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Cecilia D.

San Diego, California

$32/hr
5.0
309 jobs

I'm an education professional and bilingual teacher with experience in translating, proofreading, editing and copywriting. I'm 100% fluent in both English and Spanish and can offer services in both languages. I have a passion for grammar and writing and can help with error-free and reliable services! I can offer you or your business: ✅ Accurate, error-free, context-appropriate English to Spanish and Spanish to English translation of any type of content. ✅ Translation and localization of website and media content. ✅ Detailed, error-free proofreading and/or copyediting of any type of text, including manuscripts, documents, business writing, website or media content, marketing materials, and articles or blog posts. ✅ Excellent grammar, spelling, and punctuation. ✅ Effective communication to ensure your project is perfect for you or your business. The following is a review from a recent client, found below under "testimonials": "Cecilia is an excellent proofreader/copy editor. She has worked on several projects for me and has excelled at every assignment. She is versatile in that she is a grammar expert in both English & Spanish and can edit formally or casually if preferred. She is an excellent communicator, understands and follows directions, and has always finished projects on time (if not ahead of schedule). Sometimes I request that she also report back on comprehension of my message and she is really good at that too, oftentimes offering suggestions on how my copy can be more concise or clear. She continues to exceed expectations." Looking forward to hearing from you!

  • English
  • Formatting
  • Spanish
  • Proofreading
  • English to Spanish Translation
  • Colombian Spanish Dialect
  • Website Localization
  • Spanish to English Translation
  • Latin American Spanish Accent
  • Copy Editing
  • Translation
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Line Editing
  • Content Localization
Ige A.

Ogun, Nigeria

$15/hr
5.0
7 jobs

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Your story deserves more than basic proofreading, it deserves strategic feedback, deep critique, and professional polish. If you're looking for a detail-oriented beta reader, book editor, and formatting specialist who understands story structure and reader psychology, you're in the right place. I specialize in beta reading, manuscript feedback, and developmental editing for fiction and nonfiction authors. From romance novels and fantasy to thriller, horror, science fiction, literary fiction, memoir, and self-help, I provide in-depth story review, manuscript critique, and actionable feedback designed to strengthen your book. As a professional beta reader and book editor, I analyze: ✔Plot development and pacing ✔Character development and character voices ✔Story structure and emotional impact ✔Grammar check and line-level clarity ✔Consistency, tone, and reader engagement Whether you need an alpha reader, romance beta reader, fantasy beta reader, horror beta reader, or a detailed reader report, I deliver structured book feedback that helps you revise with confidence. Beyond editing, I also offer: ✔Line editing and copy editing ✔Proofreading and content editing ✔Book formatting for Kindle Direct Publishing (Amazon KDP) ✔Ebook formatting and publishing support ✔Book blurb review, synopsis, and query letter feedback ✔Self-publishing guidance I work with novels, novellas, short stories, children’s books, screenplays, and nonfiction manuscripts. My goal is simple: elevate your manuscript to a publish-ready standard while preserving your unique voice. If you're serious about publishing, let’s refine your book the right way. Book Editing, Developmental Editing, Line Editing, Copy Editing, Proofreading, Beta Reading, Beta Reader, Manuscript Review, Manuscript Critique, Manuscript Evaluation, Editorial Feedback, Story Editing, Plot Development, Character Development, Fiction Editing, Nonfiction Editing, Children's Book Editing, Middle Grade Editing, Memoir Editing, Self-Help Editing, Business Book Editing, Reader Feedback, Writing Critique, Grammar Correction, Content Editing, Ebook Formatting, Book Formatting, Kindle Direct Publishing, Amazon KDP, EPUB Formatting, Print Layout, Interior Book Design, Publishing Support, Self-Publishing, Query Letter Review, Synopsis Review, Book Blurb Review, Developmental Feedback, Narrative Development, Story Structure, Dialogue Review, Reader Engagement, Manuscript Polishing, Final Draft Review, Publication Preparation, Cultural Localization, Transcreation, English Editing, Copyediting, Editorial Consulting, Author Support. Beta Reading, Beta Reader, Professional Beta Reader, Beta Reader Report, Alpha Reader, Manuscript Review, Manuscript Critique, Manuscript Evaluation, Manuscript Assessment, Book Editing, Developmental Editing, Structural Editing, Line Editing, Copy Editing, Copyediting, Proofreading, Content Editing, Editorial Review, Editorial Feedback, Fiction Editing, Nonfiction Editing, Novel Editing, Romance Editing, Fantasy Editing, Thriller Editing, Mystery Editing, Science Fiction Editing, Young Adult Editing, Children's Book Editing, Memoir Editing, Self-Help Editing, Story Editing, Story Structure, Plot Development, Plot Analysis, Story Pacing, Character Development, Character Arcs, Character Voice, Dialogue Review, Narrative Development, Reader Feedback, Reader Engagement, Reader Experience, Writing Critique, Literary Editing, Literary Feedback, Worldbuilding, Scene Analysis, Chapter Review, Grammar Correction, Syntax Review, Error Detection, Clarity Improvement, Readability Enhancement, Voice Consistency, Tone Improvement, Developmental Feedback, Manuscript Development, Revision Support, Draft Evaluation, Manuscript Polishing, Final Draft Review, Publishing Support, Self-Publishing, Book Publishing, Kindle Direct Publishing, Amazon KDP, KDP Formatting, Kindle Formatting, Ebook Formatting, ePub Formatting, Print Formatting, Book Formatting, Interior Book Design, Typesetting, Book Design, Book Blurb Review, Synopsis Review, Query Letter Review, Author Support, Author Services, Publishing Consultant, Editorial Consulting, Story Consultant, Writing Coach, Fiction Coaching, Literary Analysis, Professional Editing Services, Reader Report, Editorial Report, Novel Critique, Fiction Critique, Nonfiction Critique, Publishing Guidance, Publication Preparation, Creative Writing, Fiction Writing, Nonfiction Writing.

  • Developmental Editing
  • Beta Reading
  • Beta Reader Report
  • Line Editing
  • Copy Editing
  • Proofreading
  • Ebook Formatting
  • Book Cover Design
  • Kindle Direct Publishing
  • Writing Critique
  • Ghostwriting
  • Romance
  • Book Editing
  • Audiobook Cover Design
  • Romance Writing
  • AI-Generated Transcription
  • Manuscript Editing Software
  • Digital Publishing Suite
  • Style Guide Development
  • Manuscript
Barbara B.

Seattle, Washington

$35/hr
5.0
227 jobs

I am a meticulous, natural-born editor and perfectionist with strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality. These characteristics will help me to make your Microsoft Word, Google Docs, or PDF document the best it can be and make you look good. I've edited everything from cozy mysteries to three documents for the Nigerian government, 5K, 12K, and 13K, written in legalese, and everything in between. 🔷 YOU WILL GET AN EDIT FROM A REAL LIVE PERSON. I will not simply use Scribbr or Grammarly and make the suggested edits. 🔷 WHAT PEOPLE HAVE SAID: "Barbara was amazing! She did such a quick and thorough turnaround. Highly recommend!" "Barbara edited my document to perfection! She was very communicative and finished the work ahead of schedule!" Recently one author said to me, “You ARE a superb editor!” because I caught a small but important error. "Barbara B. was born to edit. Her attention to detail is meticulous while going about her work in a cheerful manner, causing me to laugh quite a bit. I am indebted to her because her edits and suggestions improved my book a great deal. If you select her as your editor, which I highly recommend, you will be blessed and pleased by the results. Sister Gloriamarie A." 🔷 Using My Keen Eye For Detail, Here Is What I Would Do For You: ✔ Proofread to find errors in spelling, typing, punctuation, etc. ✔ Edit for: ♦ Grammar ♦ Tense consistency ♦ Sentence structure ♦ Cumbersome or confusing wording ♦ Inconsistencies of any kind ♦ Anything that needs to be changed to make your document clear, have superb readability and flow beautifully I can solve your editing and proofreading problems, whether you have a website, blog, email, proposal, manuscript, book, eBook, etc. I love editing. It comes naturally to me. I could do it in my sleep. Well, maybe that's an exaggeration. Grammar errors drive me crazy. When I see a mistake in anything I read, whether it’s social media, websites, emails, magazines, documents, letters, etc., I am compelled to correct it, in my mind, if not out loud. My friends call me a grammar Nazi! 🔷 LET ME ASK YOU THIS: ¿Do you know what you want to say but lack the skills to present a polished document? I can help you with that. 🔷 I WOULD START WITH THESE QUESTIONS: ♦ Who is your audience? ♦ Do you want me to proofread only, or do you want in-depth editing? ♦ Are you open to suggestions about rewording or rearranging the text? ♦ When do you want the project delivered? 🔷 IF YOU NEED MY SERVICES: Please contact me and we can talk about how I can help you.

  • Grammar
  • English
  • Grammar & Syntax Review
  • Proofreading
  • AI Content Editing
  • Line Editing
  • Copy Editing
  • Content Editing
  • Story Editing
  • Book Editing
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Text Formatting
Adejokun K.

Lagos, Nigeria

$5/hr
5.0
15 jobs

You have valuable knowledge but no time to write. You start writing but struggle to finish. You've hired freelancers before and received generic, AI-sounding content that lacked personality, authority, and depth. Or perhaps you have a completed manuscript that still needs professional editing, formatting, and publishing preparation before it's truly ready for readers. Great ideas don't deserve to die in a draft folder. That's exactly why I exist. Behind every coach, entrepreneur, consultant, thought leader, and author with a successful book is a skilled ghostwriter, editor, and publishing partner who helped bring that vision to life. I'm that partner. I am a professional eBook Ghostwriter, Book Editor, Amazon KDP Specialist, and Book Formatting Expert who helps authors transform ideas into polished manuscripts, professionally formatted books, and publication-ready files for Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) and other major publishing platforms. 𝗠𝘆 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗴𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴. I help transform raw ideas into professionally written, professionally edited, and publication-ready books that educate, inspire, engage readers, and strengthen your authority. Whether you're creating a nonfiction business book, self-help guide, leadership book, memoir, novel, workbook, or eBook, I ensure your content is clear, engaging, well structured, and ready for publication. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗜 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗗𝗼 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗬𝗼𝘂: ✔ Nonfiction Ghostwriting ✔ Fiction Ghostwriting ✔ Book & eBook Writing ✔ Developmental Editing ✔ Structural Editing ✔ Line Editing ✔ Copyediting ✔ Proofreading ✔ Manuscript Evaluation & Review ✔ Manuscript Development ✔ Chapter Editing ✔ First Chapter Optimization ✔ Readability & Flow Enhancement ✔ Book Formatting ✔ eBook Formatting ✔ Kindle Formatting ✔ EPUB Formatting ✔ Typesetting ✔ Layout Design ✔ Editorial Design ✔ Publication Design ✔ Print Design ✔ Interior Book Formatting ✔ Print Ready PDF Creation ✔ Kindle Ready EPUB Creation ✔ Amazon KDP Formatting ✔ Amazon KDP Publishing Support ✔ Book Description & Book Blurb Writing ✔ Publishing Consultation ✔ Publishing Strategy ✔ Book Proposal Development ✔ Market Positioning Recommendations ✔ Self-Publishing Support ✔ Traditional Publishing Preparation ✔ End-to-End Book Production 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁? ✔ A professionally written manuscript ✔ A stronger, more engaging book ✔ Error free editing and formatting ✔ Publication-ready files that meet Amazon KDP standards ✔ A book that reflects your voice, expertise, and goals ✔ More time to focus on your business while your book gets completed 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗜 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸? I don't simply write books. I become your ghostwriter, editor, formatting specialist, and publishing partner. Before I write a single word, I take the time to understand your audience, goals, expertise, messaging, and voice. I analyze your content, study your niche, and create a strategy that ensures your manuscript is clear, engaging, marketable & publication ready. 𝗠𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀: Discovery → Research → Outline & Structure → Writing & Drafting → Developmental Editing → Copyediting & Proofreading → Book Formatting → EPUB & PDF Export → Publishing Preparation → Final Delivery Every project receives thoughtful attention, detailed communication, professional formatting & a commitment to quality. 𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗜 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵: ✔ Coaches & Consultants ✔ Entrepreneurs ✔ Thought Leaders ✔ Motivational Speakers ✔ Wellness Experts ✔ Financial Advisors ✔ Educators & Trainers ✔ Publishers ✔Independent Authors Whether you need ghostwriting, editing, or Amazon KDP formatting, I'm here to help bring your book to life. Let's get started. 𝗠𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀: Ghostwriting, Book Writing, eBook Writing, Nonfiction Writing, Fiction Writing, Business Writing, Leadership Writing, Self-Help Writing, Personal Development Writing, Psychology Writing, Emotional Intelligence Writing, Human Behavior Writing, Memoir Writing, Biography Writing, Christian Writing, Romance Writing, Thriller Writing, Science Fiction Writing, Developmental Editing, Structural Editing, Copyediting, Proofreading, Manuscript Review, Manuscript Assessment, Amazon KDP, Kindle Direct Publishing, Book Formatting, eBook Formatting, Kindle Formatting, EPUB Formatting, Typesetting, Layout Design, Publication Design, Editorial Design, Print-Ready PDF Creation, Kindle-Ready EPUB Creation, Self-Publishing Support, Book Production, Microsoft Word, EPUB, PDF, and KDP Upload Support. Book Publishing, Publishing Consultant, Book Layout Design, Interior Formatting, Editorial Review, Content Development, workbook and activity book design, Chapter Development, Readability Improvement, Story Development, Workbook Formatting, Paperback Formatting, Reflowable EPUB, MS Word Formatting, Canva book layout design, OCR cleanup for scanned documents, conversion from PDF to editable Word, formatting, self-publishing assistance, book upload, book interior layout, document cleanup and consistency

  • Ghostwriting
  • Ebook Writing
  • Book Writing
  • Self-Help
  • Fiction
  • Book Cover Design
  • Nonfiction
  • Book Layout
  • Memoir Writing
  • Ebook Formatting
  • Ebook
  • Amazon
  • KDP Interior
  • Formatting
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Document Formatting
  • Book Design
  • Book Editing
  • Ebook Design
  • Book Cover
Sarah S.

Weston, Florida

$25/hr
4.8
61 jobs

Most drafts are nearly finished. I help them cross the line. I edit manuscripts, academic papers, business documents, and web content for clarity, accuracy, consistency, and flow. I preserve your voice, explain important changes, and deliver work that is clean and ready for publication or submission. Services include: Copyediting and proofreading with Track Changes Academic editing in APA, MLA, Chicago, and AP style KDP print and eBook formatting Author bios, blurbs, query letters, and web copy Beta reading and developmental feedback Legal and investigative transcription Formatting projects may include trim size, margins, headers, page numbers, front matter, linked tables of contents, and Kindle Previewer testing. You will receive a marked-up file, a clean final copy, and a clear scope before work begins. Sample edits are available for larger projects. Good editing should not call attention to itself. It should make the work clearer, stronger, and easier to trust.

  • Microsoft Office
  • Active Listening
  • Proofreading
  • Writing
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Time Management
  • Psychology
  • Office Design
Kendall Z.

Kokomo, Indiana

$20/hr
5.0
12 jobs

Hello! I am a proofreader, copyeditor, and hobby writer. Words captivate me, and I enjoy cultivating their potential to engage, inform, and inspire those who read them. I work with clients to elevate the clarity and flow of their work and catch any lingering spelling, punctuation, and grammar errors. I would love to hear about your current project and explore how we can collaborate to produce a masterpiece!

  • Grammar
  • Proofreading
  • Copy Editing
  • Book Editing
  • Literary Fiction
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Academic Proofreading
  • Business Editing
  • Chicago Manual of Style
  • Creative Writing

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How much does it cost to hire a grammar specialist?

English grammar freelancers are professional writers or copywriters who specialize in English grammar. These experts in English grammar ensure that written documents are free of grammatical errors. This may involve proofreading academic writings or other materials like LinkedIn social media profiles. 

English grammar freelancers may also guide clients on improving their writing skills, offer English language content writing services, or specialize in creative writing editing. Whatever their specific focus, English grammar freelancers play an essential role in ensuring that written English is error-free.

Hourly rates for English grammar freelancers on Upwork range from $15 to $50, but the average cost can be higher for those with years of experience teaching English in the field. 

What impacts the cost of hiring an English grammar freelancer?

English grammar can be tricky, and even native English speakers can make mistakes. Fortunately, there are full-time English grammar freelancers who can help you avoid making embarrassing errors within your content marketing pieces and beyond. However, if you want to hire freelancers to write and edit your work, the prices can range based on some of the below factors.

Experience and expertise

If you're looking for someone to proofread a document or edit an important email, you'll want to find an English grammar freelancer with extensive experience with editing jobs and copywriting. More experienced freelancers will likely charge higher hourly rates, but they'll also be able to get the job done more quickly and efficiently.

Depth of editing

Do you need your freelancer to proofread your document simply for grammatical errors or do you need them to provide in-depth editing and feedback on your newest online course? If you only need a light edit, you may be able to find a less experienced freelance editor who can do the job at a lower cost. However, if you need comprehensive editing services, expect to pay more for a freelancer who has more work experience.

Scope of work 

To get an accurate quote for your project, be sure to provide your freelance writer with as much detail as possible about what you need. The more information they have, the better they'll be able to assess the scope of work and give you an accurate estimate.

Timeline 

The faster you need your document edited, the more it will cost. If you have a tight deadline, communicate this to your content writer so they can give you an accurate estimate.

Geography 

English grammar freelancers in the U.S. typically charge higher rates than in other countries. This is because the cost of living is generally higher in the U.S., and English is often their native language. 

Popular English grammar costs and examples 

Below are some popular examples of English grammar projects and their respective costs. The typical process for editing all of these projects follows the same pattern, but the cost will vary depending on the freelancer's experience, scope, and turnaround time. Some of the more common part-time freelancer gigs include:

  • Editing a 2,000-word document for grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors: $100-$200.
  • Proofreading a 5,000-word article for grammar mistakes: $250-$500.
  • Editing a 10,000-word ebook for grammatical errors: $500-$1,000.
  • Providing feedback and editing suggestions on a 20,000-word manuscript: $1,000-$2,000.

These prices are just estimates—the actual cost of your project will depend on many of the factors listed above. To get an accurate quote for your project, be sure to provide your freelancer with as much detail as possible about what you need.

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