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Kenneth W.

Bakersfield, California

$18/hr
5.0
76 jobs

I am a meticulous, experienced, native English-speaking proofreader and editor from the United States, currently spending most of my time in the Dominican Republic. I enjoy working with texts of all types, from blog posts to grant applications to books. I can not only ensure that your texts are grammatically correct and error-free, but I can also make them come alive and sound natural, which is particularly important for texts written by non-native English speakers or those generated by AI.

  • Proofreading
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • English
  • Book Editing
  • Spanish to English Translation
  • English to Spanish Translation
Alex G.

Sacramento, California

$42/hr
5.0
48 jobs

Experienced editor and proofreader with a keen eye for detail. My goal is to ensure that any piece of writing is the best it can be, whether it is a simple blog post or a highly technical product/user manual. I offer copyediting, content editing, proofreading, and general documentation services. I have seven years of experience in helping writers enhance their work to a higher level, including three years as a technical editor/technical writer. I believe that no matter what the work is, it should be clear, concise, and consistent. I have a strong knowledge of both the Chicago Manual of Style and the AP Stylebook. I am also very comfortable working with the MLA stylebook for academic writing. B.A. in English from California State University – Sacramento. Member of Editorial Freelancers Association. Member of ACES: The Society for Editing.

  • Copy Editing
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Writing
  • Line Editing
  • Review
  • Technical Writing
  • Book Editing
  • Academic Editing
  • Content Editing
  • Business Editing
  • Technical Editing
  • Story Editing
  • AI Content Editing
  • Microsoft Office
  • Documentation
Calee A.

South Lake Tahoe, California

$30/hr
5.0
258 jobs

Member: ACES Society for Editors Completely human editing As a professional editor for over fifteen years, I have worked with many authors in a wide range of genres. Every book has different needs, and I will ensure your book is clear, consistent, and grammatically correct--keeping your readers engaged while maintaining your unique voice. I have seen the changes in AI-assisted writing come fast and furious, but there is no substitute for an experienced human brain. I read every line of every piece of copy myself, ensuring not only correct word use and grammar but also that nuances are maintained, logic gaps are corrected, and your voice rings true. I am experienced in long fiction, short stories, and poetry and am fluent in the rules of dialogue punctuation. While editing, I will also alert you to any plot gaps or inconsistencies. I have also edited a variety of non-fiction books, including memoirs, cookbooks, workbooks, self-help, and business and finance. I can ensure your book reads naturally and is well-organized, with headings, bullet points, and other standards. I enjoy a wide range of books and only take on projects I feel personally drawn to. To ensure we are both on the same page, I also offer a short sample edit of your work. I prefer to work by the word (see rates below). However, we can negotiate an hourly fee if that is more convenient for you. I edit Word documents, Google documents, or PDF files, tracking changes so you can easily see the edits and accept or reject them as you choose. Copy Edit $15 - $20 per 1000 words for two passes based on the complexity and quality of writing This edit includes corrections and suggestions at the sentence level for flow, clarity, and consistency. Proofread $15 - $10 per 1000 words for one pass This edit will focus on the mechanics of grammar, including punctuation and spelling.

  • Copy Editing
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • English
  • Book Editing
  • Story Editing
  • Cookbook
  • Nonfiction
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Self-Help
  • Biography & Memoir
  • Novel
  • Mystery
  • Romance
  • Horror
  • Literary Fiction
Nicole M.

Irvine, California

$20/hr
5.0
76 jobs

Hello! I am excited to turn your novel, short story, or other text into a work of art. As a published editor and author, I have experience in working with clients to ensure that their work is error-free and enticing to readers. I specialize in fiction novels/stories, with SFF preferred, but not required. I can proofread, edit, and/or beta read your work for quality control and readability. PUBLISHED WORKS: -Beneath the Twin Suns: An Anthology (author) -Star Crossed: An Anthology of Romantic Science Fiction (author) -Heads and Tales: The Other Side of the Story (author) -The New Normal: A Zombie Anthology (author, editor, and publisher) -In All Our Forms: A Shifter Anthology (author, editor, and publisher) -Creator of The Book Dragon book review blog

  • Proofreading
  • Proofreading Feedback
  • Copy Editing
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Error Detection
  • Line Editing
  • English
  • Book Editing
  • Google Docs
  • Organizer
  • Beta Reading
  • Beta Reader Report
  • Novel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Book Review
Keeley R.

Carlsbad, California

$12/hr
5.0
11 jobs

Dedicated and meticulous writer with strong skills in grammar correction, descriptive enhancement, and vocabulary improvement. I provide thorough proofreading services for informal emails and ensure error-free, polished content ready for publication. - I am currently working to self-publish a novel :) - Have been taught professionally how to proofread emails and books of varying lengths. - Have a flexible schedule that can be easily tuned to fit your needs. - Has an average turn-around time of two weeks when reviewing or proofreading most books. - Am very detail-orientated and can provide descriptive examples and novel reviews. - Have ghostwritten a novel before. - Has a strong concept of what unique character and story ingenuity.

  • Proofreading
  • Grammar
  • Copy Editing
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Error Detection
  • Academic Editing
Summer S.

Stockton, California

$18/hr
5.0
61 jobs

Hello! I'm a focused, quick-learning professional seeking employment opportunities—full-time, part-time, or temporary. My skills include transcription (clean or verbatim), photo editing, proofreading, extensive computer proficiency, effective communication, data entry, research, problem-solving, scheduling, organization, and social media management. I follow instructions accurately.

  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Writing
  • Data Entry
  • US English Dialect
  • Photo Retouching
  • Event Planning
  • Photo Editing
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Subtitles

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