Share your wisdom and magic with the world through a professionally edited book!
As a certified editor and lifelong book lover, I help you refine your manuscript so it’s polished, professional, and free of distracting errors. From punctuation and grammar to clarity and flow, I ensure your work shines — so you can share it with confidence.
No matter how inspiring your message is, readers won’t stick around if your book is full of mistakes. A well-edited book not only keeps them engaged but also establishes you as an expert with real value to share.
Why Work With Me?
What makes my approach unique is that I use a holistic approach, blending expert editing with intuitive insight. Beyond fixing typos and awkward phrasing, I can sense when something is off via energetic shifts in the writing or in my body, whether it’s pacing, repetition, or missing elements. I work with both logic and energy to ensure your book flows seamlessly.
My goal is to bridge the gap between you and your audience so your message lands clearly and powerfully. See below for more details.
*Limited spots available*
SPECIALIZATION
I work with healers, visionaries, coaches, creatives, and entrepreneurs on nonfiction books. Because of my professional and educational background (a psychology degree, certifications in online business and marketing, training in personal development and spiritual modalities, and over 15 years experience in human resources and career coaching), I specialize in nonfiction topics such as:
- personal development
- psychology
- health
- wellness
- new-age spirituality
- memoirs
- human resources
- business
- digital marketing
- entrepreneurship
LINE & COPYEDITING
My line and copyediting services go beyond just fixing grammar and punctuation — I take a holistic approach to refining both the technical precision and the artistic flow of your manuscript. In addition to correcting spelling, grammar, sentence structure, and clarity, I also focus on style, word choice, pacing, and readability so your unique voice shines through. I’ll provide notes and feedback directly on your document, so your book reads smoothly, connects with your reader, and is ready for publishing.
This service is right for you if you have finished your manuscript and you're confident it has little to no organizational issues.
The tasks involved in line & copyediting include:
- Editing for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and usage
- Smoothing awkward, wordy, or redundant sentences for clarity and flow
- Enhancing readability through sentence variety, pacing, and word choice
- Consistency of capitalization and hyphenation
- Ensuring tone and voice remain consistent throughout the manuscript
- Checking for repetitive or missing words, ideas, or phrases
- Proper word usage and eliminating jargon when needed
- Polishing transitions between sentences and paragraphs for natural flow
- Formatting issues with font size, style, and layout
- Editing tables, figures, and lists
- Basic fact-checking, including anachronisms, names, places, and relationships
- Flagging for legal, copyright, privacy, or ethical issues (Note: I am not a lawyer, but I can highlight potential problems)
- Correcting or querying confusing information or anything that should be checked for accuracy
- American or Canadian English
- Adherence to current style manuals (Chicago Manual of Style, Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary, and more)
- Point of view inconsistencies
Includes:
- Completed style sheet, or I can follow one that is provided
- Writing feedback and comments on your document via Microsoft Track Changes
- Suggested feedback and next action steps
- Complimentary 1:1 Book Coaching Call ($333 Value)
RATES
Line & Copyediting: USD $0.03 per word
**There is a minimum USD $200 pay-in-full fee for smaller projects under 5000 words.
Rates are based on the Editorial Freelancers Association.
*Limited spots available*
PAYMENT
I require a 50% deposit upfront to hold your spot (spots fill quickly). The remainder is payable when I deliver the final project. You will receive an invoice upon completion. Payment can be made via PayPal or Stripe.
THE PROCESS
1) Pre-Edit:
You send me your manuscript as a Microsoft Word document and tell me a little about your project such as your intended audience, if this is your first book, your word count, genre, time-frame, and the goal for your book. I review what you send me, and I’ll create a time line, fee, and contract based on word count and level of editing needed. You pay half of the deposit up-front to hold your spot.
2) Edit
I complete the edit in the time frame outlined in our contract. When I’m finished, I return the edited manuscript as a Word doc with tracked changes, a Word doc with comments only, a Style Sheet, and any notes or comments. You review the edits and answer queries and pay the remaining half of the invoice.
*I use The Chicago Manual of Style and Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary.
3) Complimentary Post-Edit Book Coaching Call ($333 Value!)
Unlike most editors, I offer more than just editing. As an experienced 6x Bestselling Author and Book Doula with over 10 years of experience, working with hundreds of authors, and the founder of Dream Book Academy, you receive one complimentary book coaching call with me. This is your time to ask anything: clarify parts of your book, get guidance on publishing, or explore your launch strategy. This session is all about you!
CONTACT
Apply here if you'd like to work together!
KIND WORDS
Visit the Bookstore to see my client books here!
"I had an amazing experience working with Pia as my editor. Right away Pia created such an energy of safety around working with her that made me completely trust her with something so precious to me. I appreciated how Pia guided me to the best services she could provide me as my book was a poetry book. She acknowledged how "poetry is your own type of art" and therefore really allowed me to be myself with my book. She was there to support me when I was beginning to doubt myself. Pia caught mistakes I didn't see and helped my book reach a new level of perfection in my eyes. Pia is truly great at what she does and I would recommend her to anyone who is looking for an editor."
Julia Rzadkowska, Author of I Saw You In the Sunset
"I am very happy that I was referred to Pia to edit my manuscript. As a first time author, I had a lot of questions and had no idea what I was doing. Pia was helpful, patient and pleasant to work with making the editing process fun. I learned a lot! Pia gives easy to understand feedback with a quick turnaround time. All in all it was great experience to work with Pia. I highly recommend her and am happy she is on the journey with me to get my book published."
Melissa Giomi, Author of Divine Encounters…, Divine Whispers..., & Divine Appointments...
“Finding Pia was fate, and I am so happy that I did. She is kind-hearted and a breath of fresh air when it comes to the editing process. I am lucky to have found Pia my first time around because I have now found an editor for life. I highly recommend her work and the ongoing support she shows her clients. She makes it super easy and encouraging to take on advise and picks up on the small things that make all the difference in the world. She not only helped my book but she also helped me as a writer.”
Tori Joy | Author of The Pep Talk
www.torijoy.org
"I highly recommend Pia's services! My company hired her for a copyediting job. Her work was flawless, she was a joy to work with, and talk about fast! We will be contracting her again and again. I just hope she doesn't get completely booked up!"
Kitty Turner | Founder & CEO, Daily House Publishing
www.dailyhouse.media
"Pia Edberg was the perfect Book Coach + Editor to guide me on my first book! The quotation of services through to the editing process was clear and seamless. Pia has a keen eye and the gift of simplifying thoughts and words to convey to the reader. I am grateful for her valuable editing skills and professionalism, and I highly recommend her services whether you are a new author or seasoned writer!"
Selena Drake; Author of Journey of an Accidental Artist
selenadrakeart.com
"Most of us would cringe at the sight of red ink on our painstakingly crafted work, but Pia’s approach to editing is to be kind and supportive of your success. She has an eagle eye for tiny mistakes that others would miss. She is a needle in a haystack herself. Anyone who creates written works of any kind should hire Pia to be your editor. You will be happy you did."
Rachel Spiewak | Mindset Coach at Rachael Spiewak Coaching
*Limited spots available*