A mid-stage stylistic edit that looks at the logical flow of sentences and paragraphs, verifies that conclusions are soundly reached, suggests ways to strengthen weak areas or recast sentences so that the meaning is clear, reviews that the right amount of information is included, finds the appropriate tone and vocabulary for the audience, and enhances the rhythm and pulse of the writing.

 

Stage of writing: After the manuscript has been through several drafts and the big pieces are in place, but the work needs help with transitions, style, clarity, and flow.

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The work here often involves:

• Helping the writer's voice to shine

• Developing language that is clear, fluid, and engaging

• Suggesting vocabulary that is appropriate for the subject and audience

• Moving sentences or paragraphs around to clarify meaning

• Flagging or fixing wordy, ambiguous, or confusing passages

• Smoothing transitions

• Removing overused, extraneous, and redundant words and sentences