Helping authors hone their magic using literary wizardry

Testimonials

  • Autumn was the perfect beta reader for my romantasy story. She offered encouragement about the story as a whole and specific parts she liked as well as insightful suggestions to fix parts that didn't work so well. I feel more confident after having her read my manuscript. She was also delightful to work with!

    Jane Buehler, author of The Fire Apprentice

  • “Autumn evaluated my self-help manuscript and provided clear, concise ways to improve its structure and best convey the message I want readers to see. I have no doubts that my manuscript is better off because of her work. ”

    Nate Driscoll, author of Two Left Turns Make a Right

  • "Autumn gave me such great feedback about my novel! I was able to really dig deep and find way more detail to give my book way more depth! It's because of her keen eye and open mind, my manuscript is feeling more like a joy to work on and less of a chore."

    Yves Butler, author

  • “Autumn Brown is an excellent copyeditor and proofreader. Her suggested edits goes beyond simple grammar and syntax issues. Autumn is meticulous in making sure that my writing is clear and cohesive. I highly recommend using Autumn for your copy editing and proofreading projects.”

    Gayla Kirkland, owner of Clutterfree blog

  • "Autumn is extremely talented and handled all assignments with true professionalism and produced the highest quality work. She makes everyone around her better and is a top performer in any venture she pursues."

    Doug Smith, former co-worker & curriculum developer at KYOCERA

Credentials & Professional Memberships

University of California, San Diego Extension

Copyediting certification, 2018

Editorial Freelancers Association

Copyediting Fiction certification, 2019

EFA (Editorial Freelancers Association) member

Services & Rates

  • Work with finished manuscripts line by line to correct spelling, grammar, usage, and punctuation. Make suggestions for rewrites when deemed necessary.

    Copyedits are performed with either a light, medium, or heavy touch depending on client needs.

    Includes customized style guide and tracking sheet.

    Consultation is required before selecting a type of copyediting service.

    Prices start at $0.05/word

  • Work with finished, already edited manuscripts to check for type errors or otherwise missed errors in punctuation, spelling, style, or usage.

    This is the last edit stage before publishing.

    Prices start at $0.03/word

  • A service for any completed draft.

    Review manuscript for plot inconsistencies, consult on character and plot development, and provide general writing style feedback.

    Prices start at $50/hr

  • Includes a thorough read and review of your finished manuscript, including initial thoughts on plot, character development, and story pacing.

    Also includes a spoiler-free book review on my blog and social media accounts.

    $200 flat rate

Not sure what kind of editing service you need? Contact me for a free consultation.

Who is my ideal client?

Genres I love

  • Fantasy

  • Romance

  • Romantasy

  • Science-fiction

  • Young Adult

  • Thriller

  • Speculative Fiction

  • Short Stories

Requirements to work with me

  • A finished draft that you’re proud of. (See my blog post about self-editing.)

  • A commitment to meeting goals and having regular correspondence.

  • A willingness to collaborate and discuss suggestions.

  • A creative spirit and passion for writing.

Let’s work together.

Interested in working together? Leave your information here, and I’ll get back to you as soon as possible!