Children's Book Editing

Editing for picture books, early readers, and similarly short texts, with attention to age-appropriate readability.

What’s included

• Proofreading: $0.025/word, 1 revision
• Copyediting: $0.035/word, 2 rounds
• Line editing: $0.045/word, 2 rounds
• Developmental editing: $0.06/word, 2 rounds + editorial letter

Turnaround: 5 business days to 3 weeks, depending on service

Middle-grade and YA manuscripts use the standard fiction editing services.

Choose the word count closest to your manuscript, rounding up. Final word count is confirmed when your manuscript is received; any difference is adjusted before work begins.

How it works

1. Place your order. Within 2 business days you’ll receive the TMC Client Services Agreement and a short intake form by email.
2. Send your materials and return the signed agreement. Your turnaround starts once both are received.
3. Review your deliverables and send consolidated feedback for each included revision round.

Need it sooner? Rush turnaround is available for 25% more, confirmed in writing before work begins. Not sure this is the right service? Book a consultation first.