Substantive editing and rewriting
Heavy-duty editing in tandem with you — establishing the paper’s objective and audience, removing ambiguity and restructuring for clear, consistent writing.
What’s included
Substantive editing is the right choice when a manuscript has been rejected for language, or when the argument and structure need work as well as the English. Our substantive editors revise, rephrase and restructure where needed, resolve ambiguity, and ensure readability meets publication standards — then the final copy is meticulously proofread. Try it on one page with our US$5 sample.
- Extensive language and scientific editing of structure and content
- Consistency in English forms, spelling and syntax
- Clarity of thought, flow and conciseness
- Revision, rephrasing and refining
- Resolution of content ambiguity
- Readability to publication standards
- Word-by-word check keeping your paragraph breaks
- Meticulous proofreading of the final copy
Starting price per 250 words · Standard & Express turnaround · Minimum charge US$14.50
Substantive Editing: frequently asked questions
What is substantive editing?
Substantive editing is in-depth editing of structure, argument, clarity and flow as well as language. Editors may reorganise paragraphs, rephrase unclear passages and resolve ambiguity.
Is substantive editing right for a rejected paper?
Yes. If reviewers criticised the English or the clarity of your manuscript, substantive editing addresses both before you resubmit.
Can I try it first?
Yes — order a one-page (300-word) substantive editing sample for US$5.