I will line edit your project and make it shine

5.0
5.0

United Kingdom

I speak English

60 orders completed

Since Joseph started writing seriously, he's become a keen student of the craft. His short stories have appeared in numerous anthologies and literary magazines. In Jan 2023, his debut novel, the dysto...

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Has met certain performance criteria and shows strong potential in the marketplace.

About this Gig

As a published author and a keen student of the craft, I know what it takes to make your manuscript shine. I'll polish your prose to a fine sheen, taking care to preserve your authorial voice and intent.


I specialise in Thriller, Action, Sci-Fi, YA, Literary & Horror genres, and I can provide a sample edit.


You'll get tracked changes, and exhaustive in-line comments addressing


  • Word repetition & word choices: English is a precise language and I'm precise.
  • Tense errors & head-hopping: I'm comfortable with all tenses & POVs, and will ensure yours remain consistent.
  • Inconsistency between British and US English spellings: I'm confident in both.
  • Action: Does it flow with short, snappy sentences? If not, it will!
  • Dialogue: I'll ensure your characters speak like real people.
  • Metaphor: A particular speciality of mine, I'll offer ideas where you can use and improve metaphor/simile.
  • Opening chapter: I'll pay extra attention to your all important opening.
  • Tone & Voice.
  • Spelling & Grammar.


For developmental and structural editing, please see my other gigs.

Language:

English

Genre:

Action

Adventure

Horror/ thriller

Literary fiction

Mystery

Audience :

General readers

Teen / young adult

Adult

Tone:

Informal

Conversational

Humorous

Serious

Emotional

Dramatic

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.

Other Book Editing Services I Offer

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  • Value of delivery
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    terencephughes

    US

    United States

    5

    Joe is an astute, informed, instructive, and kind editor. I got amazing value from his work and recommend him to any new or seasoned novelist that needs a fresh, educated editor to help improve their work.

    $200-$400

    Price

    13 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • R

    rabaker

    ID

    Indonesia

    5

    Went above and beyond. Would rate him 6 out of 5 if I could.

    $200-$400

    Price

    2 weeks

    Duration

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    knidhi1

    US

    United States

    4.7

    Joe's edits provided me with a very professional evaluation of my manuscripts. What I loved about his work was that he spoke his mind. If he didn't like something, he didn't hesitate to say it and to point out why. I have come to respect his opinion. I believe that my manuscript is definitely a lot better because of his input. Thanks!

    $200-$400

    Price

    6 weeks

    Duration

    Helpful?
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    brettcx5

    US

    United States

    5

    Joseph's work really helped me to improve my manuscript and also offered some feedback on what was and wasn't working. I highly recommend his services.

    $200-$400

    Price

    2 weeks

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
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    themanicwriter7

    GB

    United Kingdom

    5

    Thank you, Joe for your hard work! Brilliant feedback on my manuscript and you've given me plenty to look out for improving my writing. Hope to work with you again in the future. :D

    $200-$400

    Price

    2 weeks

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
Reviews

20 reviews for this Gig
5.0

(20)
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(0)
Rating Breakdown
  • Seller communication level
    5
  • Quality of delivery
    5
  • Value of delivery
    4.9
Sort By
Most relevant
  • T

    terencephughes

    US

    United States

    5

    Joe is an astute, informed, instructive, and kind editor. I got amazing value from his work and recommend him to any new or seasoned novelist that needs a fresh, educated editor to help improve their work.

    $200-$400

    Price

    13 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • R

    rabaker

    ID

    Indonesia

    5

    Went above and beyond. Would rate him 6 out of 5 if I could.

    $200-$400

    Price

    2 weeks

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • K

    knidhi1

    US

    United States

    4.7

    Joe's edits provided me with a very professional evaluation of my manuscripts. What I loved about his work was that he spoke his mind. If he didn't like something, he didn't hesitate to say it and to point out why. I have come to respect his opinion. I believe that my manuscript is definitely a lot better because of his input. Thanks!

    $200-$400

    Price

    6 weeks

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • B

    brettcx5

    US

    United States

    5

    Joseph's work really helped me to improve my manuscript and also offered some feedback on what was and wasn't working. I highly recommend his services.

    $200-$400

    Price

    2 weeks

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • T
    image-docs

    themanicwriter7

    GB

    United Kingdom

    5

    Thank you, Joe for your hard work! Brilliant feedback on my manuscript and you've given me plenty to look out for improving my writing. Hope to work with you again in the future. :D

    $200-$400

    Price

    2 weeks

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No