The Page Mage - Book Editing

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Introduction: Customers seeking a highly professional edit at a reasonable price are encouraged to inquire. For years, my Thumbtack clients have seen their books find success with publishing houses and self-publishing. The Page Mage guarantees an error-free, shelf-ready manuscript with solid structure and deft mechanics.

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Hired 63 times

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9 years in business

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Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.

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Billy F.

Jan 5, 2023

Hired on Thumbtack

Chris did an amazing job. This endeavor is my first into the world of book writing, editing, and publication. Chris made the editing part a breeze. He was punctual, informative, and professional throughout the whole experience. His feedback helped gear and drive my story and characters down a better path. I'll be using him again. Definitely!!! Thanks, CHRIS.

Details: Editing • Copyediting • Fiction manuscripts • 50,000 - 100,000 words • A single project • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)

The Page Mage - Book Editing's reply

Thank you, Billy! It was a pleasure to edit your gripping novel. I look forward to its arrival in stores and online!

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Alan S.

Dec 9, 2016

Hired on Thumbtack

Chris O’Toole took on the Sisyphean task of: 1) proofreading; 2) providing a general critique: and 3) giving insight on whether and how to move forward on my draft play and associated essay. Mr. O’Toole use the yellow highlighter feature in Word to show his proofreading suggestions. I am still finding grammatical and word choice errors. This may well be because—due to my limited eye-sight— I didn’t see all his yellow highlights in making my corrections. He provided a general, dip-lomatic, thoughtful critique of the play’s subject matter; use of metaphors, poetry, and language; and connection with a reader or an audience. In making and evaluating my decision to hire an editor in general and Mr. O’Toole specifically, I looked at five factors: 1) experience and expertise; 2) cost; 3) turn-around time; 4) interactions; and 5) quality of work. Regarding the first, while I do not know Mr. Toole’s experience with plays, his website clearly indicates significant experience in editing other forms of professional writing. I believe the quality of editors’ websites and offers of services is a good indicator of their knowledge of and skill in teaching clients like me how to connect with their readers and audiences. Regarding cost, other editors I consulted charged on an hourly or a per page basis while Mr. Toole, in this first editing interaction, offered a very reasonable flat fee. There are pluses and minuses with each ap-proach. A flat fee was best for me for the initial editing of a draft play. The third factor is crucial for most authors working on deadlines. Mr. O’Toole sent me his edits and critique within two weeks. A second editor I contacted told me she could not get to my draft until January. Fourth, ed-iting is a collaborative enterprise: an editor needs to know the writer’s audience, intent, focus, and voice to help that author create his or her best work. Mr. O’Toole gave me feedback and questions on the writing sample I originally sent him. He sent me a follow-up email—with a targeted ques-tion--while editing my manuscript. Overall, I am happy with the initial editing efforts Mr. O’Toole gave me: professional; cost-effective; timely; and interactive. I am still rolling around the four page, shiny, rock critique he also gave me: gold or dross; foundational, aspirational, or weighing down: moving the draft higher or back into an inky sea? Whatever it ultimately is, he initiated a thought provoking internal and external conversation for/with a novice playwright just as my response here illustrates the meta-phorical challenges Mr. O’Toole confronted in critiquing and advising me on my writing.

The Page Mage - Book Editing's reply

Alan, I am quite touched by the thorough review of your experience. I hope to see your story on-stage very soon!

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Burt T.

Mar 15, 2023

Hired on Thumbtack

This man is a magician as well as an editor. Yesterday, I read my work from beginning to end, smiling all the way. My gratitude to Chris is beyond words. He's exactly what the doctor ordered. I'm ready to find the perfect agent. Thanks a million, Chris!

Details: Editing • Non-fiction manuscripts • 30,000 - 50,000 words • A single project • Remotely (phone or internet)

The Page Mage - Book Editing's reply

Thank you, Burt! It was truly a pleasure to be part of your story. I look forward to many others sharing in the experience!

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Michelle W.

Jul 2, 2019

Hired on Thumbtack

It was a joy to work with Chris! As a first time author, I was nervous about the editing process. He made it simple. I knew what to expect and he gave a clear and thoughtful analysis of my story. I will be using his services again.

Details: Editing • Copyediting • Proofreading • Fiction manuscripts • 30,000 - 50,000 words • A single project • Remotely (phone or internet)

The Page Mage - Book Editing's reply

Thank you, Michelle! You will surely have many satisfied readers with your series!

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Neal C.

Jun 28, 2019

Hired on Thumbtack

Chris was very cool to work with. He gave a solid and through review/edit of my novel while keeping the writing style the way I wanted. He was always fast to respond and would take the time to text and talk on the phone. My experience couldn't have been better. He also provided me with four pages of feedback that were solid.

Details: Editing • Proofreading • Fiction manuscripts • 50,000 - 100,000 words • A single project • At the pro’s location

The Page Mage - Book Editing's reply

Thank you, Neal! It's a pleasure working with you!

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I base my prices on a per-page rate. I charge $2 per page, at 280 words per page.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I want to make sure all questions are answered right from the beginning. We can do this through email, text, or phone call depending which will be the most convenient for my clients. I send a contract for your records once we are aligned with goals and then will begin working on the novel.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
BA English, MFA Writing. 7+ years of professional writing for companies such as CBS and Livestrong.

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