Need help shaping your book? We analyze structure, pacing, and content to enhance clarity, coherence, and engagement.
Line Editing & Copy Editing
Your Ballast editor will refine sentence structure, improve readability, and enhance tone and style while maintaining your unique voice.
proofreading
This is a final polish before publishing. We catch typos, grammar mistakes, and formatting errors to ensure a flawless manuscript.
Author Coaching
Struggling to get your ideas on paper? Our coaches work with you to develop your story, organize your thoughts, and keep you accountable. Ask us about our Six-Month Manuscript program.
Development Process
1
Consultation & Review
We assess your work and recommend the best editing path.
2
Editing & Collaboration
Our team refines your manuscript, providing feedback and improvements.
3
Revisions & Feedback
You review our edits, make changes, and collaborate with our team.
4
Polishing & Publishing Prep
A completed manuscript, ready for the next stage of publishing.
More Than a Publisher, a Brand Builder
Ballast Books is disrupting the publishing industry.