You’ve either got the words and need me to polish them, or, you’ve got the idea and need the words. Am I right?
Take a scroll through how I can help you with your words and decide which option best suits you. You will find information about pricing at the bottom.
One thing to note is that I can write and edit in US/UK/AUS English.
Proofreading
This is the last step before you publish or submit your work. This option is for work that is already fairly polished and only requires checking for minor errors in grammar, punctuation, typography, formatting and spelling. This service is for manuscripts / theses / articles / blogs etc. that are in their final draft stage and are well-written.
Indeed, I can proofread your document at any stage of your process, but you will gain the most from this service if it is in its final draft.
My Proofreading Service 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.
Email abi@tweakedediting.com to book your project in.
Editing
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)
Copy & Content Writing
Need words? I’ve got them.
Blogs, emails and magazine articles are my specialty. The best way forward is to contact me via email and let’s discuss your needs.
abi@tweakedediting.com
Pricing
I will give you a tailored quotation for each of your projects but here are some important things to note and roughly what I’ll charge you.
Proofreading: $24 per 1000 words
Editing: Proofreading charge + $8 per 1000 words
Writing: Every project is different and it’s almost impossible to give you an idea of what I will charge. It is best to email me but if you’re the type who needs some kind of idea, I’d say work on $30/hour. P.s. I’m a pretty fast writer.
- 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.