Polish My Family Story
Budget: $250 – $750 USD
I have completed a heartfelt family story and now need a fresh pair of expert eyes to polish it before I share it with relatives. The manuscript is already written; what I’m looking for is a careful, line-by-line review that lifts the prose without losing my voice.
Here’s what I’d like from you:
• Correct every grammar, spelling, and punctuation slip you spot.
• Smooth awkward sentence structures so the narrative flows naturally.
• Flag any inconsistencies in timeline, character details, or tone, and suggest fixes.
• Return two files: one with tracked changes and comments, and a final clean version ready for print or digital sharing.
The story runs about 25,000 words. I wrote it in Word, so please use Track Changes for all edits. A quick note on voice: it’s informal and warm, but I’m open to your professional judgment if you see spots where a tighter or lighter tone would help.
Experience with memoirs or family histories is a plus, as is a sharp eye for narrative continuity. If you can turn this around within two weeks and include a short sample edit of one page, we’ll get started right away.
Here’s what I’d like from you:
• Correct every grammar, spelling, and punctuation slip you spot.
• Smooth awkward sentence structures so the narrative flows naturally.
• Flag any inconsistencies in timeline, character details, or tone, and suggest fixes.
• Return two files: one with tracked changes and comments, and a final clean version ready for print or digital sharing.
The story runs about 25,000 words. I wrote it in Word, so please use Track Changes for all edits. A quick note on voice: it’s informal and warm, but I’m open to your professional judgment if you see spots where a tighter or lighter tone would help.
Experience with memoirs or family histories is a plus, as is a sharp eye for narrative continuity. If you can turn this around within two weeks and include a short sample edit of one page, we’ll get started right away.