Structural Editing

Content and Organisation

A full structural edit is essential before copy editing. It lays the foundations of the content and ensures that the field is it covered. It ensures that the manuscript is organized in a logical way that engages the reader.

New Structure

We assess all aspects relevant to structure, including stylistic issues down to the sentence level. We make a recommended structure, discuss it with you, and make adjustments. When you are happy with the new structure, we will then move text and headings into the new structure, and smooth out the transitions.

Finishing

We will return to you a re-organized manuscript in an electronic file. We advise you how to proceed. You may need to write more material, rewrite some sections and/or make stylistic changes throughout. If you wish, we read it again. And then you may want to request a complete copy edit and proofread.