Poetry Editing Services
Thoughtful, professional editing tailored specifically for poets and their collections.
At Jack Wild Publishing, we know that poetry is personal — and editing it requires a delicate touch. That’s why we offer three tiers of editing to meet you where you are in your writing journey, from a final proofread to a deep developmental review of your manuscript’s voice, structure, and cohesion.
Our Editing Services
Proofreading
Final polish for grammar, punctuation, and typos.
We’ll review your manuscript for typos, punctuation errors, missing words, grammar issues, and basic formatting mistakes. We do not rewrite lines, but we’ll ensure your work is clean, professional, and ready for publication.
Perfect for:
Nearly final manuscripts
Authors confident in content but needing a fresh set of eyes
📌 This is the lightest level of editing.
Line Editing
Line-by-line refinement for clarity, flow, and word choice.
This edit goes beyond proofreading. We examine your poems line by line, focusing on clarity, rhythm, syntax, repetition, and stylistic consistency. We preserve your voice while tightening your language and enhancing the natural flow of your lines.
Includes:
In-line edits (using tracked changes in Word)
Margin comments with suggestions for smoother rhythm, better word choice, and clarity
Perfect for:
Poets seeking feedback on line-level craft
Authors refining a manuscript for submission or publication
📌 This includes minor rewording and margin comments with suggestions.
Developmental Editing
Big-picture feedback on structure, cohesion, voice, and themes.
This service offers in-depth guidance on your entire manuscript. We focus on your collection’s structure, poem order, consistency of voice and tone, thematic clarity, and emotional arc. You’ll receive both margin comments and a comprehensive editorial letter with revision suggestions.
Includes:
Annotated manuscript with comments
Editorial letter with 2–4 pages of overall feedback
Perfect for:
Poets in earlier stages of revision
Authors looking to shape or restructure a collection for publication
Editing Price List
Why We Use Flat Rates (Instead of Per-Word Pricing)
For our poetry collections, we use flat rates based on the number of poems in your manuscript.
This structure helps you:
✅ Know what to expect up front
✅ Avoid surprise fees
✅ Budget with confidence
Turnaround Times
30–50 poems: 1–2 weeks
100+ poems: 2–3 weeks
Rush service (3–5 business days): +$50
Payment Terms
50% due at booking
50% due upon delivery
Monthly or weekly payment plans available
Payment Plan Details
At Jack Wild Publishing, we understand that every author’s financial situation is different. That’s why we offer weekly and monthly payment plans for most services over $150 — so you can move forward with your book at your own pace.
🔹 Standard Terms
Final files are delivered after the last payment is received, unless a custom agreement is made in advance
Payment plans are available via invoice with card
Invoices will include due dates for each installment
If a payment is missed, work may be paused until the account is current
Payment plans are not available for rush services - those must be paid in full at booking.
You may pay off your remaining balance early at any time.
🔸 Payment Plan Options
Under $150: Full payment required at booking
$150–$300: 2–3 weekly payments
$300–$600: 4 weekly or 2 monthly payments
$600+: Custom plans available (up to 3 monthly payments)
👉 We’ll confirm your plan in your welcome email after receiving your intake form or service request.
If you have any questions about choosing a plan, don’t hesitate to reach out - we’re happy to work with you!
Let’s get started
Once submitted, you’ll receive a confirmation email within 24–48 hours with your invoice, start date, and next steps.