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I will be your children book editor
Editor and Proofreader
On top of editing for Fiverr, I also provide editing services for a number of independent publishing houses around the world.
I was previously contracted with Beyond Words Literary Agency as a childr...
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Phoenix R. was selected by the Fiverr Pro team for their expertise.
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Book Editing
Proofreading & Editing
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What people loved about this freelancer
jussstina
United Kingdom
Phoenix approached my story with utmost care, insightful suggestions and meticulous edits. His thorough review and suggestions enhanced the overall flow of...
dallaskalman
Canada
Phoenix's expert understanding of children's literature was instrumental in refining my story. He melded attention to detail, and deep comprehension of the...
colalewis
United States
f_ether is an outstanding professional. He has excellent communication skills. He always respond within 24 hours if not immediately. His assessments and edits...
About this Gig
Vetted Pro
Hello!
My name is Phoenix Raig, a multiple-times nominated and award-winning editor and an Aurealis nominee. I've worked with independent authors, small publishing houses, and some clients with commercial contracts. I'm a co-founder of Precipice Fiction, a cohort of sci-fi and fantasy writers, and was one of six teachers for the Westwords Speculative Writing course, 2025 cohort, in Western Sydney.
I would love to be your children's book editor.
I offer a full array of services designed to help your children's book go from first draft all the way to submission-ready:
- Proofreading.
- Developmental Editing.
- Copyediting and Line editing.
- Custom plans.
If you're unsure of what you need, no worries; before any order is placed, we'll talk through your project and see what would be most beneficial for you.
Further, after each gig has finished, I'll be available for questions and assistance to help make sure the edits are understood and that you can get the most out of them.
If you have any questions, please reach out.
Do you have general writing questions? I co-host a writing podcast on this exact thing: "Prose and Cons". Available on all major podcast streaming platforms.
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FAQ
What is included in your developmental edit?
Developmental edits focus on the larger story elements. I'll evaluate: - Tone - Voice - Plot/Story Problem - Characters Includes section rewriting, structural edits, and a highly-detailed assessment.
What is included in your proofreading?
I'll read your story and clean any remaining punctuation and grammar issues. Proofreading is traditionally the last step in the editing process—it is expected that your work has already been properly copyedited.
What is included in your copyediting?
Copyediting is a deep clean of your punctuation and grammar. I'll look at your region and your intended market, bringing your manuscript into alignment with the style guide that is most relevant to you.
What is included in your line editing?
Line Editing is a deep line-by-line edit and is most potent after a developmental edit has been done. I'll edit the lines for tone, flow, and clarity, seeking to clean any rough/awkward wording to help the story read as smoothly as possible.
What's included in a full children's book edit?
This includes: - A Developmental Edit - Line Editing - Copyediting - A written assessment evaluating your work against a number of key areas. This is a deep edit.
What software do you use for editing?
I use Google Docs for all of my editing. It's a free, easy-to-use piece of software that makes it simple to help clients across a large spectrum of software tools. Everyone has their favourite tool—I find Google Docs to be a good middle ground. If you have questions about this, please reach out.
Will my story be too different after working with you?
My aim is to help you tell YOUR story. I pride myself on my ability to transform a narrative while maintaining the voice of the author. Preserving your voice and the integrity of your story is the number one priority. I'll simply help you make the story clearer and more potent.
Why don't you offer an extra revision?
I'd love to offer an additional revision, but doing so would grow the prices quite a bit as it'd nearly double the work per order. The editor I worked with didn't include revisions either. However, after an order, we're available for any questions, ensuring next steps are clear and notes understood.
Am I limited to the word counts listed on the packages?
Nope! Those are just baselines. If your word count is different, reach out and I'll make you a custom offer.
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astreajcc
Repeat Client
United States
Working with Phoenix was exactly what I needed at this stage of editing. His communication was thoughtful every step of the way and his depth of understanding of not just story but also the children’s book market was so helpful. I am SO glad I found Phoenix! Definitely recommended!!
$100-$200
Price
3 weeks
Duration
Helpful?C cyncastle
Repeat Client
United States
I am incredibly grateful that I followed my intuition and reached out to Phoenix to edit my story! I am in love with the final outcome. This was the first time I worked with a professional editor on a children's book project, and start to finish, it was a delight to work with Phoenix! I look forward to working with him again.
$100-$200
Price
3 days
Duration
Helpful?C casey_smythe
Repeat Client
New Zealand
Awesome to work with Phoenix. It was my first time with an editor so he was very patient and lead me through the process. He was flexible with what he could offer. For the structural edit he provided different options for structure. Phoenix wasn't afraid to point out plot holes in a kind way which...
$50-$100
Price
7 days
Duration
Helpful?L leon_earthworm
Repeat Client
Germany
I was actually blown away but the level of detail and quality that Phoenix brought to the table. He not only engaged with my topic as well as my ideas but also built upon them, ultimately bringing the whole project to a next level. I will definitely continue my journey with Phoenix and can warmheartedly...
$100-$200
Price
6 days
Duration
Helpful?R rajhiranandani
Repeat Client
United States
Phoenix has been a joy to work with. It is very easy to collaborate with him and he creates a lot of space to express ourselves as we intend, while also giving us valuable feedback and edits to deliver our story effectively. We highly recommend his service.
$100-$200
Price
2 weeks
Duration
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Repeat Client
United States
Working with Phoenix was exactly what I needed at this stage of editing. His communication was thoughtful every step of the way and his depth of understanding of not just story but also the children’s book market was so helpful. I am SO glad I found Phoenix! Definitely recommended!!
$100-$200
Price
3 weeks
Duration
Helpful?C cyncastle
Repeat Client
United States
I am incredibly grateful that I followed my intuition and reached out to Phoenix to edit my story! I am in love with the final outcome. This was the first time I worked with a professional editor on a children's book project, and start to finish, it was a delight to work with Phoenix! I look forward to working with him again.
$100-$200
Price
3 days
Duration
Helpful?C casey_smythe
Repeat Client
New Zealand
Awesome to work with Phoenix. It was my first time with an editor so he was very patient and lead me through the process. He was flexible with what he could offer. For the structural edit he provided different options for structure. Phoenix wasn't afraid to point out plot holes in a kind way which...
$50-$100
Price
7 days
Duration
Helpful?L leon_earthworm
Repeat Client
Germany
I was actually blown away but the level of detail and quality that Phoenix brought to the table. He not only engaged with my topic as well as my ideas but also built upon them, ultimately bringing the whole project to a next level. I will definitely continue my journey with Phoenix and can warmheartedly...
$100-$200
Price
6 days
Duration
Helpful?R rajhiranandani
Repeat Client
United States
Phoenix has been a joy to work with. It is very easy to collaborate with him and he creates a lot of space to express ourselves as we intend, while also giving us valuable feedback and edits to deliver our story effectively. We highly recommend his service.
$100-$200
Price
2 weeks
Duration
Helpful?
