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Proof reading a 50,000 word book

$250-750 USD

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Hello, I am looking for an experienced editor/proof reader for a 50,000 word book, preferably with a background in social science, politics, and/or history. The language is not overly technical, and the book is designed for a general audience.
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hi mark harrington here, australian, i'd be happy to help my bid is for 11usd per 1000 words and platform fee, proofreading is one of my main jobs here, i find it's usually better to divide the task into multiple small projects as opposed to one large project, but both options are possible
$310 USD in 10 days
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Hi there, For accurate high-quality proofreading contact me. I am a native English speaker and I have over 8 years of experience as a writer and editor. I read through all content a minimum of three times to ensure it is error free. My proofreading includes line editing to catch all spelling, punctuation and grammatical errors, as well as checking for correct word choice. I look forward to working with you.
$250 USD in 3 days
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I'm a copy editor of more than 10 years' experience, including three years on Freelancer. I have copy edited about 60 books, both fiction and non-fiction. My BA included papers in biblical history, psychology and anthropology, and I have a certificate in technical writing. I am currently the copy editor for the International Journal of Wellbeing.
$500 USD in 10 days
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Hi there I have 10 years' experience of editing both fiction and non-fiction publications, as well as academic manuscripts. I have a Master's in English Language and Linguistics, and was a lecturer before going freelance. As I was also in a managerial role, I oversaw thesis submissions across all humanities departments, including history. As a result, even though my own subject is linguistics, I have seen a number of pieces of work within history and social science. I provide an extremely detailed proofreading and editing service, including linguistic and structural focuses; I can also help with preparation for publication. Let me know if you'd like to discuss further / arrange for me to a short sample edit for you; I'm always happy to do this. Many Thanks Simon Richardson
$500 USD in 7 days
4.9 (147 reviews)
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Hello There, Desource ensure that any translation proofreading work is as fluent to read in another language as it is in its native tongue. Best Regards. Supriyo
$850 USD in 10 days
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Sentence structure, grammar, spellings, typos and choice of most appropriate word will be taken care of. Regards
$250 USD in 7 days
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I have read through your project description and it is quite interesting. As an editor and one who has a background in social sciences (Accounting and MBA), I have all it takes to execute this project to your ultimate satisfaction. Having won some proofreading and writing competitions and completed a lot of proofreading task (thesis, dissertations, projects, manuscripts, essays, ebooks, articles, blogs, novels, journals, newspapers, website contents, white papers emails, etc), I will definitely be the best freelancer to proofread your document based on the deadline provided. I will also provide "comments" if the need arises in the course of proofreading/editing your document. Do contact me.
$750 USD in 10 days
4.9 (120 reviews)
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Hi, I’m Bella. Congratulations on finishing a book. I have enjoyed working with budding and experienced non-fiction authors. Books I have proofread include: - ‘Roots: Memoirs of two cities’ by Collin Chee, - Two of the ‘Single and Blessed’ series by Rebecca Kay, and - ‘Dongbeihua: The Dialect of North-East China’ by Dennis Behnke. Could you please clarify what type of editing you are needing? i.e. copy editing or just proofreading. Proofreading is the final step before publication. Before embarking on proofreading your draft should be as complete as you can make it. Proofreading includes: - Removing and correcting errors in spelling, punctuation and grammar. - Checking different fonts, paragraph indents and obvious layout issues such as line spacing and paragraph breaks. Copy editing involves reading through the content for clarity, readability, and consistency, as well as everything that falls under proofreading. Copy editing includes: - Proofreading. - Correcting sentence structure. - Rewriting for clarity. - Making it easier to read by removing redundant words and jargon. - Checking for inconsistencies. I look forward to hearing from you.
$750 USD in 14 days
4.9 (97 reviews)
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Dear Employers, This is Janelle H. I would like to apply for this Proofreading a 50,000-word book job position. I have just checked your project very deeply. As in your project description, you have described that you want to proofread 50K words of a book. I have done this type of project before. I have been working on proofreading for 10 years. I have initially estimated a deadline for this task. I could perfectly deliver this project in 15 days. I am a highly experienced professional with years of experience in proofreading and editing across all markets. From business to business, fiction, and promotional materials, I have an eye for detail and a deep understanding of the reader’s experience. My work is exemplary, and I focus not just on the grammatical needs of any project, but that it delivers readability for your intended audience, an aspect that many do not pay attention to. I deliver the quality outcomes you need every time. If you're looking for quality proofreader help, please feel free to knock me! Best regards, Janelle H.
$777 USD in 15 days
4.9 (55 reviews)
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Hi! My current bid is based on an estimate of 20 hours of work at a rate of 2500 words/hour; once I've taken a look at the manuscript and have a better feel for the level of proofreading you need and want, I can adjust my bid accordingly. My original background is in English and Environmental Sciences, but I've also taught Math and a variety of other disciplines at the community college level, which means I'm quite comfortable helping ensure your content is approachable by a general audience. (Though if that's what you're looking for in this project, that sounds more like a mix of developmental and line editing than pure proofreading; if that is what you want, we can discuss that as well.) Please don't hesitate to reach out so we can discuss further; I'm happy to share samples of relevant work once I know more. Thanks much for your consideration, and I hope to talk more soon!
$800 USD in 10 days
4.9 (17 reviews)
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Hello, this is Al, a full-time freelance editor, with years of experience editing content in the field of social sciences. I’m interested to know more about your project. I'd be happy to assist you in proofing your 50,000-word book in 15 weekdays. I'm an experienced copyeditor, proofreader, translator, indexer, and layout specialist of MS Word book file format, compatible with .docx, .pdf, and .html formats intended for print and e-publishing. I look forward to working with you.
$750 USD in 15 days
4.9 (53 reviews)
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Hi there, I am highly passionate in providing high quality edited books. Please check below samples and let me have your thoughts. I will love to assist you in this project. Thanks, Revival
$250 USD in 5 days
4.9 (74 reviews)
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I am a highly experienced editor and proofreader. I work in all genres. English is my native language and I have studied it and its application at a tertiary level. I'd be happy to discuss your project and timeline requirements in chat. Please view my profile and feedback for more details about myself.
$250 USD in 4 days
4.9 (133 reviews)
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Dear Friend: As a seasoned editor and an avid reader, I will ensure that your book meets the highest standards with precise formatting and flawless language. See what my clients are saying: https://www.freelancer.com/u/Zackkhan19#/reviews My bid includes: 1. 2 rounds of proofreading 2. Formatting (kindle, paperback) 3. Your document will be 100% error free 4. Recommendations on style, clarity and sentence structure 5. Formatting is done according to the prescribed guidelines 6. Your work is ALWAYS private If you still need someone, I would love to help, like I have helped 100s of clients before you. I look forward to hear back from you. Kind regards, Zack Khan
$772 USD in 10 days
5.0 (29 reviews)
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I am an experienced and qualified member of the Society for Editors & Proofreaders in the UK, a qualified editor and proofreader with experience of working in either UK or US English. My experience covers editing and proofreading of several biographies and novels (fiction and non-fiction) for publishing companies and independent authors from various countries. I also have significant experience of editing and developing business documents for organisations. All of my customers have provided excellent feedback on the quality, clarity and added value of my work. I have also been awarded ‘difficult’ projects due to my thoroughness and eye for detail. I pride myself on doing an excellent job, my reliability and meeting tight deadlines. I can proofread your work in Word with tracked changes or in PDF using comment boxes or BSI proofreading symbols. My services for this project include proofreading, working to or developing a style guide, suggesting improvements on consistency, style, formatting, layout, design etc. I am keen to learn more about your project, so please feel free to contact me to discuss further and learn more about my services.
$388 USD in 10 days
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Hello! My name is Jackie, and I would love to proofread and edit your book. I'm a native English speaker with impeccable grammar skills. I also have a keen eye and ear for characterization, voice, flow, sentence structure, story arc, and plot. Perfect prose is my passion--I have copy-edited and line-edited more than 20 novels, self-help books, screenplays, children's books, academic journal articles, newspaper/magazine articles, and business publications. I am also a writer and staff copy editor with three local publications in my city, and I have worked as a newspaper journalist and editor in the past. My BA is in English with a concentration in creative writing. While I don't have a professional background in social science, politics, or history, I have a personal interest in those topics and would be very interested in reading your book. I would be more than happy to edit a sample of your writing free of charge in order for you to determine if I am a fit for your needs. I also have samples of my prior work available in the Portfolio section of my Freelancer profile, and will happily provide references upon request. I typically charge between $.008 to .025/word, depending on how intensive the editing need is and what type of editing is desired. On average, I can copy edit 2,300 words of text in one hour. Since I don't know the precise level of editing needed, my current bid is only an estimate. I look forward to hearing from you!
$444 USD in 14 days
4.9 (14 reviews)
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Dear client I am an expert proofreader and editor, I would like to extend my service for your project. I am keen in paying close attention to the tasks assigned to me. I have successfully completed numerous projects and now available to start immediately. I ensure quality work within deadline. Let us talk about our collaboration. Thanks
$250 USD in 5 days
4.9 (77 reviews)
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Wait! Don't reject my bid because it's higher than some. You need what I have to offer: Accuracy, an affinity for choosing just the right words, and creative solutions to structural and clarity problems. They say you get what you pay for, but in my case you get MORE than what you pay for. I edit a book at least three times and sound out each sentence in my mind to be sure the language has impact with readers. Send me a sample to edit for FREE and see why you should choose me for your project. Talk to you soon! -- David Gaskill
$800 USD in 10 days
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Dear Employer! I will be doing content writing on any given topic in the most engaging way. Content writing is not about writing content it’s about how long you can stop people to read your content. So, I will help you to post such content on your website or blog
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Hi. Although I live in Brazil now, I´m an American editor and proofreader, a native English speaker with excellent language skills and years of experience at correcting and improving books and texts of all kinds. While my university training was mostly in engineering, I have studied history and social sciences extensively since then, and I´m familiar with the concepts and terminology required. This is the area where humans seem to have the most problems, working together and finding trustworthy leaders. I´d really like to know more about what you´ve written, and I´d be glad to help you perfect the book and get it published. Please contact me for further discussion, something tells me it´s going to be interesting. Best, David
$300 USD in 10 days
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Hello, Hope you are doing great!! I have gone through your job description, as per your job requirement you need to /proofreader for a 50,000-word book. I am a professional a and passionate content writer and proofreader having more than 8 years of experience and completed more than 950+ projects based on content writing and proofreading have written 543 Manual Rewriting,434 Articles, 356 Copywriting, 421 guest posts, long-form blogs,283 Ghostwriting,176 Research Writing etc. I can assure you that I will provide you a quality result based on your requirements. Best Regards
$555 USD in 10 days
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