Novel Manuscript Editor for English Market
Budget: $750 – $1,500 USD
We are seeking a highly skilled Fiction Literary Editor to refine and polish a translated novel manuscript for the English-speaking market. This role goes beyond standard proofreading; we need a creative partner who can elevate the prose, ensure stylistic consistency, and adapt the literary characteristics of the work to resonate deeply with English-speaking readers and Western literary culture.
Key Responsibilities:
Stylistic Polishing: Enhance the rhythm, flow, and elegance of the prose while maintaining the author’s unique voice.
Cultural Adaptation: Refine nuances, idioms, and narrative structures to ensure they are impactful and intuitive for an English-reading audience.
Substantive Editing: Provide feedback on "literary" elements, such as the depth of imagery, character interiority, and thematic resonance.
Detailed Proofreading: Conduct a thorough sweep for grammar, punctuation, and syntax to ensure a high-standard, publication-ready manuscript.
Voice Preservation: Balance the need for cultural "translatability" with the preservation of the original narrative's soul and atmosphere.
Required Qualifications:
Native-level fluency in English with a deep understanding of contemporary English literary trends and reader expectations.
Proven experience in literary fiction editing (please provide a portfolio or list of edited titles).
A keen eye for voice and style—you should be able to identify and enhance the "musicality" of a sentence.
Experience with cross-cultural literature or translations is a significant plus.
Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, respectful approach to an author’s work.
Project Details:
Genre: Contemporary Fiction
Length: 32000
Format: Digital (Microsoft Word Track Changes or Google Docs)
Key Responsibilities:
Stylistic Polishing: Enhance the rhythm, flow, and elegance of the prose while maintaining the author’s unique voice.
Cultural Adaptation: Refine nuances, idioms, and narrative structures to ensure they are impactful and intuitive for an English-reading audience.
Substantive Editing: Provide feedback on "literary" elements, such as the depth of imagery, character interiority, and thematic resonance.
Detailed Proofreading: Conduct a thorough sweep for grammar, punctuation, and syntax to ensure a high-standard, publication-ready manuscript.
Voice Preservation: Balance the need for cultural "translatability" with the preservation of the original narrative's soul and atmosphere.
Required Qualifications:
Native-level fluency in English with a deep understanding of contemporary English literary trends and reader expectations.
Proven experience in literary fiction editing (please provide a portfolio or list of edited titles).
A keen eye for voice and style—you should be able to identify and enhance the "musicality" of a sentence.
Experience with cross-cultural literature or translations is a significant plus.
Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, respectful approach to an author’s work.
Project Details:
Genre: Contemporary Fiction
Length: 32000
Format: Digital (Microsoft Word Track Changes or Google Docs)