If you have ANY text, document, email, blog, whatever, that needs editing or proofreading, please GET IN TOUCH! Going a bit stir crazy here, so it would really help. I am happy to lower my prices by a quarter during this coronavirus pandemic, so:
Proofread only, per 1,000 words: £11.25/US$13.25/€12.28
Proofread & edit, per 1,000 words: £15.00/US$17.68/€16.38
Proofread, edit & rewrite per 1,000 words: £18.75/US$22.00/€20.47
This rate will apply to anyone who contacts me (or via [email protected]) and enters COVID somewhere on the page. It will apply until this pandemic is over.
If you need any magazine, article, book, website, essay, dissertation or CV/resume edited, you know where to come. I can edit any Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Libre Office or InDesign document to an exceptional level, and annotate any PDF you require.
So why not contact me and let me know what you need editing? I will edit whatever you need. All you have to do is contact me (you can email [email protected] if you’re not happy with contact forms), let me know the word count of what you need editing and type of document it is, attach it if you want, and that’s it!
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I’ll then send you a quote of my price and we can take it from there. Once we’ve agreed a price, I will do the work and send the edited document back to you via email (or, if it’s a big file, via a dropbox, WeTransfer or whatever means you prefer).
You can then either pay me directly through your bank or through PayPal (all my details are on the invoice I will send you). I also have an IBAN and BIC, so international payments can be made.
It’s guaranteed you will be happy with the work I do! I will make any amendments you require at no extra charge. Happy customers are my reason to keep going, which is why I’ve been successful so far.
As every other company seems to be doing it, I thought I would. This is to let everyone know that I am open for business, happy to do any editing or proofreading work you may need over the coming months.
I edit all sorts of documents – emails, blogs, CVs/resumes, essays, dissertations, theses, articles, magazines and books. I’ve edited them all and will continue to do so.
I can edit any Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Libre Office or InDesign document to an exceptional level, and annotate any PDF you require.
So why not contact me and let me know what you need editing? I will edit whatever you need. All you have to do is contact me (you can email [email protected] if you’re not happy with contact forms). Let me know the word count of what you need editing and type of document it is, attach it if you want, and that’s it!
I will then send you a quote of my price and we can take it from there. Once we’ve agreed a price, I will do the work and send the edited document back to you via email. If it’s a big file, you can send it via a dropbox, WeTransfer or whatever means you prefer.
You can then either pay me directly through your bank or through PayPal (all my details are on the invoice I will send you). I also have an IBAN and BIC, so international payments can be made.
I guarantee you will be happy with the work I do! I will make any amendments you require at no extra charge. I like having happy customers, which is why I’ve been successful so far.
“The edits look great” – Kevin Moran, father of writer, Republic of Ireland [edited & proofread son’s novel Christina’s World, February to March 2020]
Kevin is certainly happy with the work I’ve done, and I know you will be too once you book me!
I edit all sorts of documents – emails, blogs, CVs/resumes, essays, dissertations, theses, articles, magazines and books. I’ve edited them all and will continue doing so.
If you need any magazine, article, book, website, essay, dissertation or CV/resume edited, you know where to come. I can edit any Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Libre Office or InDesign document to an exceptional level, and annotate any PDF you require.
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So why not contact me and let me know what you need editing? I will edit whatever you need. All you have to do is contact me (you can email [email protected] if you’re not happy with contact forms), let me know the word count of what you need editing and type of document it is, attach it if you want, and that’s it!
I will then send you a quote of my price and we can take it from there. Once we’ve agreed a price, I will do the work and send the edited document back to you via email; or, if it’s a big file, via a dropbox, WeTransfer or whatever means you prefer.
You can then either pay me directly through your bank or through PayPal (all my details are on the invoice I will send you). I also have an IBAN and BIC, so international payments can be made.
I guarantee you will be happy with the work I do! I will make any amendments you require at no extra charge. I like having happy customers, which is why I’ve been successful so far.
I’ve just edited the latest, April/May 2020, edition of Black Beauty & Hair magazine. It all went really well and the latest issue must be out very soon – go buy it!
This is the feedback I had from the editor-in-chief after editing my first issue, which was last year:
“I found Sara Davies of Prootheword through the findaproofreader.com website. I picked Sara because she had the experience that I was looking for, she could work flexibly and her quote for the work I wanted done was reasonable. Sending Sara the work was remarkably hassle-free and she was able to turn it around quickly. I would definitely recommend her services.” – Irene Shelley, editor-in-chief, Black Beauty & Hair magazine, UK [copy edited & proofread June/July issue of Black Beauty & Hair magazine, April 2019 onwards]
If you need any magazine, article, book, website, essay, dissertation or CV/resume edited, you know where to come. I can edit any Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Libre Office or InDesign document to an exceptional level, and annotate any PDF you require.
So why not contact me and let me know what you need editing? I will edit whatever you need. All you have to do is contact me (you can email [email protected] if you’re not happy with contact forms), let me know the word count of what you need editing and type of document it is, attach it if you want, and that’s it!
I will then send you a quote of my price and we can take it from there. Once we’ve agreed a price, I will do the work and send the edited document back to you via email (or, if it’s a big file, via a dropbox, WeTransfer or whatever means you prefer).
You can then either pay me directly through your bank or through PayPal (all my details are on the invoice I will send you). I also have an IBAN and BIC so international payments can be made.
I guarantee you will be happy with the work I do! I will make any amendments you require at no extra charge. I like having happy customers, which is why I’ve been successful so far.
This is my post for International Women’s Day (ok, I know it’s a bit late), as I am a woman running a small business, so I’m trying to do my bit.I run a freelance copy editing and proofreading business based in Southampton in the UK. I am happy to take on any work, whether it be an email, blog, CV or resume, article, essay, thesis, magazine, website or book. I’ve edited all of them and will happily carry on editing them all.
While I obviously work for local and national customers, I have regular international customers too. I will work with anyone from around the world. I accept payments through PayPal, so that shouldn’t be a problem for most of you.
If you have any document that needs copy editing or proofreading, then get in touch with me. I guarantee I will respond and do all I can to make your document(s) perfect. I have excellent English-language skills, and always work quickly and accurately. Most importantly, I will provide you with an exceptional service!
I guarantee a great service at a very affordable price. Just ask any of my previous customers and they will all vouch for me.
I will edit or proofread any InDesign, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, LibreOffice or PDF (annotate) document you have.
The most common answer: correcting misspelt words or adding a comma where it belongs. That’s somewhat correct, but only the tip of the iceberg. The editing process involves many sets of eyes and several layers to complete.
It’s important to understand the different types of editing to know what to expect from the process, especially for self-publishing authors. Why? The revision levels focus on specific individual needs, including stylistic and substantive content. For simplicity, we’ll divide editing types into four main categories: content and development, line, copy and proofread.
The Steps Simplified
Step 1: Content and Development Edit
The first step for most manuscripts is content and development editing – reviewing the meat of the story, plot and characters. Developmental editing tackles the following:
Flow;
Organisation;
Chapter (arrangement, length and number);
Character voices;
Dialogue;
Plot and subplot;
Pacing; and
Impact of POV (first, second, third or combination).
Content and development edits can and will sometimes result in revisions to chapter order or construction, and even additional chapters written. Do chapters alternate between the hero and heroine, shifting from first to third person point of view? Content editors eat that up! They’ll ensure the third POV is following singular or omniscient rules, and that the audience connects with the character.
Step 2: Line Edit
Line edits focus primarily on sentence and paragraph structure with attention to:
Words or phrases that are repetitious;
Restructuring sentences that are not complete or inaccurate;
Run-on sentences;
Usage of words that clarify meaning; and
Enhancing boring wording.
A line edit restructures sentences to elevate clarity and flow. Say there are two sentences describing something really important, but they don’t quite pull together. During this step, the line editor will take the two sentences apart and tease them until they read effortlessly.
Step 3: Copy Edit
The mechanics happen during the copy edit, focusing on specific rules, including but not limited to:
Grammar and punctuation;
Spelling nuances (for example, British English versus American English);
Capitalisation, hyphenation, italicision; and
When to use numbers instead of letters.
The copy edit can and should be automated using rules. Every editor uses two to three references to maintain consistency – specifically, a dictionary and a style manual. For fiction, the Chicago Manual of Style is widely used and accepted. Use of dictionaries should be selective to ensure spelling is primarily standard English wherever you reside or want your publication published. If you’re looking for an international or US audience, the Merriam-Webster dictionary is most common. If you’re aiming for a European or UK audience, I would recommend the Oxford English dictionary.
It’s also important to note, there are subtle differences between style manuals (APA, MLA, CMS, Chicago and so on), and dictionaries. This can be frustrating when semantics come into play about an edited final product. Using the same style manual and dictionary throughout will ensure consistency.
The copy editor can and should provide a style sheet, pointing out rules as they pertain to the revisions made. Familiarity with the Chicago Manual of Style is helpful, but the copy editor should provide the changes as they relate to the CMS for relevance as well as improving writing skills.
Step 4: Proofread
The proofread is the final, and hopefully, painless phase. A proofreader has the last shot at the manuscript and looks for:
Spelling errors;
Words that sound the same but are spelt differently;
Correct usage of quotation and punctuation marks;
Dialogue;
Missed words (of, and, the); and
Unwanted spaces.
Proofreading falls outside the technical realm of general editing. In-depth accounting for content and flow should occur before a proofread. A proofreader isn’t expected to critique or provide an exhaustive review.
A Few Pointers
It’s easy to see how manuscripts come together using this methodology, right?
There are common misconceptions. Content and development editors aren’t responsible for grammar and punctuation. Line and copy are often confused, although it’s clear that sentence structure and grammar rules are different focuses. The same problem arises with copy edits and proofreads.
Hopefully it’s clear why the editing steps don’t often occur out of order.
Every piece is essential. Sometimes steps are skipped or omitted. It’s also not unheard of to use multiple proofreaders to polish the final product. Regardless, several editing style combinations based on skill level are possible.
And Then There’s Everything Else
Editing a novel can be daunting. Knowing and understanding what to expect each step of the way is part of the process. Remember, when working with an editor, or as an editor working with a writer, stay open to suggestions and discussion. Sometimes discussing revisions sparks ideas.
Importantly, don’t rush the process. Editing is the last step of writing the novel. At best, it’s harrowing aligning calendars to finalise cover art, formatting, marketing and a million other tasks that coincide at the same time. Taking the time to work through these layers will deliver a sound product.
If you have any document that needs copy editing or proofreading, then get in touch with me. I guarantee I will respond and do all I can to make your document(s) perfect. I have excellent English-language skills, and always work quickly and accurately. Most importantly, I will provide you with an exceptional service!
I guarantee a great service at a very affordable price. Just ask any of my previous customers and they will all vouch for me.
I will edit or proofread any InDesign, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, LibreOffice or PDF (annotate) document you have.
