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$30-250 USD

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Posted over 10 years ago

$30-250 USD

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I have a short children's story that needs to be edited and formatted. It's just over 34,000 words total. It needs to be edited in a Word document. Please review the attached document before bidding, it was written by a non-native English speaker so there are run-on sentences and punctuation that need to be fixed.
Project ID: 5030343

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Hello, I am a professionally trained editor and proofreader. I hold an Honours Bachelor Degree from the University of Toronto, one of Canada's top rated schools. I also have a Publishing Certificate from Ryerson University, where I was formally taught copyediting, substantive/stylistic editing, and proofreading. I have taken courses specific to children's books and writing. I have looked over the sample and I can have this back to you within 3 days of receiving the file. I offer a lower rate as I am new to the site and looking for feedback. I look forward to hearing from you. Thank you, Morgan
$80 USD in 14 days
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59 freelancers are bidding on average $175 USD for this job
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I already checked the sample edit and this is exactly what I do for a living. Need a copyeditor or proofreader to review your manuscript, ensuring the content is flawless and ready for publication? I am your go to person:) I have over 400+ proofreading/editing projects completed at a 5* rating and a 100% US English pass. I can take your written material from drab to fab! With excellent content recognition, my editing and proofreading skills extend across many industries and business needs—you could say that I am an “editing savant”—and have always been the hidden accomplice behind any successful document. I am a passionate perfectionist when it comes to a succinct, well-written and mistake-free document—that oh-so-important first impression. Furthermore, I have 17+ years of experience crafting powerful copy for an array of literature. I passionately bring words to life on pages while consistently reaching my clients' goals through the written word.I am especially skilled in transforming technical jargon into plain language for laypersons. I enjoy supporting people to be their best, especially when it comes to clear communication. Your professional presentation is my business! As you'll see from my reviews, I'm a reliable Freelancer capable of producing high quality work. Samples can be found on my freelancer portfolio. If price is an issue, let's discuss? Will be waiting for your response:) Best regards, Marli
$250 USD in 10 days
4.9 (2211 reviews)
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Hello I would be very pleased to help you edit your book and have had a good look through the sample you kindly attached to the project. It was clear what is required as the style of editing is concerned, but are you aware that there are 8 punctuation errors - mainly missing commas - two grammatical errors and two continuity errors in the top, edited copy? As an example, you say Koda spotted the birds living in the tree at the beginning of a sentence, yet refers to them then looking through the grass at the end. Also you say Koda woke before his mother and then stated that she looked at him, when the text implies she is still asleep. Editing isn't just about spotting spelling mistakes. These points hopefully back up why I have the highest English score of any Freelancer for the top level US English 3 exam and why I have exemplary feedback. I have only been on Freelancer for 10 months as opposed to three or four years like some, but my repeat hire rate, or number of clients who retain my services, is nearly 50% higher than any other editor and proofreader, which says a lot! Freelancer does not allow bidders to attach documents with bids, so I would ask you to initiate message contact and I would be happy to send you the document with all my edits so you can see for yourself what I mean about errors. I look forward to hearing from you and hope I will be able to assist you with your book. Kind Regards David Dundas
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Hi, I understand your job requirements and ready to utilize my knowledge and skills to do a great job. Please don't ignore my bid because I have lesser reviews, I'm still new here but I will do my best to build a reputation as one of the most reliable providers. Thanks.
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Hello, my name is Tonci and I am from Croatia. I am a writer by trade, and have completed English and writing courses to become a freelance writer for an English speaking audience. I have always had a talent for writing, but have been a professional in various fields which lends my knowledge to a wide range of subjects including: General articles, Blog posts, Academic articles, Essays, Guest posts, SEO articles, Product descriptions and Stories. As well, I am an excellent proofreader and editor. I am well aware how hard it is to find a writer who is dependable and consistently delivers quality work. Everyone talks highly of themselves, but there are few who deliver on what they claim they can, or how professionally they conduct themselves. I am ready to prove that I can be that rare person. I hope that you will give me a chance to prove myself. Thank you for your time. Best regards, Tonci!
$250 USD in 17 days
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I have read what you want and I'm interested to work with you ............................. Thanks!!
$500 USD in 15 days
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Dear tscrandall, I've looked at your sample edits. I could easily have this book edited, formatted, and back in your hands within 2 weeks of bid acceptance. In addition to fixing grammatical errors, I would perform basic edits on the prose to make it read well. Although almost all of my former vWorker/Freelancer.com jobs have been in the realm of SEO article work, I am currently an editor at a science fiction and fantasy magazine where I am responsible for first edits on stories, as well as proofreading the issues before they go to press. We occasionally run stories that have been translated into English by non-native speakers, so I am familiar with fixing some of the writing errors that non-native speakers make. My plan for your project is as follows: 1. Do a very basic formatting pass and read-through of the story. (Days 1-2) 2. Perform a line-editing pass, during which I will fix grammatical errors and improve the prose where possible. (Days 3-12) 3. Give the entire story a final proofreading pass to ensure that there are no typos or other minor errors. (Days 13 & 14). If requested, I can send portions of the story during the line-editing phase. If you have any questions regarding my qualifications, please don't hesitate to get in touch. Thank you for your time, and I look forward to working with you, -K
$200 USD in 14 days
4.9 (147 reviews)
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Hello, I have been an editor for eight years and during this time, I have edited hundreds of books, websites, articles, academic papers, and scripts. I have a fast turnaround rate and can finish editing this within two days. Please see my reviews at freelancer.com/u/hepzi.html Best of luck with your project.
$100 USD in 2 days
4.7 (195 reviews)
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My current aim is to establish myself as one of the most reliable providers and I believe that the only way to achieve this is by Buyer Satisfaction. Miss Flora
$180 USD in 10 days
4.7 (139 reviews)
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Hi, I can get the editing/proofreading done on the book in 3 days for $80. Please respond if interested. Thanks
$130 USD in 3 days
4.7 (83 reviews)
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Hi! I'm a journalism student with indelible proficiency in English (see my English scores) and nonpareil work ethics. I've been professionally trained to do tasks such as yours with utmost precision and efficiency. See my reviews to judge my suitability to your project. I have gone through the sample you've attached and am confident that I can exceed your expectations. Contact me ASAP if you want any questions/concerns answered. Looking forward to your earnest response. Thank You
$200 USD in 15 days
4.9 (22 reviews)
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Hello, I am extremely interested in completing this project for you. I'm not going to promise you the earth, just all the skills, education and experience from over 25 years of writing, editing, proofreading and formatting documentation for a wide variety of disciplines and genre. I have a keen eye for detail and the ability to not only spot any inconsistencies in your text but to correct them as well. Irrespective of whatever type of documentation, topic or genre I can guarantee you top quality work from a professional Writer/Documentation Consultant, excellent communication and above all value for your money. I firmly believe that an editor’s role is not only to make sure the content is structured correctly and grammatically correct but to also ensure that the edited content is consistent in capturing the author's thoughts and ideas for their intended audience. To date with my freelancing career I have edited in excess of 50 books, proofread/edited academic articles and theses to PhD level, created technical documentation for multi-national companies, created/edited website content, and articles for a wide variety of topics. I will ensure that your documentation meets your criteria and is completed within the timescales you require. If you care to review my Freelancer profile and the comments of my previous Freelancer clients then you will see that I can adequately meet your requirements. You can contact me at any time to discuss your project. Regards Jim Moore
$194 USD in 5 days
5.0 (13 reviews)
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Hi! I would be interested in working with you. I’ve worked as a copyeditor and proofreader for the past 14 years in an academic setting and also as a freelancer. I have experience editing a variety of popular as well as scholarly works. Last year, for example, I edited a children's book called "Jirina's Journey." I received a PhD in Comparative Literature from Indiana University, and published a book based on my dissertation. I taught literature and English composition at the college level for many years. As a freelance editor, I've worked with a number of ESL authors, editing papers and theses for authors from the Middle East, Chile, Korea, Russia, New Zealand, Iran, Spain, Germany, Kenya, and Japan. I have a sharp eye for editing and proofreading. In addition to teaching, I worked as copy editor of Clio, a scholarly journal. I currently work as a freelance editor for Enago, an online editing service. We provide editing for ESL authors who wish to publish in English-language journals. The assignments I’ve worked on range from business to psychology to literature to history to telecommunications. My copyediting is highly accurate, and I’m conscientious about meeting deadlines. I’ll be glad to send you a resume on request. My rates are negotiable, depending on the level of editing required. Thanks for considering my bid. I look forward to hearing from you. Best wishes, Leigh
$250 USD in 7 days
4.9 (20 reviews)
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Hello! I am currently employed with the North Dakota Legislative Council as their proofreader, and I have been a proofreader/editor for almost 9 years. I have a firm grasp on both the English language and grammar. I was also trained as a medical transcriptionist where I learned to transcribe for English-second language doctors and I had to transform their "choppy" English into proper grammar and structure. I would love the opportunity to help you with this project and help product a high-quality finished product. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to ask. Thank you in advance for your time! ~KJensen0711
$166 USD in 7 days
4.9 (25 reviews)
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A professional is here to handle your project.I guarantee you a quality job.I will be able to take on your task so let us start now.
$135 USD in 7 days
4.9 (12 reviews)
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I'm new to freelancer.com but I've done a great deal of editing and writing in various fields. I've looked at the text and I will definitely be able to get it back to you quickly and accurately.
$200 USD in 3 days
4.8 (13 reviews)
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Hi there, I would like to assist with this project. I have edited a book that is now available on Amazon. I also read a lot of childrens books to my sisters kids.
$222 USD in 5 days
5.0 (2 reviews)
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Hi, I'm interested in your project. I maynot be native speaker but I have great skill in English. I can spot the mistakes and correct them easily. So please consider me for the job. Thanks. :)
$100 USD in 3 days
5.0 (2 reviews)
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Hello-- I'm an editor with several years of experience as a US based publishing company specialising in fiction and poetry. I've assisted dozens of authors in perfecting their books for publications, and I'm confident I can get yours into perfect condition. I work quickly without sacrificing quality, and I work at a very competitive rate. I also have experience with children's literature, as I've written several books for my nephews and I've worked as an English teacher for children between the ages of six and sixteen. I would love to help you get your children's story ready. I look forward to hearing from you. Thank you, --eddy
$150 USD in 3 days
4.4 (5 reviews)
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I am a highly educated, native English speaker and am also very highly skilled at editing. I've helped several non-native English speakers improve their manuscripts for publication. As a former teacher, I am very familiar with children's literature. While I am fairly new to Freelancer, I have years of experience in the field. I am currently the project coordinator at the University of Utah's medical library, where I create, edit, and evaluate a large variety of documents. My work is accurate, fast, professional, and I can start immediately. I am a native English speaker with exceptional skills.
$155 USD in 7 days
4.2 (6 reviews)
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Hello, I've read the sample and I'm sure there is no problem for me to edit your book. Because it is a children book it doesn't have any specific terminology and it's easy to understand and fix the errors. Even if I'm not a native speaker I studied English for 12 years and I have a certificate released by Cambridge University which proves that I have advanced knowledge of English. I can deliver the final form to you in the shortest time. Looking forward to working with you, Andreea
$135 USD in 3 days
5.0 (6 reviews)
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