Meticulous Proofread of Short Story
Budget: $10 – $30 USD
My creative manuscript—fewer than 5,000 words—needs a precise, line-by-line proofread. Every sentence should be checked for grammar, spelling, punctuation, clarity, and internal consistency while preserving the voice and rhythm of the original prose. I rely on you to flag even subtle slips, suggest smoother phrasing where flow stalls, and leave the tone untouched.
Please work in a word-processor that supports Track Changes so I can review every modification. Inline edits are great for straightforward fixes; use brief margin comments when a decision or alternative wording deserves explanation. Once complete, export both the marked-up file and a clean, ready-to-publish version. A short paragraph summing up the main issues you uncovered will help me learn from the process.
Experience with fiction or other creative writing is essential, and familiarity with style guides such as Chicago will be an advantage. A background in academic or professional editing is welcome too; your eye for detail is what matters most.
Deliverables
• Edited manuscript with Track Changes
• Final clean copy
• One-page editorial summary
I look forward to polishing this story together.
Please work in a word-processor that supports Track Changes so I can review every modification. Inline edits are great for straightforward fixes; use brief margin comments when a decision or alternative wording deserves explanation. Once complete, export both the marked-up file and a clean, ready-to-publish version. A short paragraph summing up the main issues you uncovered will help me learn from the process.
Experience with fiction or other creative writing is essential, and familiarity with style guides such as Chicago will be an advantage. A background in academic or professional editing is welcome too; your eye for detail is what matters most.
Deliverables
• Edited manuscript with Track Changes
• Final clean copy
• One-page editorial summary
I look forward to polishing this story together.