Experienced Proofreader Needed
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Experienced Proofreader Needed for Fantasy/Light Sci-Fi Novel I am seeking an experienced proofreader for my completed fantasy/light science fiction novel, Izzy's Becoming, Book Two of The Izzy Chronicles. The manuscript is approximately 92,500 words and is in its final stage before publication. About the Book Izzy's Becoming is set on the planet Mirron, a world where society is divided by eye color. The story follows Izzy Ashford, a young woman who rises from obscurity to lead a reform movement challenging the planet's deeply entrenched social hierarchy. It is written for a young adult/adult crossover audience. What I Need This is a proofreading job only, not a developmental or copy edit. I am looking for someone to: • Correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors • Flag missing or incorrect quotation marks and dialogue formatting • Identify repeated or missing words • Note any inconsistencies in proper nouns, invented terminology, and formatting conventions specific to the manuscript Requirements • Proven experience proofreading fiction, preferably in the fantasy, science fiction, or YA genres • Strong command of English grammar and punctuation • Ability to deliver a clean, tracked-changes document • Available to complete the work within 2–4 weeks Project Details • Format: Microsoft Word (.docx) • Budget: Under $300 • Timeline: 2–4 weeks from project start • Please include samples of previous fiction proofreading work with your proposal. Applicants with experience in fantasy or science fiction genres will be given preference. No AI may be used for this job! Looking forward to hearing from you!
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