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$750-1500 USD

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Posted about 3 years ago

$750-1500 USD

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We are a Book Publisher located in central Florida. We are looking for a few excellent book copy editors, to assist with overflow editorial work, and to be part of our publishing services team. Must have a current working knowledge of Chicago Manual of Style and have a history of working on biographies, self-help, and novels. Maintaining an Authors' voice is critical to this role. Open to an hourly rate or by the word payment arrangements. Please specify your preference and rate. Please state your history, experience, location. We are a Mac based house and prefer our freelances to be the same, however willing to discuss alternatives. All edits are performed in Word or Pages. If you have Adobe InDesign experience please highlight experience and skill level.
Project ID: 28935066

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Good Day! We understand that you are seeking an English Proofreader. We are a team on native translators and proofreader. We are absolutely perfect for this project. We work professionally and efficiently to deliver a standard of work that will satisfy your needs and requirements. We take a great pride in producing work that is grammatically correct, Punctuated and free of spelling errors. We are available to Proofread and Edit different type of texts: • Essays • Articles • Poetry • Speeches • Short Stories • Novels • Dramas • Books • And others All documents will have a privacy guarantee. We care deeply about our clients’ satisfaction and success. We will lead you to your goal. If you have any questions regarding our service, feel free to send me a message! We look forward to hearing from you. Best wishes! SRplanet
$750 USD in 1 day
5.0 (43 reviews)
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Hello There, We will proofread your materials more precisely. We will correct punctuation, spelling, and grammar and ensure that all fonts, margins, indentations, and other formatting elements are used consistently. Your information will be effectively organized and white space will balance your content. ‘Track Changes’, we will provide you with an edited document. Changes and corrections will be easy to identify. I will refine the edited version to finish the process. Our native speaker has advanced skills in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint will make your documents polished and professional. We are dedicated to satisfying my clients with delivery of quality results. We can ensure you the best quality as we are experienced in this section. Cheers, Textbuzz team--
$750 USD in 1 day
5.0 (82 reviews)
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Hello There, I will find your spelling and grammar errors and also will improve the cohesive structure of your documents. My most substantial areas are editing for grammar, spelling, punctuation, style and cohesion and content development. My goal is to grow your work and make it shine. All of this will be delivered back to you, clean and polished! I always offer on-time and often ahead of schedule. After editing, I will send you two documents: One document with Microsoft track changes to show you the work I have done and a clean copy that you can work. Please check some of my previous proofreading and editing projects: https://www.freelancer.com/projects/proofreading/english-language-proof-reading/reviews https://www.freelancer.com/projects/english-us/Project-for-Arif-20287852/details https://www.freelancer.com/projects/articles/Proof-Read-Edit-Commercial-Proposal/details https://www.freelancer.com/projects/article-rewriting/Rewrite-Professional-Article/reviews Please ask me any question you may have, I will answer promptly. Thanks" A B M A Y--
$750 USD in 1 day
4.9 (100 reviews)
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Hi, I am very interested in this copy editing project. I am a PhD Book Editor with 20 years' proofreading and copy editing experience across all genres. I have also published over 70 research papers and several book chapters. I am a native english speaker based in Dublin, Ireland. I am not a Mac user and always track changes in Word. Please check out my reviews and we can discuss further via chat. Price per word $0.013 but open to negotiation. Thanks
$750 USD in 7 days
5.0 (26 reviews)
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Hi, We are an award-winning team of professional editors and proofreaders that has revised documents for many clients. Our proofreaders will thoroughly review your document, track their changes, and email it to you. All orders are covered by our 100% satisfaction guarantee. It would be a pleasure to work with you. Cheers! i-Translators
$750 USD in 2 days
4.7 (119 reviews)
6.4
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Hello there! How many words are there in total? I have expertise in structural editing, copy-editing and proofreading, across both fiction and non-fiction. I bring this experience to every document I work on, to help authors and publishers produce the best document possible, and to provide error-free copy to deadline. I love working across multiple genres but my favorite’s genre and area of expertise is crime, suspense and thrillers. I’ll make your words sing and maintain your voice while keeping your grammar, syntax, and mechanics accurate. I’ll provide you with valuable notes from my complete manuscript evaluation to help you advance your project toward publication. Thanks and kind regards Syeda
$750 USD in 5 days
4.8 (69 reviews)
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Hi! I prefer to work on fixed budget and I charge $30 per 1000 words. I am a native speaker and a professional Writer/editor (copy, line/substantive, content, and technical editing) and proofreader offering a wealth of experience writing a wide variety of written material. I strive for complete accuracy and the highest degree of professionalism in the work I complete. QUALITY is my second name. I am also a passionate perfectionist when it comes to a succinct, well-written and mistake-free document. First impressions are always important. As a writer, you want the reader to understand your writing, not misinterpret it. I can help you make that happen. Here is what I can do for you: 1. Elaborate concepts and the structure of the narrative. 2. Proofread for grammatical consistency. 3. Rewrite to explain the concept clearly 4. Identify and highlight ideas that will help readers understand the story better. About me. I am a professional writer and have written/edited more than 100 books. I would be glad to assist. Please feel free to message me. Regards, Zohaab
$750 USD in 7 days
4.6 (44 reviews)
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Book Copy Editor Dear client, I have read your project and understood and I can be of great help since I have the skills it takes to deliver on the project with enough experience. Consider coming for a chat to discuss about your project, or reach me at https://www.freelancer.com/hireme/mogakajoash2000
$750 USD in 1 day
4.9 (42 reviews)
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Hi, I am a dedicated English editor, with many years of editing and writing experience, I am dedicated to providing a unique and excellent work to my clients. If you need your content to be well edited, proofread and copyedited, you can count on me because I will deliver a 100% zero error free document or book to you. I promise you that, you won't regret hiring me :)
$750 USD in 5 days
4.7 (39 reviews)
5.3
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Hi I have read your project details and found myself eligible for this task. I am an experienced creative writer, I have been working in the writing industry for the last 10 years and have written and edited many e-books, manuscripts, scriptwriting, novels, screenplay, biography, short stories, and other forms of creative writing for my multiple clients and made them fully satisfied. I will be focusing on correcting superficial errors in spelling, grammar, syntax, punctuation, typos, formatting issues, and inconsistencies to make it easier to understand, better organized, and more suitable for the audience. I preferred to work on fixed budget and my price is $30 per 1000 words Meet me in the chat. Regards, Moiz
$750 USD in 2 days
4.8 (33 reviews)
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✅ ⭐✅ ⭐✅ ⭐Hello there,"We are VERIFIED by Freelancer staff" I have read the details of your project description and I assure you that I am the right person for this job and you would like to Book Copy Editor services. I'm a freelance professional proofreader and will happily refer to myself as a grammar nerd. I've always had a penchant for spotting errors so decided to turn my eagle-eye(edness) into a career. I had taught writing skills to students in different Universities.I'm ready to checked several documents like business Books,letters,Applications,Articles,Thesis,Websites, case studies, position papers, proposals, research reports, resumes, essays etc and it all helps me polish your document fast so that it shines for you. What you will receive: -One document edited using MS Word Track Changes -One document with all edits accepted and comments removed -Screenshot of track changes panel Please check some of my previous Proofreading project: https://www.freelancer.com/projects/translation/would-like-hire-Proofreader-14918404/reviews https://www.freelancer.com/projects/Proofreading/Proofread-Something-12637946/reviews https://www.freelancer.com/projects/editing/Edit-Document-20565870/reviews https://www.freelancer.com/projects/proofreading/Format-Proofread-list-publications/reviews Best Regards, Eng. Arif
$750 USD in 3 days
4.8 (45 reviews)
5.2
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Hello, I am an experienced, UK-based Proofreader with an exceptional eye for detail, spotting even the most inconspicuous of errors with ease, diligence and care. I will proofread and offer timely feedback on grammar, punctuation, syntax and spelling. I will also endeavor to help you with the clarity of your piece, to ensure that your written work is flawless and a delight to read. I can complete 10k/day. On-time delivery is guaranteed! Regards, Joanne.
$750 USD in 7 days
4.2 (27 reviews)
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Hello there, I’m very interested in offering my services as an experienced copyeditor to assist you with your publishing projects. Based in Canada, I’m a skilled and experienced writer, proofreader, and editor with a B.A. in English and a degree in Creative Communications. With 15 years’ experience, I’ve completed hundreds of assignments in a broad range of genres, both as a journalist and as a freelancer. My experience includes: • Original article writing, proofreading, and editing • Website and blog content creation, proofreading, and editing • Article rewriting, proofreading, and editing • Copyediting academic papers, essays, letters of intent for students • Journalism (research, writing, and editing for the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation) I know how important the right choice of words can be! That’s why I write with care, proofread and edit meticulously, and work to your specifications. Be assured that your voice, vision, and style will be a priority for me. I deliver high-quality content that is clear, compelling, and engaging. I proofread and edit for spelling, punctuation, grammar, and syntax. I then refine for clarity, style, consistency, and flow. I track all edits, allowing you to ensure my work meets your expectations. The result: a polished, professional product of outstanding quality that you’ll be proud of. Let’s chat to discuss your project. I know I can do it justice! Please see samples of my work at https://www.freelancer.com/u/kwilso
$750 USD in 7 days
4.8 (14 reviews)
4.6
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Hi, I have an MSc in Business Administration! I have 12 years of experience as a website content rewriter. I write fluent, collegiate U.S. English, and I am comfortable with nearly every topic, format and set of standards. It’s all about having the soul of a storyteller and a passion for the material. I have this intuition, and I have the creative spark to create the story, book or e-book you desire. You need only give me a few words, and I can spend them into an epic tale for the ages. Please check out my profile, I have done similar work with great results for clients. Thanks :)
$750 USD in 5 days
4.7 (7 reviews)
3.9
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I have ghost written 4 novels and 3 nonfiction books. I self-edit them so I know how to spot the errors and how to correct them.
$1,125 USD in 7 days
5.0 (7 reviews)
3.7
3.7
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Hello there, I’m a Proofreader an absolute fluent in the English language.I believe I would be the perfect choice for the work. I have more than 8 years worth of experience in Technical, Medical, Poetry, Novel, Property-management and law document translation and proofreading. I can ensure you about the quality and perfection. Please let me know what is the total word count of the work I CAN GUARANTEE YOUR PROJECT WILL BE COMPLETED WITHIN THE GIVEN TIMELINE; IF NOT PRIOR TO IT. I am a clients first kind of person so rest assured, your satisfaction is my goal in life. Revisions are done till you are satisfied with the end product. Eagerly waiting for your response. I appreciate your time and consideration in advance. With Best Regards!! Brianna Diaz
$750 USD in 1 day
5.0 (6 reviews)
3.3
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Hello. I am excited and confident to offer my proofreading and copy editing services. Based on my skill set, I can competently complete a 95,000-word novel in 12 days. Constructive and respectful feedback will be submitted from an objective perspective. My experience includes proofreading and editing a published romance novel, a Christian book, resumes, research papers, college admission essay, and blog articles. My review includes the following: Grammar Syntax Punctuation Marks Capitalization Spelling Typographical Errors Sentence Structure In addition, I can provide insights on the following: Consistently Redundancy Misused Words Frequently Used Words (Crutch Words) Contradictions Alternative Words POV I use a 2020 Apple MacBook Air. I am comfortable in using Chicago Manual of Style and the Associate Press Stylebook. Once I complete my review, I will submit the following: 1. A Word document with Track Changes 2. A clean and final Word document. I look forward to discussing your project in detail and working with you. Many thanks. Fatima
$750 USD in 12 days
5.0 (2 reviews)
3.1
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Hello, As an accomplished and focused professional with a meticulous attention to detail coupled with extensive experience proofreading a variety of publications and communication vehicles to ensure grammatically flawless content, I feel confident that I could vastly exceed your expectations for this task. My background comprises more than seven years of experience editing and proofreading both short- and long-form content prior to publication to detect and remedy errors, position text and images correctly, and eliminate confusing terms. I have an experience of professional proofreading and editing services for authors of research, business, financial, technical, publication and all other kinds of written proposals. I have also done proofread and edit different Books, Scripts, Manuscripts, Novels, Biographies, Dissertations, PhD theses, Essays, Research papers, Personal statements, Research proposals, Journal articles, Academic manuscripts for different multinational clients. I am well aware of the IEEE, APA, MLA, Chicago, Harvard, and other referencing styles. Thank you for the time you invested in my proposal. If you are trying to find someone skillful and hardworking, that’s me. I am hoping to hear from you soon. Knock me for further discussions of your project via chat. Regards, Abdul A.
$750 USD in 2 days
4.2 (2 reviews)
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Puedo escribir contenido para tu editorial, hace dos años me dedico a escribir constantemente historias, cuentos, etc, y me siento muy capacitada para hacerlo en tiempo y forma.
$1,125 USD in 7 days
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I Am a native English speaking copywriter and marketing professional based in the UK. I have a great deal of experience crafting and proofreading copy, including rewriting in US English. You haven't mentioned word count so it is hard to quote this project but please let me know if you wish to discuss. My hourly rate is $20 - 30 per hour depending on the complexity of the work.
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