I will copyedit and proofread your fictional novel

South Africa

I speak English, Afrikaans

Copy editor and proofreader

Hi there! My name is Hayley, and I am a copyeditor, proofreader, and beta reader dedicated to bringing out the absolute best in your fiction manuscript. I specialize deeply in the worlds of Romance (i...
About this Gig

Are you looking for a dedicated fiction editor who will polish your manuscript while fiercely preserving your unique author voice? You're in the right place!


As an avid reader and trained editor holding a B.A. in English & Psychology and a specialized Copy Editing and Proofreading Certificate from the University of Cape Town (UCT), I understand both the mechanics of language and the psychology behind compelling character development. I specialize in Romance (including sports, dark, contemporary, and rom-coms) and Fantasy novels.


What I will fix and refine:

  • Grammar
  • Punctuation
  • Typos
  • Sentence flow, clarity, and pacing
  • Dialogue rhythm and phrasing
  • Inconsistencies in plot details or character traits.


What you will receive:

  • One MS Word document with Track Changes showing every single edit and suggestion.
  • One clean, fully polished MS Word document ready for reading.


Have a manuscript longer than 40,000 words? Send me a message! I would love to chat about your project and send you a tailored custom offer.

Language:

English

Genre:

Children’s books

Fanfiction

Horror/ thriller

Audience :

Children

Teen / young adult

Adult

POV:

First person

Third person limited

Third person omniscient

Complexity level:

Simple / easy read

Intermediate

Advanced

Voice:

Narrative

Delivery style preference

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