Book Proofreader & Line Editor Needed (43,000-Word Manuscript)

Posted 5 days ago

Worldwide

Summary

I’m looking for an experienced editor to provide proofreading and two rounds of line editing for my 43,000-word non-fiction self-improvement book, The Art of Locking In. What I Need: Two rounds of line editing to improve clarity, flow, sentence structure, and readability. Final proofreading for grammar, punctuation, spelling, and consistency. Suggestions that preserve my voice and writing style. Experience editing self-help, productivity, or personal development books is preferred. Deliverables: Edited manuscript with tracked changes in Microsoft Word or Google Docs. Brief notes on recurring issues or recommendations for improvement. About the Book:The Art of Locking In focuses on focus, discipline, productivity, money, and personal transformation.

  • $200.00

    Fixed-price
  • Intermediate
    Experience Level
  • Remote Job
  • One-time project
    Project Type
Skills and Expertise
Mandatory skills
Proofreading
Copy Editing
Activity on this job
  • Proposals:20 to 50
  • Last viewed by client:5 days ago
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About the client
Member since Sep 2, 2025
  • USA
    Saint Cloud9:49 AM
  • $4.4K total spent
    13 hires, 2 active

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