THE NOIR
PENCIL
PENCIL
TNP
Chicago · Est. 2016
Your writing,
exactly as you meant it.
Say exactly what you mean. We will handle the rest.
Chicago · Est. 2016
Say exactly what you mean. We will handle the rest.
Years of editorial experience
No outsourcing. No handoffs.
Students, professionals, ESL writers, and everyone in between.
Every document. Personal.
Send your document and tell us a little about what it is for. Word count, deadline, what matters most to you. That is all we need to get started.
We read every word. Every change is tracked and explained so you can see exactly what was adjusted and why. No guesswork. No surprises.
Your document comes back clearer, stronger, and still sounding like you. That last part is the one we care about most.
Proofreading
Final-pass proofreading. Grammar, spelling, punctuation, and formatting reviewed so your writing is clean and ready.
Starting at $0.02 per word. Minimum $150.
Learn MoreLine and Copy Editing
Everything in Polish plus sentence flow, word choice, clarity, and tone. Your message, landing the way you intended.
Up to 3,000 words: $350. Over 15,000 words: custom quote.
Learn MoreDevelopmental Editing
Big-picture feedback on structure, organization, argument, and pacing. Begins with an intake conversation.
Starting at $2,000. Custom quote.
Learn MoreThis is what careful editing looks like in practice.
"The reason why I decided to write this essay is because I wanted to share my experience with others and I think it is important for people to understand what I went through and how it affected me."
"I wrote this essay to share my experience. What I went through changed how I see things, and I think it matters for others to hear it."
The idea was already there. The editing just made room for it.
"She was thorough, thoughtful, and delivered on time. Every tracked change came with a note explaining the reasoning. It felt personal, not automated."Candice Askew · Writer and Artist
Download our free guide, Which Edit Do You Need? It walks you through proofreading, line editing, and developmental editing so you can find the right fit for your document before you spend a dollar.
Practical, clear, and built for every writer.
The Noir Pencil has been a professional editing service since 2016. Founded and operated by one editor. That is not a limitation. That is the promise.
Every document is handled personally. Every edit comes with care. Every client leaves knowing exactly what changed and why.
Our PhilosophySend your document and let us get to work.
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