- Fiction & Non-Fiction Editing Ireland
Book Editing for Fiction & Non-Fiction Manuscripts
Comprehensive editing for book-length manuscripts, from memoir and literary non-fiction to specialist academic books โ by Dr. Sarah Meehan O’Callaghan, PhD-qualified editor based in Dublin, Ireland. Serving authors across Ireland and worldwide.
Serving authors across Ireland, Europe & worldwide ยท Book-length manuscripts
Narrative & structural care
plot, pacing & coherence
Reedsy Verified
Your voice preserved throughout
Book-length experience
memoir, non-fiction & academic titles
Free sample read
before any commitment
Understanding the Service
What Is Fiction & Non-Fiction Editing?
From literary non-fiction and memoir to specialist academic books, Vision Editing offers comprehensive editing for book-length manuscripts across fiction and non-fiction genres. Dr. Sarah brings both editorial expertise and deep reading experience to every project, understanding that a book demands more than technical accuracy โ it demands narrative coherence, tonal consistency and reader engagement.
Non-fiction editing may combine elements of developmental, structural and copyediting work, depending on the stage of your manuscript. All book projects begin with a sample read and a free, no-obligation quote.
Ideal for
Non-fiction authors, memoir writers, academic book authors, and anyone preparing a book-length manuscript for submission to an agent, publisher or self-publication.
Fiction & Non-Fiction Editing
“A book demands more than technical accuracy โ it demands narrative coherence, tonal consistency and reader engagement.”
What's Included
Everything Covered in Every Book Editing Project
Plot, Pacing & Structure
Detailed attention to plot logic, pacing and chapter structure for fiction and narrative non-fiction alike.
Character & Voice
Character development, point of view and tonal consistency, refined while preserving your storytelling voice.
Accuracy & Consistency
Fact-checking support, terminology and timeline consistency for non-fiction and memoir manuscripts.
Structural & Line Editing
A blended approach โ combining developmental, structural and line-level editing depending on your manuscript's stage.
Style & Register
Prose sharpened for clarity and impact, matched to the register your genre and readership expect.
Publisher-Ready Formatting
Manuscript formatted and polished to the standard expected by agents, publishers and self-publishing platforms.
Who It's For
Editing for Authors, Memoirists & Book-Length Manuscripts
Academic Book Authors
Monographs and specialist non-fiction prepared for academic publishers.
Self-Publishing Authors
Independent authors preparing a polished, publication-ready manuscript.
Memoir Writers
Personal narrative shaped for structure, pacing and emotional resonance.
Non-Fiction Authors
Book-length non-fiction ready for agents, publishers or self-publication.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is this different from developmental editing?
This service is specifically for book-length fiction and non-fiction projects, and often blends developmental, structural and copyediting work in a single process, depending on where your manuscript is in its journey. Developmental editing is one component of a full book edit, not a separate standalone track.
Do you edit genre fiction as well as literary work?
Yes โ from literary and historical fiction to narrative non-fiction and memoir. Send a sample chapter and Dr. Sarah will confirm the manuscript is a good fit before any quote is given.
I'm self-publishing โ is this service still for me?
Absolutely. Many clients are independent authors preparing manuscripts for self-publication. The same editorial standard applies, bringing your book to the polish readers expect from traditionally published work.
How is pricing calculated for a full book manuscript?
Because book projects vary widely in length, genre and required editorial depth, pricing is confirmed after a free sample read of your manuscript. You'll receive a clear, no-obligation quote within 24 hours.
You May Also Need
Developmental Editing
Big-picture structural feedback on argument and flow
โฌ25โ35 per 1,000 words
๐Copyediting
Line-level editing for clarity, flow and language accuracy
โฌ22โ30 per 1,000 words
๐Indexing
Professional back-of-book indexing for academic texts
โฌ18โ30 per 1,000 words
๐Full Manuscript Editing
End-to-end editing combining structure, copyediting & proofreading
Custom quote
Ready to Strengthen Your Manuscript?
Send a sample and receive a free, personalised copyediting quote within 24 hours. No commitment. Worldwide clients welcome.
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Request a Quote
Fees are calculated per 1,000 words and reflect the level of editorial intervention required, the complexity of the material, and the time involved. Please send me a sample for a more accurate quotation.
General Non-Fiction Editing from 25-40 euros.
Medical/Technical editing 30 euros minimum per 1,000 words
Complex, highly technical, or theory-heavy material is usually charged at the upper end of these ranges.
Transparent pricing. All rates are fully transparent.
I will always confirm the scope of work in advance, explain what level of editing is appropriate for your manuscript, and provide a clear quotation before any work begins.
There are no hidden costs, and no obligation to proceed after an initial discussion. If a manuscript would benefit from a different level of editorial input than originally requested, this will be discussed before any changes are made