Two paths. One preparation.
Whether you're returning to the same journal or pivoting to a new one, the preparation pipeline is designed to get your revised manuscript submission-ready.
Resubmission to the Same Journal
Going back to the journal that reviewed your paper. We ensure the revised manuscript addresses every reviewer comment and edit your response letter so nothing slips.
Submission to a New Journal
Moving to a different target. We reformat the manuscript to the new journal's Instructions to Authors, write a fresh cover letter, and prepare the whole package from scratch.
Two Editors, Your Field
Every manuscript is handled by two PhD/Master's experts specializing in your research field , regardless of which path you choose.
Designed for you if you can answer yes to these four.
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Your paper has been reviewed by journal peer reviewers.
You've received a formal peer review outcome , the starting point for this service.
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You have a journal letter with reviewer comments.
Regardless of whether the decision was rejection or major revision , the letter is what we work from.
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You have revised your manuscript according to reviewer comments.
Your revision doesn't have to be perfect , just started. Our editors will refine it.
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Conditional
If resubmitting to the same journal, you've prepared a response to the reviewer letter.
Even a rough draft is fine , we polish it to professional standards.
What our editors take responsibility for
- Two rounds of substantive editing , conducted by two PhD/Master's experts specializing in your research field.
- Address reviewer comments , ensure your revised manuscript fully addresses the issues raised by reviewers.
- Edit response to reviewers , improve your response letter so all questions are adequately answered.
- New cover letter , highlight the improvements made in the revised manuscript.
Round 1 → Your review → Round 2
A two-pass cycle designed so nothing is missed , our editors work, you review, and we refine to your exact expectations.
Editing & Response
Substantive editing on your revised manuscript, with the reviewer letter open beside our editor.
- Substantive editing on revised manuscript
- Focus on reviewer comments
- Complete re-formatting for a new journal (if applicable)
- Editing your response letter
- New cover letter for the target journal
Author Review
Review the edited manuscript and the comments our editors left, then request further revisions.
- Read the edited manuscript
- Review editor comments and queries
- Clarify any doubts the editors had
- Request further revisions if needed
Final Refinements
We review your comments and edit the manuscript, cover letter, and reply to reviewer letter accordingly.
- Review and incorporate your feedback
- Final edit of the manuscript
- Final edit of the cover letter
- Final edit of the reply to reviewer letter
Your resubmission packing slip
Revised / Rejected Paper Editing · Deliverables
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Rejection Shield , included free with this service
Within 365 days after delivery, we support you throughout the journal revision process: unlimited re-editing of up to 30% new content, edited response letters, reformatting for different journals, and fresh cover letters.
Flat rate: $0.13 per word
Two editing rounds, an author review window, and the full resubmission package , all at one flat per-word rate. Turnaround scales with word count.
*Rejection Shield is included free with this service. Both resubmission to the same journal and submission to a new journal are covered within the 365-day support window. See the Full Support Pack for bundled end-to-end publication support.
Common questions, answered
What's the difference between Revised/Rejected Paper Editing and Substantive Editing / Copy Editing?
Substantive and Copy Editing work on your manuscript in isolation. Revised/Rejected Paper Editing works specifically against the reviewer comments and journal letter from your previous submission. It includes two editing rounds with your review in between, edits your response-to-reviewer letter, writes a new cover letter, and reformats for a new journal , plus free Rejection Shield for 365 days.
Can you submit my revised paper to the journal for me?
Yes. If you'd like us to handle the actual submission , filling forms, uploading files, and logging the confirmation , add the Journal Submission Service to this order. Together they give you a complete revise → resubmit pipeline.
Can you help me write the reply to reviewer letter?
Absolutely , editing your response-to-reviewer letter is a core part of the service. If you've already drafted one, we'll polish it to professional standards. If not, our editors will help you structure it so every reviewer comment is addressed, in a measured, professional tone.
Does Revised/Rejected Paper Editing guarantee journal acceptance?
We are confident that your revised manuscript will meet the journal's requirements and be in the strongest possible position for acceptance. Our team will thoroughly address every reviewer comment, professionally edit and format your manuscript, and refine it to the highest standard before resubmission. With Rejection Shield, you also receive unlimited re-editing within 365 days should the journal request further revisions.