For those unsure about what a copy editor does, I offer insight: a copy editor is more focused at the technical level. Unlike a line editor, who focuses on the way you use language to get your point across, or a developmental editor, who does character and story development, plot structure, and the like, a copy editor/ proofreader requires a rule-based understanding of American English usage. They correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation, they ensure consistency, check for over-use of words, redundancies, run-on sentences, and flag ambiguous or factually incorrect statements. They will tell you if your story makes sense and if it tracks. They also may, as I do, suggest words or phrases that tighten or clarify your meaning. I offer a free 500-word sample, then charge .004/word USD thereafter. Please check out my Facebook page at Editing by Carol Tietsworth for rates and to schedule your free 500-word sample.
proofreader requires a rule-based understanding of American English usage. They correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation, they ensure consistency, check for over-use of words, redundancies, run-on sentences, and flag ambiguous or factually incorrect statements. They will tell you if your story makes sense and if it tracks. They also may, as I do, suggest words or phrases that tighten or clarify your meaning.
I offer a free 500-word sample, then charge .004/word USD thereafter.
Please check out my Facebook page at Editing by Carol Tietsworth for rates and to schedule your free 500-word sample.