Editing Invoice Template
An editing invoice template for copyediting and proofreading, priced per word, per page or per hour, with the manuscript and level of edit named. Example amounts are illustrative — replace them with your own.
Also used as a proofreading invoice, copy editing invoice, editor invoice.
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Invoice
| Invoice # | INV-001 |
| Issued | Oct 8, 2026 |
| Due | Oct 22, 2026 |
Billed to
| Description | Qty | Rate | Amount |
|---|
| Subtotal | $0.00 |
| Tax (0%) | $0.00 |
| Total due | $0.00 |
Notes
Payment due within 14 days. Thank you for your business!
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When to use this template
Use it for books, theses, reports and web content.
Fields to include
- Your business name, address and contact details
- Invoice number, issue date and due date
- Document title and word count
- Level of edit: developmental, copyedit or proofread
- Number of passes
Sample editing invoice: what the lines look like
- Copyedit: novel manuscript (words)82,000 × $0.02 = $1,476.00
- Second pass after author revisions (hours)6 × $45.00 = $270.00
- Style sheet1 × $60.00 = $60.00
- Example total before tax$1,806.00
Practical tips
- Name the level of edit; it sets expectations.
- Take a deposit for book-length work.
- State the count the price was based on.
Frequently asked questions
How is editing priced?
Per word or per thousand words for most book work; per hour for heavy or uncertain jobs; per page for academic work.
What is the difference between copyediting and proofreading?
Copyediting fixes grammar, consistency and clarity in the manuscript. Proofreading is the last check of the laid-out pages for errors.
Is this editing invoice template free?
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