Introduction
High-quality editing and proofreading are essential for a professional, market-ready book. At The World Publishing Company, our step-by-step editing & proofreading process ensures that your manuscript is clear, consistent, and engaging. Our services cover developmental editing, structural editing, copyediting, line editing, and final proofreading, catering to both fiction and non-fiction authors.
Submit your manuscript for editing here or call us for a custom editing plan and quote within 48–72 hours.
Our 25-Step Book Marketing Process
Initial Manuscript Assessment & Consultation
- Assess manuscript structure, length, and visuals (images/charts)
- Determine formats: eBook (EPUB/MOBI), paperback, hardcover, or flipbook
- Discuss genre-specific formatting, design preferences, trim sizes
- Set project timeline, milestones, and deliverables
Project Manager Assignment & Onboarding
- Assign a dedicated Project Manager
- Schedule kickoff call to align expectations
- Share NDA and SLA for confidentiality
- Coordinate between formatting, design & editorial teams
Manuscript Preparation
- Organize chapters, headings, and references
- Standardize fonts, paragraph alignment, and spacing
- Prepare images, charts, and tables for layout
- Ensure manuscript is ready for advanced typesetting
Professional Typesetting & Layout Design
- Use industry-standard typesetting for readability
- Customize layout per genre (fiction, non-fiction, cookbooks, etc.)
- Define typography hierarchy: fonts, margins, spacing
- Integrate images, charts, and apply bleed/gutter settings
Digital eBook Optimization
- Convert manuscripts to EPUB, MOBI, Kindle, and iBooks
- Optimize layouts for devices: tablets, eReaders, smartphones
- Embed fonts, hyperlinks, metadata, and interactive elements
- Ensure compliance with publishing platform standards
Proofing & Quality Assurance
- Conduct multi-stage quality checks for consistency
- Review text elements, image placement, and tables
- Test eBook layouts on multiple devices
- Finalize print-ready PDFs and image resolutions
Revision & Author Feedback
- Share drafts for author feedback
- Allow unlimited revisions within scope
- Make adjustments in layout, fonts, or images
- Ensure author satisfaction before finalization
Final Delivery
- Deliver final print-ready and digital-ready files (PDF, EPUB, MOBI)
- Provide files for eBook & print-on-demand distribution
- Include layout specs, images, and formatting docs
- Prepare manuscript for self-publishing & global release
Handoff to Publishing Team
- Integrate formatted manuscript into workflows
- Configure metadata, keywords, and categories
- Prepare for submission to Amazon KDP, Apple Books, Kobo, etc.
Why Choose Our Editing & Proofreading Services
- Professional editors with genre expertise
- Professional editors with genre expertise
- Step-by-step editing workflow for clarity, accuracy, and engagement
- Developmental editing, copyediting, line editing, and proofreading
- Fact-checked, polished, and publication-ready manuscripts
- Optional enhancements for style and tone consistency
- Seamless handoff for publishing or marketing
Ready to polish your manuscript with professional editing and proofreading services? Submit your project here or call us for a custom editing plan and quote within 48–72 hours.
Schedule an appointment with our book writers and start writing your first draft.