Free Sample Copy Edit
Curious how professional copy editing can strengthen your story—and protect your reader experience?
I offer a free sample copy edit of up to 1,500 words for fiction authors. No cost. No pressure. No obligation.
This gives you the opportunity to experience my editing process before committing to full Copy Editing Services or Proofreading Services.
What Your Sample Includes
Your submission will receive a professional copy edit focused on:
- Clarity and sentence flow
- Grammar and punctuation
- Consistency in tone and terminology
- Dialogue mechanics
- Continuity checks
You’ll see exactly how I communicate edits using Microsoft Word Track Changes, how I explain suggestions, and how I balance technical precision with respect for your voice.
The goal is simple: give you confidence.
You’ll know what working together feels like before we move forward.
For Authors with Multiple Books
If you have previously published titles—whether part of a series or stand-alone novels—this same copy editing foundation supports Backlist Editing.
Backlist Editing reviews older books for clarity, consistency, grammar, and reader experience.
For series authors, that often includes continuity across character details, timelines, and world-building rules. For authors with multiple stand-alone titles, it may involve strengthening voice consistency, correcting overlooked issues, or aligning earlier work with your current standards.
Your backlist represents you every day.
Whether readers start with Book 1 in a series or pick up a stand-alone from five years ago, the experience matters.
If you’re wondering whether your earlier titles may benefit from a refresh, you may find this helpful: Backlist Refresh: How Editing Older Titles Protects Your Author Brand [Blog].
How to Request Your Free Sample
- Send up to 1,500 words in a Word document.
- Include a brief note about your genre and whether the manuscript is standalone or part of a series.
- Submit through the Contact page or directly at pam@pccProofreading.com.
Turnaround is typically a few business days.
All submissions are treated as confidential.
Not Sure If This Is Right for You?
If you have questions about what type of editing you need, visit the FAQ page or review my Rates & Prices for full-service options.
You can also explore examples of past projects in my Portfolio or browse the Blog for editing insights tailored to fiction authors.