I offer both proofreading and copyediting services. If you need a copyediting service, please see here.
Proofreading is the final stage of editing before publication. My proofreading service includes:
- Correcting grammar, spelling and punctuation
- Checking inconsistencies (e.g. capitalisation, hyphenation, UK/US spellings)
- Typographical errors
- Formatting (removing double spaces, line breaks)
- Minor sentence editing for sense
I can work with a variety of file formats including Word, PDF, Google Docs and LaTeX files. I use track changes in Word and add any suggestions in comments (Google Docs: direct edit and suggestions). I use Sticky Notes on PDF documents.
What I send back:
- Two files: a clean, edited version of your text and the track changes version with edits
- An editorial style sheet (if appropriate)
- A detailed report
I am familiar with most referencing styles, e.g. Harvard, APA, Chicago, MLA, Vancouver.