Book Copy Editor & Formatter Needed - Business / Technology Book

Posted 3 days ago

Worldwide

Summary

I’m looking for an experienced book editor and formatter to help take a completed manuscript through the final stages of publication. The book, DIGITAL DEBT, is a business/technology book focused on the hidden cost of years of accumulated data, content, collaboration tools, and poor information governance - and why that debt is becoming a major issue as organizations adopt AI. The manuscript is written. I am not looking for a ghostwriter or someone to substantially rewrite the book. I need someone who can take a finished manuscript and make it publication-ready. The engagement will include: * Copy editing for grammar, punctuation, clarity, consistency, and readability * Light editing where sentences or sections can be tightened without changing my voice * Consistency across terminology, headings, capitalization, lists, callouts, and references * Identification of repetition, awkward transitions, or sections that need clarification * Professional interior book formatting * Chapter and heading styles * Table of contents * Page numbering, headers, footers, section breaks, etc. * Formatting of quotes, callouts, lists, tables, and other visual elements * Preparation of files for print and digital publishing * Print-ready PDF * EPUB/Kindle-ready version * Final editable source file Experience preparing books for Amazon KDP is important. Experience with IngramSpark or other print distribution platforms is a plus. DIGITAL DEBT is written for executives, technology leaders, information managers, and organizations trying to understand why AI readiness is about much more than simply deploying AI tools. The writing style is direct, practical, conversational, and executive-focused. It should not read like an academic textbook or generic management book. Preserving that voice is important. Ideally, you have: * Previous experience editing and formatting professionally published nonfiction books * Strong copy-editing skills * Experience with business, technology, leadership, or professional books * Experience preparing both print and ebook editions * A strong understanding of typography, spacing, hierarchy, and book layout * The ability to improve writing without rewriting the author's voice * Excellent attention to detail Please include 2–3 examples of books you have edited and/or formatted, preferably nonfiction. I'd also like to understand which parts of the publishing process you typically handle yourself - from manuscript editing through delivery of the final files. The manuscript is complete and ready to begin.

  • Less than 30 hrs/week
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  • $19.00

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    $50.00

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Book
Copy Editing
Proofreading
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About the client
Member since Jun 25, 2022
  • Canada
    Toronto2:32 AM

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