157,000 word manuscript needs proofreading and editing with a fast turnaround

I need an object eye to offer suggestions to make my short story of 300 words better. I also need editing and proof reading.

Project Overview We are looking for a highly skilled Copy Editor with proven Adobe InDesign experience to support the final editing and polishing of curriculum materials. This project involves editing directly in InDesign files, ensuring clarity, accuracy, consistency, and clean formatting throughout. What You’ll Do - Edit and proofread text for grammar, clarity, tone, and alignment with style guidelines. - Make all text edits directly in Adobe InDesign (no exporting to Word or PDF markups). - Ensure all copy fits within layout constraints and maintains visual consistency. - Flag any design issues, text overflow, or inconsistencies you notice during editing. - Collaborate with the project lead through brief check-ins or comments within the files. - Required Skills & Experience - Demonstrated experience as a Copy Editor or Proofreader. - Strong proficiency in Adobe InDesign (required). - Experience editing curriculum, instructional materials, or long-form documents is a plus. - Excellent command of grammar and ability to maintain consistent style and voice. - High attention to detail and ability to work efficiently within deadlines. Timeline Project completion expected within 1–2 weeks of contract start, depending on workload and file volume. To Apply Please include: A brief summary of your relevant experience. Examples or screenshots of projects you’ve edited directly in InDesign. Your availability to begin. *** Must provide own access to InDesign*** ***Must include packaged InDesign files*** Deliverables • Deliverables • Fully edited InDesign files with corrected copy, consistent formatting, and no text overflow. • All recent files must be copy edited to the best of your capabilities. • A short log of major issues or decisions (if applicable).

We are preparing Book 2 of our supernatural fiction trilogy for publication. Book 1 is already published; Book 2 is in final revisions and entering pre-production. Before moving into final formatting, we need a seasoned proofreader who can provide a polished, publication-ready pass focused on structure, clarity, continuity, and non-creative corrections only. This is not a developmental edit and not a rewrite. The story, characters, plot, lore, and creative style are locked. Your mandate is to strengthen the professional readability of the manuscript while preserving the authorial voice and creative intent. The book's structural outline is already well-defined, including act structure and chapter progression. A published Book 1, a series style sheet, and our plot summary and scene flow will be provided for reference. Scope of Work: Structural proofreading: Identify repetition, pacing issues, or organizational inconsistencies at the line/copy level (not rewriting scenes). Continuity & logic checks: Ensure internal consistency across names, terminology, timeline references, factions, and character actions — and consistency with Book 1 as published. Cross-book continuity is the single most important element of this engagement. Series continuity flags: Note anything that contradicts established canon from Book 1, and flag it for author review rather than correcting it yourself. Clarity improvements: Flag confusing sentences, awkward transitions, redundant phrasing, tense issues, or unclear references. Grammar, punctuation, spelling: Standard proofreading corrections. Voice preservation: All edits must respect the tone, style, and narrative voice established in Book 1. No creative alteration: No changing plot, lore, or canon. No rewriting character motivations. No adjusting worldbuilding rules. No re-architecting scenes or inventing new content. No "resolving" open threads. This is the middle book of a trilogy. Certain questions, setups, and withheld information are intentional and pay off in Book 3. Ambiguity is not an error unless we say it is — flag, don't fix. No AI Editing — Human Work Only: This is a hard requirement and a condition of the contract, not a preference. The manuscript may not be uploaded to, pasted into, processed by, or submitted to any generative AI or large language model tool. This includes ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Copilot, Sudowrite, and any similar service, as well as AI-driven rewriting or "enhancement" features in third-party editing platforms. Grammar and spellcheck built into Microsoft Word is acceptable. Anything that generates, rewrites, or rephrases text is not. We spent eight months writing this book. We are hiring a human editor's judgment, ear, and eye — that is the entire value of this engagement. Any evidence of AI-generated or AI-rewritten text will result in immediate termination of the contract without payment of remaining milestones. Please do not apply if this is a constraint you cannot work within. Workflow & Tools: All editing is performed in Word Online through our SharePoint site, using tracked changes. You will be granted access to the manuscript file directly. The manuscript is not to be downloaded, copied, forwarded, or stored locally or in any personal cloud account. All work stays in the shared environment. You will need a Microsoft account (personal or work) to be granted guest access. Comfort working in Word Online with tracked changes and comments is required. Manuscript Details: Genre: Dark urban fantasy / modern supernatural drama Length: Full-length novel (approx. 146K words) Target audience: YA/Adult urban fantasy readers Tone: Intense, character-driven, modern supernatural Series placement: Book 2 of a completed three-book arc Timeline: Full engagement completed by October 15th to hold our publication window Milestones & Payment: This contract is structured in three funded milestones: First Draft Pass — Complete tracked-changes pass through the full manuscript. Second Draft Pass — Review and reconciliation following author responses to first-pass edits. Final Draft — Final proof, accepted-changes version, and delivery of summary documents. Each milestone is funded and released on delivery and review. Please include your proposed rate per milestone or total project rate in your application. Ideal Candidate Profile: Proven experience proofreading fiction manuscripts for publication Experience with series or multi-book continuity strongly preferred Deep attention to structural clarity, flow, and repetition removal Ability to elevate readability without imposing stylistic changes Comfortable working under rigid creative constraints Strong communication skills and ability to document reasoning for flagged items Responsive and consistent communication throughout the engagement — we value clear, regular check-ins Willingness to read Book 1 for continuity purposes (a copy will be provided) Experience in supernatural, fantasy, or speculative fiction is a plus but not required Confidentiality: This is an unpublished manuscript in an active franchise with a film adaptation in development. A signed NDA is required before access is granted. Contents may not be discussed, excerpted, or shared publicly, and the manuscript may not be used as a portfolio sample without written permission. Deliverables: Fully tracked-changes manuscript in SharePoint A clean "final" version with changes accepted An updated series style sheet reflecting terminology and formatting decisions A brief summary identifying any significant structural or continuity issues the authors should review, including any conflicts with Book 1 To Apply: Please briefly describe your experience with series continuity work and confirm you can work within the no-AI and SharePoint-only requirements. Applications that do not address these will not be considered.

We’re looking for an experienced book editor to help edit three non-fiction books currently in development. One of the books is approximately 150 pages, while the other two are 60–80 pages each. We’re looking for someone who can do more than just proofread. We want an editor who can provide thoughtful feedback and recommendations to improve clarity, structure, flow, and readability while preserving the author’s voice. Responsibilities: -Edit manuscripts for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and consistency -Improve sentence structure and readability -Recommend changes to strengthen organization and flow -Identify areas that need clarification or expansion -Ensure a professional, polished final manuscript -Provide comments and suggestions where appropriate Ideal Candidate: -Proven experience editing non-fiction books -Strong command of American English -Experience with developmental editing and copy editing -Able to preserve the author’s voice while improving the manuscript -Detail-oriented and communicates clearly -Experience editing business, entrepreneurship, leadership, or educational books is a plus Project Details Book #1: ~150 pages Book #2: 60–80 pages Book #3: 60–80 pages Please include: Links or samples of books you’ve edited Your editing process Estimated turnaround time Fixed-price quote (or project-based pricing) Any relevant certifications or publishing experience Preference: U.S.-based editor (or someone with extensive experience editing for the U.S. market).

Hello! I have written a 60 page ebook. I had an editor work with me on this and need another set of eyes to look over final proofing. the book is a how-to PR book and peppered with fun, PR anecdotes and client testimonials. I want someone to look over grammar, spacing, spelling and punctuation.

We are seeking an experienced proofreader for a completed 197-page nonfiction book on dog training. We are looking for someone who believes consistency matters. The manuscript is fully written, professionally laid out, and includes a table of contents, glossary, and all front and back matter. This is the final stage before publication. We are not looking for a writer or copy editor. The manuscript has already been written and is ready for a meticulous proofreading pass. Responsibilities • Correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors • Ensure consistency in punctuation, capitalization, hyphenation, and formatting • Identify typographical errors • Verify consistency in headings, chapter titles, and page references • Check the table of contents and glossary for accuracy • Flag any duplicated or missing words • Preserve the author’s voice and wording whenever possible Deliverables • Microsoft Word file using Track Changes • Clean copy with all changes accepted • Brief list of any recurring issues or questions Requirements • Native-level American English • Experience proofreading published nonfiction books • Excellent attention to detail • Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Track Changes • Familiarity with Chicago Manual of Style preferred To Apply Please include: • Examples of books you’ve proofread • Number of published books you’ve worked on • Your turnaround time • Your fixed-price quote A paid 3–5 page proofreading test will be required before hiring.

I am looking for a copy editor/ proofreader for a 20K word YA manuscript. Checking for consistency, clarity, grammar syntax and readability.

When Proofreading becomes a Treasure Hunt, money is made! This proofreading job is a real treasure hunt. The base pay is 5$ to find typos in a chapter between 3,500 and 5,500 words. For each error found in the text, 10¢ is added as a bonus, so a proofreader can make as much money as there are legitimate errors found and noted in red ink in the hard copy (no digital copy will be provided). Proofreaders who show exceptional skill at discerning the most invisible of typos will be privileged to take on additional chapters on upcoming projects in the future. Proofreaders will be provided with a checklist to assist in methodically hunting for potential errors. Note also that finding 80% of typos is a requirement for job fulfillment, not an option. Finding 95% of errors will add an extra 5$ bonus on top of the 10¢ per error found Treasure Hunt Maximal Pay Formula is: 5$+5$+10¢X=______ $ Requirements are access to an unabridged dictionary, an ability to cull at least 90% of all typos, and lastly, an interest in fantastical literature. If you can handle these basics for being an effective proofreader, send us a note.

I need beta readers for an on going basis. Each book ranges in topics from YA to fantasy to romance to mystery. Looking for people LONG TERM. At least two books beta'd per contract. Your job is to read the book and then fill out a two page summary worksheet about how and where the author can improve. I'd also like a list of 20-30 grammatical errors you find while reading. Typically, you need to be able to read a book in about a week and submit the report at that time. I'm opening up for new readers. I need four and will have you do a trial assignment (with pay). Looking for people that love to read and get a little on the side. Pay is between $5-$9 per book. Experienced betas that go above and beyond in their reporting (10 pages+) will each up to 5x more. Let me know if you have questions! Please include how long it typically takes you to read a 400 page book. Also, please note if there are any genres you DO NOT read. Thanks! ALSO - if you can't read and complete within a week don't bother to apply.