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I will provide book editing and proofreading
Professional Editing, Proofreading and Formatting Services
I am a professional book editor with over 20 years of experience at a major publisher. I work from Lancaster, PA, and am available all day, EST. If you have any questions, feel free to ask!
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What people loved about this freelancer
victorious118
United States
I've been using Fiverr for 5 years, and this was hands down the best experience I have ever had. Definitely got more than my money's worth and even learned some stuff along the way. Will be working with him again!
charlesplegacy
United States
I couldn’t be more impressed with the work this editor did on my book. From the very beginning, they understood the tone, voice, and deeper message I was trying...
shayta
Israel
It was my first time working with Sam, and I'm sure it won't be the last. Sam did just a perfect job here. Went through my text very carefully, cleared it until...
hendrikd2
Belgium
Sam edited a 67,000-word nonfiction manuscript delivered in two parts over four weeks, followed by a consistency pass across the full book. The scope was a...
dougellison
United States
Sam really knows how to lock in. He can switch gears when it matters and bring the kind of sharp, thoughtful editing that actually improves the work without...
About this Gig
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Editing and Proofreading Services
- Copyediting - $10 per 1K words
- Line Editing - $20 per 1K words (most common)
- Heavy Line Work - $40 per 1K words
Word only (doc or docx)
Copyediting
- A focus on proofreading, grammar, punctuation and general sentence improvement
Line Editing
- Sentence-level work with a focus on proofreading, grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, consistency, pacing, flow, syntax, redundancies, tense, dialog correction, transitions, clarity, general improvement and readability
- Developmental/issue notes for when I catch something outside the scope of the service
Heavy Line Work
- For documents that need extensive and time-consuming work. Perfect for non-native English speakers or AI writing
Check out the frequently asked questions below!
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Clients I’ve worked with
Xlibris
Media
As a book editor for Xlibris, I've assisted authors in refining their manuscripts to achieve their publishing goals. My services have included line editing and copyediting, ensuring a polished and professional final product.
Jan 2015
EDITMOJO
As an editor for Editmojo, I've edited various projects, from novels to large books. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to excellence, I've helped authors bring their ideas to life.
Jan 2016
My Portfolio
Other Book Editing Services I Offer
FAQ
Do you edit poems or children’s books?
Anything written in a stanza or rhyme sequence wouldn’t follow a writing style guide. A copyedit/line edit would not apply to that type of work. Check my other gig for children's book editing.
What is a heavy line edit for books and novels?
A heavy line edit is for time-intensive content. It offers light rewriting. It does not offer writing new content, just light rewriting within the scope of a line edit. Perfect for non-native English speakers or challenging text.
Do you offer formatting?
No, this gig is for proofreading or copy editing. Check my other gigs.
What do I get when you are done with my novel?
Two Word documents. One with changes shown (change tracker) and one with changes applied. You need Word or a program that can see edits made.
Do you offer revisions for your book proofreading and editing?
Yes, you get unlimited revisions to my edits and notes (but not new content). Only for the standard and premium service.
Do you offer developmental editing?
I provide developmental notes if I catch something during a line edit, but it’s not a full developmental edit. Depending on the content, I may not find anything to leave a note about. I am a sentence-level editor and do not provide content-level editing.
Can I get a free sample of your book editing before I decide?
Yes, I recommend a sample edit. It’s easy to do and I get back to you usually within 24 hours. There is no charge. A sample edit gives both of us a chance to see if we’re a good fit.
What is your delivery time?
Rough estimation of delivery based on word count. 5K = Five days 10K to 20K = Ten days 20K to 50K = Twenty days 50K+ = Thirty days and up
Do you work with transcriptions or speech to text?
No, sorry. I only work with books and novels.
Reviews
2,942 reviews for this Gig
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victorious118
Repeat Client
United States
I've been using Fiverr for 5 years, and this was hands down the best experience I have ever had. Definitely got more than my money's worth and even learned some stuff along the way. Will be working with him again!
$200-$400
Price
2 weeks
Duration
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Helpful?C charlesplegacy
Repeat Client
United States
I couldn’t be more impressed with the work this editor did on my book. From the very beginning, they understood the tone, voice, and deeper message I was trying to convey—something that’s incredibly hard to find. This wasn’t just a surface-level grammar edit; they truly helped elevate the manuscript...
$600-$800
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10 days
Duration
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shayta
Israel
It was my first time working with Sam, and I'm sure it won't be the last. Sam did just a perfect job here. Went through my text very carefully, cleared it until it became very natural. And in addition (what I liked most) he also recorded a short video, showing me in brief what he had done. Thanks!
$50-$100
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6 days
Duration
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Helpful?H hendrikd2
Repeat Client
Belgium
Sam edited a 67,000-word nonfiction manuscript delivered in two parts over four weeks, followed by a consistency pass across the full book. The scope was a heavy line edit covering language, flow, voice, and word choice, with a detailed style sheet to follow. Exceeded expectations: Sam made over 1,600...
$1,000-$1,500
Price
2 weeks
Duration
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dougellison
United States
Sam really knows how to lock in. He can switch gears when it matters and bring the kind of sharp, thoughtful editing that actually improves the work without losing its voice. I was hesitant about trusting an editor going in, but that disappeared pretty quickly. Definitely looking forward to working together again on the next project.
$600-$800
Price
3 weeks
Duration
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Reviews
2,942 reviews for this Gig
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| (68) | ||
| (9) | ||
| (6) | ||
| (4) |
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V victorious118
Repeat Client
United States
I've been using Fiverr for 5 years, and this was hands down the best experience I have ever had. Definitely got more than my money's worth and even learned some stuff along the way. Will be working with him again!
$200-$400
Price
2 weeks
Duration
S Seller's Response
Helpful?C charlesplegacy
Repeat Client
United States
I couldn’t be more impressed with the work this editor did on my book. From the very beginning, they understood the tone, voice, and deeper message I was trying to convey—something that’s incredibly hard to find. This wasn’t just a surface-level grammar edit; they truly helped elevate the manuscript...
$600-$800
Price
10 days
Duration
S Seller's Response
Helpful?S shayta
Israel
It was my first time working with Sam, and I'm sure it won't be the last. Sam did just a perfect job here. Went through my text very carefully, cleared it until it became very natural. And in addition (what I liked most) he also recorded a short video, showing me in brief what he had done. Thanks!
$50-$100
Price
6 days
Duration
S Seller's Response
Helpful?H hendrikd2
Repeat Client
Belgium
Sam edited a 67,000-word nonfiction manuscript delivered in two parts over four weeks, followed by a consistency pass across the full book. The scope was a heavy line edit covering language, flow, voice, and word choice, with a detailed style sheet to follow. Exceeded expectations: Sam made over 1,600...
$1,000-$1,500
Price
2 weeks
Duration
S Seller's Response
Helpful?D dougellison
United States
Sam really knows how to lock in. He can switch gears when it matters and bring the kind of sharp, thoughtful editing that actually improves the work without losing its voice. I was hesitant about trusting an editor going in, but that disappeared pretty quickly. Definitely looking forward to working together again on the next project.
$600-$800
Price
3 weeks
Duration
S Seller's Response
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