Proofreading
- My proofreading service includes corrections to errors in spelling, grammar, punctuation, syntax and capitalisation. I am also happy to suggest changes to the tone or register of your document, where this is inappropriate for the intended audience or reader(s).
- On occasion, I will reword awkward sentences or substitute more appropriate wording, but altering anything other than errors is not technically ‘proofreading’ and I am therefore not obliged to do this.
- I will use Microsoft Word’s ‘track changes’ so you can easily check my changes.
- I will never reprint either your document (the original or the proofread copy) elsewhere without your permission.
- My proofreading service is charged at 1p per word of the original document. Upon accepting the assignment, I will confirm the number of words in the document and inform you of how much the service will cost.
- ‘Self-funded’ clients are required to submit full payment upfront. If a university is paying for the service, you will need to send a PO number from the university before I can begin work.
- I will be available for phone, email, or instant message communication throughout the working week.
Copyediting
- My copyediting service includes both proofreading and creative rewording of the text to ensure it best suits its intended audience and function. I am able to reduce the word count, at your request, and suggest changes to vocabulary, structure, and tone.
- On occasion, I may reword or restructure certain sections of the document. However, a major overhaul of the entire piece would constitute ‘rewriting’, so this is not appropriate for academic work.
- I will use Microsoft Word’s ‘track changes’ so you can easily check my changes.
- I will never reprint either your document (the original or the edited copy) elsewhere without your permission.
- My copyediting service is charged at 2p per word of the original document. Upon accepting the assignment, I will confirm the number of words in the document and inform you of how much the service will cost.
- ‘Self-funded’ clients are required to submit full payment upfront. If a university is paying for the service, you will need to send a PO number from the university before I can begin work.
- I will be available for phone, email, or instant message communication throughout the working week.