Proofreading is the process of reviewing a written work and marking any errors found. It is the final stage in the editing process before a work goes public. This is because, even after undergoing previous edits, some errors can still get missed. Proofreading, then, is the last opportunity to catch those errors before publishing.

Proofreading involves finding and correcting problems with:
•Grammar
•Punctuation
•Capitalization
•Consistency
•Extra/Missing Words
•Overused Words/Phrases
•Redundancy
•Spelling
•Typos
•Word Usage

Proofreading does not include:
•Critiquing          •Content Editing          •Rewriting

I am a general proofreader, meaning I proofread a wide variety of writing, from academic papers to full-length books and anything in between. 

My standard rate is $0.015* per word. I prefer charging by the word because it allows a clear understanding of what my total cost will be for your project. For example: If your word count is 10,000 words, my total cost would be $150.00.

For further information regarding my rates, check here.

* This is the standard rate. Be advised that highly technical projects or projects requiring a rushed turnaround may be quoted at a slightly higher rate to compensate. For an exact quote on your project, please fill out the Contact Me form.

Yes, I offer free sample proofreading! I will proofread up to 750 words of your project, under no obligation.

Simply fill out the “Contact Me” form located here with “Sample Proofread Request” as the email subject. Provide details about your project, such as type of content (essay, blog post, book manuscript, etc.), total word count, format (Word document, Google Docs, PDF, etc.), project deadline, and any other pertinent information. I will then respond either accepting or rejecting your request (depending largely on my current workload and your deadline requirements), and if I am able to accept, I will then provide instructions on how to send your sample selection to me. 

Fill out the Contact Me form located here and provide details about your project—type of content (essay, blog post, book manuscript, etc.), total word count, format (Word document, Google Docs, PDF, etc.), project deadline, and any other pertinent information. I will then create and send a contract outlining the scope of work to be performed, the agreed upon cost, the set deadline, and payment plan.* Once you’ve reviewed and signed the contract, I will begin working on your project!

* For large projects, I will require a percentage of the payment up front with the remaining percentage to follow upon completion of the project.

Unless you request otherwise, all payments are handled securely through PayPal. This allows you to pay through your own PayPal account or with your preferred credit card. I do, however, have a couple of clients who prefer to pay by check, and I am happy to accommodate such wishes.

Absolutely! I have collaborated on several projects with Mandi at Red Quill Co. LLC. Specializing in Developmental Editing and Copy/Line Editing, Mandi is an excellent and knowledgeable editor who can help take your work to the next level. Ask her about her new client discount, and don’t forget to tell her that I sent you!