Professional Editing for Christian Authors
Begin where your manuscript is ready. Move through each phase at the pace your book requires.
Our Approach
The Penrose Process
A four-phase process designed to help you achieve a clear, compelling, and publication-ready manuscript.
Developmental Editing
Big-picture clarity, flow, structure, and content.
Line Editing
Sentence-level refinement that preserves your voice.
Proofreading
Grammar, spelling, and punctuation, plus Scripture and language review.
Design Proofreading
A final review after your book is formatted.
Find Your Path
Where Should You Begin?
Your starting point depends on where your manuscript is in the process.
Haven’t Had a Professional Developmental Edit?
Begin with PHASE 1 to build a strong foundation for your book!
Already Had a Professional Developmental Edit?
Begin with PHASE 2 to build a strong foundation for your book!
***Proofreading services are reserved for current Penrose clients.***
Choose Your Approach
Reserve Your Way
Select the option that best fits your needs and timeline.
One Phase at a Time
Reserve the phase you need now and move forward when you’re ready.
Each new phase is scheduled according to our availability when you’re ready to continue.
Reserve Multiple Phases
Streamline your timeline by reserving multiple phases in advance.
Priority access to available dates and last-minute openings.
Prepare Financially
How Much Will This Cost?
Every manuscript is different, so pricing is based on the individual project. We consider the manuscript’s genre, word count, and scope of work before preparing your estimate.
Schedule a Free Clarity Call
We’ll talk about your manuscript, your publishing goals, and the editorial help you may need.
Send Approximately 15 Pages
A representative sample gives us what we need to evaluate the manuscript.
Receive Your Formal Estimate
Within about one week, you’ll receive the estimated cost of each phase. Your estimate is valid for one year
Looking for a ballpark estimate? The Editorial Freelancers Association (EFA) publishes widely recognized rate guidelines for each stage of editing. It’s one of the tools we use to make sure our pricing remains in line with current industry averages. Penrose Editorial’s rates typically fall within—and often below—those ranges. You’re welcome to use the EFA Rate Estimator below to explore current industry averages. Because every manuscript is different, however, Penrose prepares each estimate individually based on the manuscript’s genre, word count, condition, and scope of work. The EFA is an independent organization and is not affiliated with or endorsing Penrose Editorial.