I will do developmental editing proofreading and manuscript formatting for novel books
Gig Summary
Author Focused Book Editor and Proofreading Expert
Level 1
Has met certain performance criteria and shows strong potential in the marketplace.
About this Gig
Your story deserves to be read the way you imagined it clear, gripping, and free of anything that pulls readers out of the experience.
But even the best stories can get overlooked. Typos, weak pacing, inconsistent tone, or messy formatting can make readers, agents, or reviewers doubt your work no matter how strong your idea is. Without expert editing, months of hard work can end in rejection, bad reviews, or a manuscript that never reaches its full potential.
I'm Callahan, a professional book editor with over 7 years of experience helping authors turn great ideas into publish-ready books. I offer developmental editing, proofreading, copy editing, line editing, and manuscript formatting for Kindle, KDP, and paperback.
Here's what you get:
- Stronger plot, pacing, and character depth through developmental editing
- Clean, error-free writing through professional proofreading
- Smooth, polished prose through line and copy editing
- Publish-ready formatting for Kindle, KDP, and print
I edit fiction, nonfiction, memoir, fantasy, romance & children's books keeping your voice intact. Your story has potential.
Message me and let's make it shine.
Language:
Dutch
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English
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German
Content Type:
Book
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Poetry
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Short story
Delivery style preference
Please inform the freelancer of any preferences or concerns regarding the use of AI tools in the completion and/or delivery of your order.
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FAQ
What's included in developmental editing vs. proofreading?
Developmental editing focuses on the big picture — plot, pacing, character depth, and structure. Proofreading is the final pass for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and typos. Many authors need both at different stages of their manuscript.
Can you format my manuscript for Kindle and KDP?
Yes. I provide complete manuscript formatting for Kindle and KDP, including eBook and paperback layouts that meet Amazon's publishing requirements — ready to upload without technical headaches.
Will my voice remain unchanged?
Absolutely. I improve clarity and structure while preserving your original tone and style.
Is my manuscript safe and confidential?
100% secure. Your file is never shared or reused.
Do you format for self-publishing platforms?
Yes. eBook and print formatting for Amazon KDP, Kindle, and paperback.
Do you edit both fiction and nonfiction books?
Yes. I edit novels, nonfiction, memoirs, fantasy, romance, and children’s books.
Can you fix grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors?
Yes. Proofreading includes grammar fixes, punctuation, spelling, and typo correction.
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oliver_kenway

United Kingdom
Ongoing collaborationI’m really pleased with the editing of my novel. Callahan was professional, attentive, and took the time to understand my story and preserve my voice while improving the flow, clarity, and overall reading experience. I truly appreciated the care put into my manuscript and would definitely recommend the service to other authors.
$50
Price
2 days
Duration
Helpful?D dahughey

United States
Ongoing collaborationThe seller is not qualified to do the work that they are advertising
$50
Price
8 days
Duration
Helpful?S spanishflatlife

Netherlands
Very professional and easy to work with!
$50
Price
6 days
Duration
Helpful?O 
oliver_kenway

United Kingdom
Ongoing collaborationJonna did an excellent job editing my book, providing thorough feedback and polishing the manuscript beyond my expectations. Communication was smooth throughout the project, and i will definitely hire jonna again for my next editing work
$50
Price
2 days
Duration
Helpful?T tyler_ivan

United States
Working with Jonnna on my romance book was such a great experience. She was patient, professional, and really understood the emotions and flow of my story. Her edits made the book smoother, more engaging, and easier to read without changing my writing style. Communication was easy from start to finish,...
$50
Price
2 days
Duration
Helpful?
7 reviews for this Gig
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| (1) |
Rating Breakdown
- Seller communication level
- Quality of delivery
- Value of delivery
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oliver_kenway

United Kingdom
Ongoing collaborationI’m really pleased with the editing of my novel. Callahan was professional, attentive, and took the time to understand my story and preserve my voice while improving the flow, clarity, and overall reading experience. I truly appreciated the care put into my manuscript and would definitely recommend the service to other authors.
$50
Price
2 days
Duration
Helpful?D dahughey

United States
Ongoing collaborationThe seller is not qualified to do the work that they are advertising
$50
Price
8 days
Duration
Helpful?S spanishflatlife

Netherlands
Very professional and easy to work with!
$50
Price
6 days
Duration
Helpful?O 
oliver_kenway

United Kingdom
Ongoing collaborationJonna did an excellent job editing my book, providing thorough feedback and polishing the manuscript beyond my expectations. Communication was smooth throughout the project, and i will definitely hire jonna again for my next editing work
$50
Price
2 days
Duration
Helpful?T tyler_ivan

United States
Working with Jonnna on my romance book was such a great experience. She was patient, professional, and really understood the emotions and flow of my story. Her edits made the book smoother, more engaging, and easier to read without changing my writing style. Communication was easy from start to finish,...
$50
Price
2 days
Duration
Helpful?

