- PhD-Qualified Academic Editor
Academic Editing & Proofreading Services
Nine specialist editorial services for researchers, PhD students, academics and authors worldwide — delivered by Dr. Sarah Meehan O’Callaghan, PhD-qualified editor based in Dublin, Ireland.
Proofreading
€15–21 per 1,000 words
Copyediting
€22–30 per 1,000 words
Developmental
€25–35 per 1,000 words
Indexing
€18–30 per 1,000 words
All Others
Custom quote — 24hrs
01
Proofreading
Proofreading is the final stage of the editorial process — a thorough, detailed review of your manuscript for errors in spelling, grammar, punctuation, syntax and consistency. It is carried out after copyediting or self-editing is complete, ensuring your document is clean, accurate and ready for submission or publication.
Whether you are submitting a PhD thesis, a peer-reviewed journal article, or a non-fiction book to a publisher, professional proofreading ensures your work reaches its audience exactly as intended — without distracting errors that undermine your credibility.
Ideal for
PhD students, postgraduate researchers, academics, non-native English writers, journal article authors, and anyone preparing a final manuscript for submission or publication.
Proofreading Services
Final-stage error correction for theses, dissertations, journal articles and manuscripts — before submission or publication.
Copyediting Services
Line-level editing for academic manuscripts, research papers and non-fiction books — preserving your voice throughout.
02
Copyediting
Copyediting goes deeper than proofreading — it addresses language accuracy, clarity, flow, style and consistency at the line level. It is the ideal service when your manuscript needs more than error correction: when sentences need restructuring, terminology needs standardising, or the writing needs to be sharpened for an academic or general readership.
For ESL researchers and authors writing in English as a second language, copyediting is especially valuable — ensuring your arguments are communicated with the precision and fluency that international publishers and peer reviewers expect.
Ideal for
Researchers, academics, ESL authors, non-fiction writers, journal article authors and anyone whose manuscript needs language clarity and stylistic polish before submission.
03
Developmental & Structural Editing
Developmental editing — also called structural editing — addresses the big picture of your manuscript: argument, structure, chapter organisation, logical flow, narrative coherence and overall readability. It is the most in-depth editorial service and is typically carried out before copyediting or proofreading.
For non-fiction authors preparing a book for submission to a publisher, or for researchers whose work spans complex theoretical territory, developmental editing provides the strategic feedback needed to transform a strong draft into a compelling, publishable manuscript.
Ideal for
Non-fiction authors, academic book authors, researchers with complex manuscripts, and writers preparing a book proposal or full manuscript for submission to a publisher.
Developmental Editing
Big-picture structural editing for non-fiction books and academic manuscripts — from argument to chapter flow.
Enhance Your Academic Writing
Personalised editorial guidance that improves both your manuscript and your writing skills — ideal for postgraduate students and ESL researchers.
04
Enhance Your Writing
This service is designed for writers who want to improve not just one manuscript, but their writing overall. Going beyond standard editing, it combines light editorial work with personalised guidance on academic style, argumentation, clarity and register — helping you become a stronger, more confident writer.
Particularly valuable for postgraduate students, early-career researchers, and ESL academics who want to develop their writing skills alongside preparing a specific document, this service provides both immediate improvements and longer-term tools for better writing.
Ideal for
Postgraduate students, early-career researchers, ESL academics, and anyone who wants editorial feedback that helps them grow as a writer, not just improve one document.
05
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 — 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 free 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 Book Editing
Comprehensive manuscript editing for book-length projects — academic, literary non-fiction, memoir and specialist texts.
Professional Book Indexing
Back-of-book indexing for academic texts and non-fiction — compliant with major publisher standards.
06
Indexing
A professional back-of-book index is an essential component of academic and specialist non-fiction texts — and a frequent requirement of academic publishers. Indexing involves creating a detailed, accurate and navigable index of key terms, names, concepts and themes from your manuscript, compliant with publisher and style guide requirements.
Dr. Sarah’s indexing service covers academic books, edited volumes, monographs and specialist non-fiction — drawing on deep subject expertise to produce an index that genuinely aids reader navigation and meets professional publishing standards.
Ideal for
Academic authors, editors of scholarly volumes, non-fiction authors and anyone whose publisher requires a professional index as part of the final manuscript delivery.
07
Reference List Management
Incorrect or inconsistent citations are one of the most common reasons academic manuscripts are returned by publishers or reviewers. Reference list management involves a thorough audit of your entire bibliography and in-text citations — checking accuracy, completeness and compliance with the required style guide (APA, Chicago, MLA, Harvard, Vancouver and others).
This service is available as a standalone addition to any editing package, or as part of a full manuscript edit. Particularly valuable for ESL researchers navigating unfamiliar citation conventions, and for complex multi-source manuscript.
Ideal for
PhD students, researchers, journal article authors and academics working with extensive bibliographies or complex citation requirements across multiple style guides.
Reference List & Citation Editing
Complete citation auditing in APA, Chicago, MLA, Harvard and more — error-free references for every submission.
Editorial Support for All Documents
Editing and proofreading for grant applications, conference papers, book proposals, reports and more.
08
Support for All Documents
Academic and professional writing takes many forms beyond the standard thesis or journal article. This service covers the full range of documents that researchers, academics and professionals produce — from grant applications and conference papers to institutional reports, book proposals, funding bids and postgraduate assignments.
Whatever your document type, Vision Editing provides the same standard of editorial care — clear pricing, transparent scope and a commitment to improving your writing without overriding your voice.
Ideal for
Researchers, academics, postgraduate students and institutions requiring editorial support across a wide range of document types beyond standard manuscripts.
09
Your Manuscript Deserves Attention
Every manuscript — whether a doctoral thesis, an academic monograph, or a specialist non-fiction book — deserves careful, considered editorial attention from start to finish. This service is Vision Editing’s most comprehensive offering: a full manuscript edit that combines structural assessment, copyediting and proofreading into one complete, end-to-end editorial process.
Designed for authors who want a thorough, holistic approach to editing — where every aspect of the manuscript is assessed, from the coherence of the argument to the accuracy of every sentence — this service ensures your manuscript is as strong as it can be before it reaches a publisher, peer reviewer, or examination committee.
Ideal for
Authors seeking a complete, end-to-end editorial service for a full-length manuscript — PhD thesis, academic monograph, or non-fiction book — ahead of submission or publication.
Full Manuscript Editing Service
End-to-end editorial care combining developmental editing, copyediting and proofreading for complete manuscripts.
Transparent Pricing. No Hidden Costs.
All fees are calculated per 1,000 words and reflect the level of editorial intervention required, the complexity of the material, and the time involved. Complex, highly technical or theory-heavy material is charged at the upper end of the ranges shown.
Send a sample of your manuscript for a more accurate and personalised quotation. All quotes are provided free of charge with no obligation to proceed.
- Scope confirmed in advance — you always know exactly what work will be carried out before it begins
- No hidden costs — the quoted rate is the final rate, with no surprises on delivery
- No obligation to proceed — initial discussions and sample reads are always free
- Service changes discussed first — if a different level of editing is recommended, this is agreed before any changes are made
Not Sure Which Service You Need?
Send a sample of your manuscript and Dr. Sarah will advise on the most appropriate service for your document, goals and timeline — free of charge.
No commitment required · Response within 24 hours · Serving clients worldwide