Proofreading is the final stage in the editing process. Proofreaders look for any mistakes that may have slipped through previous editing phases, such as spelling, grammar, punctuation, and consistency. This is the last chance to catch any mistakes before publication.
A proofreader helps ensure your writing is polished, professional, and error-free, which boosts your credibility and helps you make a strong impression. When you’re too close to your work, it’s easy to miss mistakes; a fresh, unbiased set of eyes can catch errors and clarify your message.
Proofreaders go beyond what automated tools can do, catching subtle issues and ensuring your content meets formatting or citation standards. Hiring a proofreader can save you time, money, and potential embarrassment.
Proofreaders provide a final layer of quality control. They make sure your writing is clear and as error-free as humanly possible. They check for grammar, punctuation, spelling, and consistency, helping your work appear professional and trustworthy.
For writers, this means:
- Consistency: Ensuring style, tone, and formatting align with your goals or guidelines.
- Clarity: Making sure your message is easy to understand.
- Credibility: Removing distracting mistakes that could damage your reputation.
- Confidence: Knowing your work is ready to be published.
As long as your book is a clean read (meaning no graphic sex scenes or crude language), I would love to talk to you about working together.
I do not work on homework or academic papers.
I prefer to work in Microsoft Word. It allows me to use Track Changes, so you can see the edits I make. It allows you the option of accepting or rejecting those changes.
However, I also work with PDFs, highlighting and leaving comments as necessary.
For manuscripts: After your manuscript has been through other rounds of editing. As a proofreader, I’m only looking for little mistakes that may have found their way through other editing phases.
Usually, authors start with developmental editing, then copyediting, before proofreading. There’s also line editing, which focuses on word choices.
Once these edits are complete, fill out the form on my booking page, and then send your manuscript.
For all other documents: Fill out the form on the booking page, and send your document(s) once the form has been completed.
I invoice through Wave, which accepts all major credit cards. You do not need an account with Wave to accept or pay your invoice.
