If you are not ready to publish your book, that’s perfectly okay. You can have your manuscript edited to refine your message before taking the next step. We would love to transform your manuscript into a masterpiece that positively impacts others. We offer Christian book editing services in Kenya to authors who want to refine their manuscripts and share their God-given messages with clarity.
Whether you need light editing, full editing, or in-depth manuscript development, we offer different levels of support to meet you where you are on your writing journey. From improving grammar and readability to strengthening your message and structure, our goal is to help you produce a manuscript that connects with your readers.
At WordPower Publishing Kenya, we like to keep it simple, and that is why we offer editing services in three levels: Light Editing, Standard Editing, and Comprehensive Editing. This simple structure makes it easy for you to choose the level of editing that best suits your manuscript.
Editing involves more than just correcting grammar. It includes improving clarity, consistency, structure, and the overall message of your book. To help you understand what is involved, we have outlined key editing areas.
- 1. Grammar, spelling, and punctuation
Sentence structure, subject-verb agreement, consistent tense, correcting spelling errors, proper use of punctuation (commas, full stops, quotation marks)
- 2. Clarity and readability
Ensure natural flow of ideas, clear and easy sentences, replace unclear wording
- 3. Consistency
Consistent tone and voice throughout the book, consistent use of terms and phrases, uniform formatting (headings, spacing, font styles)
- 4. Structure and organization
Logical flow of chapters, clear introduction, body, and conclusion, proper transition between paragraphs and chapters, no misplaced content
- 5. Content and message
Clear and consistent message, alignment with the book’s purpose, Scripture use, strong takeaways for the reader
- 6. Repetition and redundancy
Remove repeated content, ensure each section adds value
- 7. one and Voice
Appropriate tone for the target audience, consistent writing style, natural and engaging voice, checking for overly complex or casual language (unless intentional)
- 8. Scripture and references
Correct Bible verse references, accurate wording (based on quoted Bible version), consistent formatting of Scriptures, proper integration into text
- 9. Formatting and presentation
Consistent headings and subheadings, proper spacing, clean paragraph structure, correct formatting errors (extra spaces)
- 10. Final quality check
Checking for missing words or sentences, duplicated words or paragraphs, ensuring a smooth reading experience, final polish
Below is a comparison table showing how each editing level addresses these areas, making it easier for you to choose the level of support that best suits your manuscript.
| Light Editing | Standard Editing | Comprehensive Editing | |
| Grammar, spelling, punctuation | Fix obvious mistakes only | Fix all mistakes | Fix all mistakes |
| Clarity and readability | A few suggestions | Rewriting unclear sentences | Rewriting unclear sentences and explain why |
| Consistency (names, terms, style) | Problems noted | All inconsistencies fixed | Fix inconsistencies and suggest improvements |
| Structure and organization | General comments only | Minor tweaks if needed | Reorganized as needed |
| Message and content | Brief suggestions | Some guidance on weak spots | Deep feedback on your core message |
| Repetition and redundancy | Only obvious repeats fixed | All repeats fixed | Repeats fixed + explanation of what to watch for |
| Tone and Voice | General feedback | Adjusted for consistency | Refined with specific guidance |
| Scripture and references | Spot-check only | Fully corrected and verified | Verified + recommendations on usage |
| Formatting and presentation | Basic check | Standardized | Standardized + notes on improvement |
| Final quality check | A cleaner manuscript | A publish-ready book | A publish-ready book + a separate report with the big-picture recommendations before editing begins (to help you strengthen the structure and message first) |
| Price | Ksh. 0.4/word | Ksh. 0.7/word | Ksh. 1-1.5/word |
Pricing is based on your manuscript’s word count. For example, for a 50,000-word manuscript, the estimated rates are:
- Light Editing (Ksh. 0.4/word): 50,000-word book – Ksh. 20,000
- Standard Editing (Ksh. 0.7/word): 50,000-word book – Ksh. 35,000
- Comprehensive Editing (Ksh. 1-1.5/word): 50,000-word book – Ksh. 50,000 – Ksh. 75,000
The time it takes to edit a book depends on its size. You will receive a timeline before editing begins.
Not sure which editing level you need? Complete the Editing Recommendation Form using the link below, and we will guide you.
Prefer to reach out directly? Email us at hello@wordpowerpublishing.co.ke or use the Contact form