The Editing Podcast

What is a sample edit?


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In this episode of The Editing Podcast, Denise and Louise discuss sample edits – what they are, how they can help, and who they’re useful for.

Listen to find out more about:

  • Asking for multiple sample edits of the same material
  • What to expect from sample line/copyedits versus proofreads
  • Best versus best fit
  • Pricing: are they free?
  • Samples and scheduling
  • Samples and filtering for ‘Frankenedits’
  • Obligations and safe spaces


Editing bites
  • Directory of Editorial Services: Society for Editors and Proofreaders (SfEP)
  • FutureLearn writing courses (free): Start Writing Fiction (OU), An Introduction to Screenwriting (UEA), Introduction to Forensic Science (University of Strathclyde; crime writers will find this useful)

Plus:

'Is Hiring a Developmental Editor Cheating?' by Molly McCowan

Episode transcripts

You can access transcripts of this episode via Denise and Louise's websites:

  • Denise Cowle
  • Louise Harnby


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Denise and Louise
  • Denise Cowle Editorial Services (non-fiction)
  • Louise Harnby | Proofreader & Copyeditor (fiction)

Music credit

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