Editorial Services
Whether you're writing an article on modern media, crafting a corporate communications policy, or finally finishing that manuscript on ancient history, a keen editorial eye will elevate your story to the next level. Polish, perfect, and publish your best work today. See the Editorial Gallery of past projects to gain an idea of my subject expertise.
Subject Specialties
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Academic Texts (Humanities)
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Art & Architecture
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Corporate & Nonprofit Communications
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Creative Nonfiction
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Museum Publications (exhibition catalogs, collections policies, grants, etc.)
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Religious Studies
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Select Fiction - please inquire
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World History
Developmental Editing
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Developmental editing dives into the areas of opportunity outlined in a manuscript evaluation. It is a true collaboration between author and editor and seeks to optimize the structure and narrative of your story from beginning to end.
Proofreading
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Proofreading is the final stage of your edit, ensuring that every Oxford comma, period, and em dash are in their proper places. Also offered for citation lists and bibliographies.
Manuscript/Article Evaluation
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A manuscript evaluation gives you big-picture feedback on your project. Whether an article, journal submission, or full-length book, an evaluation letter will outline the strengths and areas of opportunities of your argument, structure, and supporting details. Length is dependent on publication type - longer works submit 2-3 chapters only.
Copy & Line Editing
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Once your argument and narrative are tightly constructed, copy and line editing will drill down into sentence structure, grammar, and syntax to make your unique voice leap from the page.
Service Rates
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Rates depend on project type and category of editorial work, but align with the EFA's 2024 Rate Chart. As a reference, an average academic editing rate is $45 per hour. Discount available for students in higher-ed programs. Please contact The Story Architect for a personalized quote.
Testimonials
Annabeth Headrick, Associate Professor of Art History
"I cannot say enough positive things about Ashley Mingus. Her work ethic is superb and she has a keen intellect. She is an intense researcher...and amazingly good writer. Her writing expertise has been phenomenal in explaining [DU ART's] mission and reaching our members."
