I’m looking for an experienced proofreader and editor to review my completed short novel, approximately 73,000 words / 200 pages in length. The story is fiction, rich in character development and narrative depth, and I need a professional who can help me polish it to a publishable standard.
What I need from you:
Comprehensive proofreading for grammar, punctuation, spelling, and syntax Copy-editing for clarity, consistency, tone, and flow Attention to voice and style, preserving the author's narrative tone Suggestions for sentence structure, dialogue, or word choice improvements Clear track changes and comments in Microsoft Word
Ideal candidate: Proven experience editing fiction (please provide samples or references) Strong command of English grammar and narrative techniques Sensitive to the tone and pacing of fiction writing Able to deliver high-quality edits within an agreed timeline
Timeline: I would like to begin as soon as possible, with a delivery deadline of [insert deadline here, e.g., 4 weeks from start].
Please include in your proposal: A brief introduction and relevant experience Examples of past fiction work (ideally novels or novellas) Your estimated timeframe for delivery
Your fee for the entire project
Looking forward to working with someone who shares a passion for storytelling and understands the importance of preserving a writer’s voice while refining the craft.
