Academic & Nonfiction Proofreading

Starting at

$

40

/hr

About this service

Summary

I proofread academic and nonfiction documents for grammar, punctuation, clarity, and consistency while preserving your voice. Style-guide fluent (APA, MLA, Chicago). You get a tracked-changes file, a clean final copy with preferred style/formatting, and a short edit memo. Let me help make sure your manuscript is publication ready! Rate = $0.02 per word ($20 per 1,000 words).

FAQs

  • Turnaround Time?

    I proofread at ~8 pages/hour. A 20,000-word manuscript typically takes 3 business days, including editing notes and final checks.

  • Rush Delivery Availability?

    Rush delivery available! Rate = $0.035 per word ($35 per 1,000 words).

  • Research/Fact-Checking, Copyediting, Developmental Editing Availability?

    I also offer these services, at the following starting rates: Research/Fact-Checking = $0.035 per word ($35 per 1,000 words). Copyediting = $0.035 per word ($35 per 1,000 words). Developmental Editing = $0.04 per word ($40 per 1,000 words).

  • Acceptable File Formats?

    I generally prefer Word documents, as I prefer to use Track Changes. Google Docs and/or PDF are also possibilities.

  • Confidentiality?

    All client information and intellectual property will be remain strictly confidential, and will never be shared without your explicit permission.

  • Other Manuscript Types?

    While I specialize in academic and non-fiction, I also edit/proofread all genres of fiction, literary fiction, creative writing, and game content, as separate services.

  • Further Revisions Needed?

    One round of follow-up questions or clarifications is included. Additional revisions beyond that can be arranged for a small fee.

  • Respect for Authorial Voice?

    I will independently correct clear errors, while leaving comments for any proposed stylistic changes, so you stay in control of your voice.

  • Formatting for Publication?

    I can also help you format the content of your manuscript for publication in Word, PDF, EPUB, etc., so you are fully ready to publish! Basic Plain-Text Rate = $3 per page (1 page = 300 words), up to 200 pages. *Longer and/or more complex manuscripts (images, tables, etc.) will need a custom quote, based upon a sample. *My services do not include: Cover design, ISBN assignment, Marketing copies, Distribution setup, etc.

What's included

  • 1: Edited Manuscript

    Edited manuscript with tracked changes (DOCX/Google Docs) and notes explaining the suggested changes as necessary.

  • 2: Clean Finalized Copy

    Copy of manuscript with all edits/changes deployed; ready for submission or publication.

  • 3: Style & Formatting Check

    Style and formatting will be aligned to client's preference (APA/MLA/Chicago), or journal guide.

  • 4: 1–2 page edit memo

    Summary of edits, with key fixes and next steps outlined.


Skills and tools

Academic Writer

Proofreader

Researcher

Copyscape

Copyscape

Google Docs

Google Docs

Grammarly

Grammarly

Hemingway App

Hemingway App

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Word

Industries

Education
Professional Services
Publishing