Content Editing of Fiction

Bid Summary I am a seasoned proofreader with over 22 years of experience in my field. I have worked with #1 Best Sellers to those just starting out in their writing career. Project Requirements I will check your book for inconsistencies and plot holes. I will remove redundant or excessive words and enhance the vocabulary where needed. I will check for spelling, grammar, punctuation and structure. At the conclusion I will provide a track changed version with highlighted areas and changes. Relevant Skills and Experience I am an experienced proofreader and copy and line editor and have worked on many fiction/non-fiction manuscripts. I have covered an extensive range too numerous to list. Proposed Milestones $154 USD - Proofread and copy edit your 60k manuscript Do you have a print/publisher deadline? Friendly advice: If you decide not to award me your project, please be on the look out for anyone who states they can undertake your work in 7 days or less. For a good proofreader and copy editor to do their job, they would need at least 7 days.

I currently work as a senior English teacher specialising in English for Academic purposes, before that I studied philosophy and wrote campaign literature for political parties in the UK. I am an expert in analysing language and making it more succinct, whilst retaining the original meaning. Many people will offer you many things on this website, all I offer is excellent communication, which I believe is crucial for projects like this. Good editing is about providing choices for the writer, who can then decide for themselves. Some sentence structures that I don't like, maybe deliberate. What I will try to catch is the accidental mistakes and the places where meaning may not be as clear as you would like.

Bid Summary Greetings! I am a talented writer who can have this task done for you accurately and on time. Project Requirements I realize that you need to edit your 60000 words novel. I can help with that. Relevant Skills and Experience I'm a talented writer and proofreader for over 30 years now. Please see my reviews. Thanks Proposed Milestones $333 USD - Edit 60k words How soon would you like to start?

Hi, I'm Rohan and I'm ideally suited to developmentally edit your novel. I'm a skilled writer and editor with a bachelors degree in Literature and Creative Writing. Furthermore, I have worked as an Editor for several lifestyle magazines and Publishing Houses, and as such I'm a tried and experienced veteran of the editing industry. As an Editor for a leading Publishing House (Penguin Random House) I have edited and formatted several high profile manuscripts that have come my way. I also happen to be a "Preferred Freelancer" in this site with a great set of reviews and as such you can trust my services. My services include: Editing in any style UK/ US. I make sure that there are no grammatical or spelling errors. I work on the sentence structure and word usage. Make sure there is language consistence. Make sure there is narrative consistency. Make sure there are no plot or thematic holes. Make sure the dialogues are in line with the characters' backgrounds. Look into overarching chapter structures. As per industry standards I use 'TrackChanges' in MSWord so you have the option to verify all the changes made. I also offer a running commentary in separate comment bubbles, explaining the 'heavier' edits. (OPTIONAL) And anything else that may come up. Additional Services you can opt for: (OPTIONAL) A thorough critical examination and review of the novel. A complete Rewrite of the novel. Proposed Milestones $2400 USD - Project Milestone

Bid Summary Editing manuscript. Project Requirements Proofread and edit a fiction manuscript with 60k words. Relevant Skills and Experience I'm a freelance journalist with a master's degree in journalism. I've edited over a thousand articles and two e-books. Proposed Milestones $250 USD - Full Editing of Manuscript

Yes, my fee is higher than some. But if you send me a chapter of your book to edit for FREE, I think you will see why you should hire me. My method, developed over 38 years, is to edit a book three times: First, to evaluate its total concept, correct errors, and smooth out the rough edges; second, to add creative touches and suggest meaningful changes; third, to make sure the text flows flawlessly and connects most effectively with readers. Among the books I've edited are a children's story, a self-help book, an entrepreneurial guide, two spirituality journals, thrillers set in Africa and the Mideast, and a young adult lesbian romance novel. Talk to you soon!

Hi, I'd like to edit your book. I am a university-educated native English speaker. I have lots of experience outside of this site - writing, editing, publishing, teaching creative writing and doing manuscript consultations. Please see my reviews and portfolio on my profile page. Thank you.

Bid Summary Hi there. I have recently finished editing a romance novel and I did a course on the layout and theme of successful romance novels. Project Requirements I have edited a number of other types of writings too. My work is immaculate, which requires time. Relevant Skills and Experience I would like to hear back from you. Kind regards, Kevin Proposed Milestones $250 USD - complete

You know how an author can be too close to their work and not see its strengths and weaknesses? Well, what I do is provide a hands-on approach that not only tells you that the writing needs improved but shows you how. My manuscript appraisals are first rate and my content editing will add depth to your writing. My last client said that I helped produce a superior finished work. I’m not sure if my style will suit you, but I would be happy to discuss it with you. Let me tell you a little about myself. I have run my own editing business for several years. I hold a Diploma of Professional Writing and Editing and attained distinctions in all modules. I have a Bachelor of Arts and Diploma of Management. As a native English speaker, I have an excellent command of the language, and as an editor, I have an eye for detail. Most recent novels edited: Sharing Love. Poems by Sam, Amazon Alien Abduction II, Thomas Hay, Amazon Scimitar, Paul V Walters, Amazon I enjoy working with authors and assisting them to bring out the best in their novels. I suggest a manuscript appraisal to commence which addresses such issues as plot, character development, dialogue, and strengths and weaknesses. This would cost $375. I will content edit your work, making suggestions on where and how to improve the writing. For example, rather than saying he is angry, show it. His knuckles turned white as he clenched his fists, and his nostrils flared with each ragged breath. I provide a high-quality service.

Bid Summary My price includes constant updates and discussions on the manuscript and direction of the work. Project Requirements I will be asking questions on why you have written something a certain way and digging deeper into what you are trying to convey, to ensure I assist you to maximise the impact on the reader. Relevant Skills and Experience I write for my client's non-fiction, website content, blogs & other social media content. I am an avid reader of romance novels & love the genre. I am proficient in both US & UK English. Proposed Milestones $200 USD - 30,000 words edited $311 USD - Final 30,000 words edited Additional Services Offered $1 USD - Pressed this by mistake Are you looking for your work to be edited in UK English or US English?

Bid Summary I am a student frpm Quest International University. I am sure i can help you out because i myself am a Literature student and i'm doing TESL. Yes, I'm new to this freelancer thingy, but i can do. Project Requirements communicate during the revision process to discuss any changes recommended or made to the manuscript after the editing. I should be able to find out the mistakes in the grammer, comprehension and the sequences all together how is it phrased together. If I'm doing changes towards it, i should communicate the changes with you. Relevant Skills and Experience I am a TESL student, doing literature myself. I have won story writting competition also. My Lecturer suggested that i can work thru this freelancer cause he said i am able to do all this work. Proposed Milestones $155 USD - I don't know how this works cause this is my first time into this. I am fine if your fine with this. Additional Services Offered $1 USD - I can help you to retype those articles back and send the file to you.

Bid Summary I am a published author of fiction myself and well understand the dynamics of a work of fiction and what it requires in terms of content editing. Project Requirements As I said, I am a published author of fiction and am currently shopping around for a publisher for my collection of short stories out of which one has been published in Penguin India's anthology of new writing in English. Relevant Skills and Experience As a freelancing editor I have had occasion to deal with a wide variety of texts, including several works of fiction. I have an MA and a PhD in literature. Proposed Milestones $155 USD - Content editing for a work of fiction Good work doesn't come quick. I would like to know what kind of deadline would suit you the most?

I am Elijah Wegner. I am a college student taking a little time off to focus on writing. I am best suited for this project, because I can give it my full attention and I an avid fan of the genre. I am between personal projects at this time so I will have plenty of time to offer to your work and to discussing it with you. I am also very familiar with other Romance works, so I understand the audience and how best to present a story to them. Lastly, I am a firm believer in giving back: Other writers worked tirelessly to teach me my craft and support my work and I intend to return the favor! Thank you for considering me to help you accomplish this goal. I can't wait to get to work!