As well as proofreading your document for errors and inconsistencies, I can expertly edit your work. I will restructure your writing to ensure that your words flow smoothly and your vocabulary is accurate and varied. I will also refine your tone and adapt the content to achieve your aims.

My Editing Package Includes:

Correct typos
Correct basic grammar (unless changes affect author/character voice)
Correct punctuation
Correct nonverbal dialogue tags (“I don’t care what you do,” he shrugged.)
Make style consistent: spelling, capitalization, hyphens, dashes, italics, ellipses, etc.
Flag content inconsistency from chapter to chapter: character hair colour, eye colour, ages, wardrobe, motivations, setting, etc.
Verify basic facts (i.e., geography, dates, accuracy of plot timeline)
Flag tracking/continuity problems
Flag plot holes
Flag potential libel (disparaging remarks about real places/people)
Flag any potential copyright issues (song lyrics, poetry, advertising jingles, extensive/numerous excerpts from other publication(s), photos/artwork, other copyrighted material not owned by the author)

Flag confirmed anachronisms
Flag repetition (both content and verbal) and offer solutions
Flag ambiguous vocabulary (and offer solutions)
Flag awkward phrasing (and offer solutions)

Editing Pricing

I will give you a tailored quotation for each of your projects but here is roughly what I will charge you.

If your project is more than 20,000 words or you can guarantee continuous work, we can chat about a unique package tailor-made for you.
An additional $5 will be charged per 1000 words if you submit a PDF file.
If you are based in South Africa, please let me know and I will give you a custom ZAR quotation – no problem! This will include a discount as our transaction will incur fewer charges.

Editing:

Proofreading charge + $8 per 1000 words

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