THE PRESENT PAGE
Where inspiration meets clarity.
The Present Page
Editorial Services
Editing and publishing guidance
for nonfiction authors and poets
Your book has the power to change readers' lives.
I'm here to give your words the attention they deserve.
Are you itching to publish your first book, but you're not quite sure what it needs to be publishable?
Do you want to collaborate with an editor who thoroughly answers your questions about the publishing process?
Or maybe you already know the drill and just need an editor to get right to work.
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If you answered "yes" to any of these, then you're in the right place!
I'm Emily, owner of The Present Page Editorial Services. I previously served as the lead marketing & revisions editor for New Degree Press. I now serve as a manuscript reviewer for Berrett-Koehler, a traditional publisher, and as a literary journal reader for the Baltimore Review.
While collaborating with me, you can expect a thorough yet compassionate edit, with full attention given to the preservation of your unique voice. My style is part editor, part coach; you'll come away from the process not just with a clean manuscript, but with an understanding of why each change was made.​
"Emily's editing was a revelation, and I have enjoyed working with her tremendously."
—Dale Neuringer, poet
"I have found myself breathing a sigh of relief that my work didn't go to print before Emily made
her changes."
—Nicholas Tippins, author of The Poet's Journey
"The care Emily took with
my book reignited my motivation to meet my publishing deadlines."
—Yoe Apolinario, author of Cafe Con Leche
I want the editorial process to be as simple as possible for you. Here's what you can expect when you reach out to me:
1) I'll first ask questions about your vision, the goals for your book, and who you're writing for. I'll usually request to see a longer sample of your writing and may perform a free sample edit, if appropriate.
2) Once I review your answers and your writing sample, I'll let you know 1) the level of editing your manuscript may need, 2) how long it will take to complete, and 3) the fair market rate for these services. YOU get the final say on which editorial service I perform.
3) When we agree that we're a great fit, I'll do my thing. I edit using Track Changes in Word so that you can see every suggestion I make, and I use Comments to ensure you understand why I'm making these suggestions.
4) I'll return the completed project to you within the agreed-upon deadline. I welcome any and all questions you may have as you review the suggested edits.
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I'm excited to meet you. Submit the form below and we'll get to work!
"Emily is the best copy editor and line editor I have ever worked with, hands down. ... If you have a book project that needs copy or line editing, especially around self-help/spirituality, I'd highly recommend Emily."
— DEREK RALSTON, author of Transformational Fasting
Ready to take the next step
toward publishing?
Send me a message here, and I'll get back to you soon.