s the difference between line editing and copyediting?
Line editing improves the style and flow of your writing. Copyediting focuses on correcting technical errors like grammar and punctuation.
Will line editing change my voice?
No. We work with your voice, not against it. Edits enhance your rhythm and clarity without diluting your tone.
Do you work with international authors?
Yes. We edit in both UK and US English and customize suggestions based on your market.
Can I see edits before they’re finalized?
Absolutely. All changes are tracked in the manuscript, and you have full control over accepting or rejecting them.
What if I’m not writing fiction?
We edit memoirs, nonfiction, business books, and hybrid formats too. Editors are matched based on your content and goals.
How long does line editing take?
Most line edits take 2 to 4 weeks depending on length and complexity. We’ll confirm a personalized timeline.
How much does it cost?
Pricing starts at $450 and scales with manuscript size and genre. Request a quote for details.
What happens after the line edit?
You’ll receive the edited manuscript and can schedule a post-edit consultation if needed. We stay available for clarification and support.
Can I get a sample before I commit?
Yes. You can request a free sample line edit to see how we approach your writing style.
What if I feel my writing isn’t good enough?
Editing is not about judgment, it’s about refinement. Whether your prose is polished or rough, we’ll meet you where you are and help you level up.