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Manuscript: Authenticity Works
Word Count: 27,404
I am seeking a copy editor/proofreader for the final draft of a 27,404-word nonfiction manuscript that blends memoir, personal development, leadership, and business.
The manuscript explores authenticity through personal stories and practical frameworks.
It contains sensitive topics including childhood sexual abuse, depression, suicidal ideation, alcohol abuse, trauma, and grief.
These subjects are handled thoughtfully and are not graphically described, but I want editors to be aware of the content before accepting the project.
I'm looking for an editor who can improve clarity, grammar, punctuation, consistency, flow, and readability while preserving my conversational voice.
My goal is not to rewrite the manuscript, but to polish it for publication and identify anything that may distract readers.
Experience editing memoirs, narrative nonfiction, or personal development books is preferred.
Please include your experience, estimated timeline, and pricing in your response.

I am seeking a professional fiction copyeditor for a completed 124,000-word literary / psychological suspense novel.

The manuscript has already gone through substantial revision, including a manuscript-wide continuity pass, a style/repetition/voice audit, and a chapter-by-chapter ProWritingAid pass. I am not seeking developmental editing, a heavy line edit, book coaching, or a rewrite.

I am looking for a focused fiction copyedit with light line-query sensitivity. The ideal editor will correct true errors, enforce consistency, flag remaining clarity or continuity issues, query awkward or unintentionally unclear sentences, and preserve the manuscript’s distinctive voice.

The novel is written in a controlled, formal close third-person style and is set partly within the culture of elite boarding-schools. I do not need an editor who personally knows that world, but I do need someone who will not flatten, modernize, or over-normalize the prose simply because the culture, diction, or sentence structure may be unfamiliar. A strong fit will understand the difference between an error and an intentional voice choice.

Scope of work requested:
- fiction copyediting
- light line-level queries where clarity, rhythm, or reader trust is affected
- grammar, punctuation, spelling, capitalization, usage, and consistency review
- style-sheet enforcement
- attention to names, titles, timelines, recurring terms, and institutional language
- queries for possible remaining continuity or clarity issues
- preservation of formal literary voice and intentional ambiguity

I will provide:
- the full manuscript in a Google doc
- a manuscript style sheet
- a current control package / continuity guide
- any agreed sample pages for a paid sample edit

Preferred qualifications:
- experience copyediting long-form fiction
- literary fiction, upmarket fiction, psychological suspense, or character-driven fiction experience preferred
- strong sensitivity to voice, rhythm, and intentional repetition
- comfort working with Track Changes and comments
- ability to distinguish copyediting from developmental editing
- willingness to preserve formal syntax where effective
- clear communication and a professional contract
- transparency about any use of AI or automated tools

I am particularly interested in editors who show restraint and judgment. I do not want unnecessary changes made to justify the fee, nor do I want generic simplification of the prose. I am looking for an editor who can sometimes say, “This is grammatically unusual, but it works,” while still catching the errors and inconsistencies that software and author revision may miss.

I am willing to pay for a sample edit from finalists before selecting an editor. Please indicate whether you offer paid sample edits, your typical process, your availability, your estimated timeline, and whether you price by word, hour, or project.

Desired timeline: I am flexible, but I would prefer to begin within the next month or so, and complete the copyedit within an agreed professional schedule. Please include your current availability and estimated turnaround time for a manuscript of this length.

As stated above, I need help w/ preparing a query letter, book synopsis, and chapter summary for presentation to a reputable, well-connected literary agent/ the intention of presenting them to a traditional publisher. The book, Stillpoint: The Geometry of Consciousness, has been self-published and has won a 1st prize award from New Generation Indie Book Awards in the 'Spirituality' category - there was no category for 'Science and Spirituality' (everything in the book is based upon new, empirical, scientific evidence.

See above - I need help submitting this manuscript to a traditional publishing house.

The Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) seeks an two (2) -(3) experienced copyeditors for ongoing work across multiple educational and credentialing programs. Materials include certification exam preparatory content, training modules, continuing education courses, and related manuscripts in the rehabilitation and disability counseling

Projects vary in length and complexity and may include technical, academic, and practitioner-focused content. The editor will be responsible for copyediting for grammar, clarity, consistency, tone, and adherence to style (APA preferred), while preserving subject matter accuracy and intent. Some light editing for flow and consistency across modules may also be requested.

Preferred qualifications include:

Demonstrated experience copyediting technical, academic, or professional education materials

Familiarity with healthcare, rehabilitation counseling, psychology, disability studies, or related fields

Knowledge of APA style (7th edition)

Ability to work with subject matter experts and maintain technical accuracy

Strong attention to detail and consistency across multi-part projects

This is an ongoing freelance opportunity with flexible deadlines based on project needs. Turnaround times typically range from 1–3 weeks depending on project scope. We are particularly interested in establishing a longer-term working relationship with a 2-3 reliable editors.

Experience with certification bodies, continuing education programs, or instructional design content is a plus.

A short book, 25000 words, 60 pages. Theme: human nature, life purpose and impact of technology. A historical treatise and somewhat philosophical discussion of humanity across the history. Referencing ideas from philosophers and researchers.

I am seeking a professional book interior designer and typesetter to handle the layout for my upcoming memoir, UNpolishED, to be published on November 17, 2026, under my independent imprint, JAB Press.

This book is a roadmap of my journey from the projects to Congress, focused on the transition from "The Hunger" (oppressive systems) to "The Healing" (collective humanity). Given the book's political and educational mission, I require an interior layout that is clean, highly readable, and professional.

Scope of Work:

Full interior layout design for both Print (POD) and eBook formats.

Expert formatting for chapter headers, margins, typography, and clean flow of narrative text.

Management of impactful quotes and excerpts to ensure they stand out without cluttering the page.

Content Note (Sensitive Material):
Please be advised that this manuscript contains mature, sensitive, and potentially triggering themes. These include detailed accounts of physical violence, trauma, death, and the use of strong, colloquial language. I am looking for a professional who is comfortable working with, and exercising discretion toward, material of this nature.

Technical Requirements:

Final files must be fully optimized for IngramSpark.

Experience with their specific PDF/X-1a requirements, file compression, and print-on-demand specifications is required.

Please confirm your experience in generating files that pass IngramSpark’s Preflight validation.

Timeline:

Manuscript Word Count: approximately 90,156

Target Deadline: August 16, 2026. (I am seeking completion by this date to ensure sufficient time for proof copies and final adjustments before the September pre-launch phase).

Application Requirements:
When applying, please provide a link to your portfolio with specific examples of memoir or narrative nonfiction interior layouts. Briefly share your experience with IngramSpark-ready files.

Project Title: The Blank Record
Format: Novella / Novelette
Word Count: ~15,000 words
Genre: Theological Speculative Fiction / Literary Allegory
Project Overview:
The Blank Record; is a character-driven, psychological allegory that subverts traditional religious tropes about the afterlife. The story follows a flawed protagonist named Francis who navigates the "Grey Lands"—a bureaucratic, exhausting afterlife—where the ultimate spiritual trap is a flawless, golden palace that demands you surrender your earthly identity and trauma for eternal comfort. It explores themes of grief, deconstruction, and sacrificial love.

Type of Editing Needed: Developmental Editing

What I Am Looking For:
I am looking for a professional developmental editor to evaluate the structural bones, emotional pacing, and thematic depth of this complete draft. Specifically, I need help with:

Pacing the Climax & Twists:
Ensuring the major emotional twists (specifically a critical familial reveal and a character's sudden choice to turn back) hit the reader with maximum emotional impact.

Deepening Narrative Atmosphere:
Identifying areas where the quiet, emotional reactions of the characters need more breathing room without adding unnecessary padding or filler.

Symbolism Check: Ensuring the physical symbols in the story (such as permanent stains on the skin and the growth of a specific plant) tie cleanly into the protagonist’s internal grief and overall character arc.

Ideal Editor Match:
The manuscript uses simple, direct, and raw prose. I need an editor who appreciates a minimalist writing style and has specific experience with literary speculative fiction, magical realism, or non-traditional theological fiction. You must be comfortable with stories that challenge traditional religious structures.

We are looking for an editorial writer to turn a music shoot into a behind the scenes (BTS) editorial feature for a magazine-style publication. The project includes photographs of an artist, and the written piece should complement the visuals while helping tell the story of the shoot in a polished, engaging way.

This editorial will explore music, faith, and culture, with culture understood as lived experience, daily life, and the challenges people navigate every day. The aim is for readers to feel present in the moment of the shoot and to connect with the piece on a personal level.

We are looking for someone who can write with warmth, clarity, and atmosphere, and who knows how to create a narrative that feels immersive and human. The final piece should enhance the photography and bring the mood, meaning, and presence of the shoot to life. Deeper editorial shaping.

-Scope of work:
Write a BTS editorial feature for print.
Use the photography and project notes to build a narrative.
Capture the themes of music, faith, and culture.
Write in a style that feels present, reflective, and relatable.

-Preferred experience:
Editorial writing experience.
Experience with visual storytelling, music, culture, or arts-related writing.
Strong descriptive writing and the ability to shape a mood-led narrative.
Comfortable writing for a magazine format.

-Project details:
Format: Print and online magazine editorial feature.
Word count: 1000 words depending on layout and design needs.
Deadline: 17th September, 2026 - with revisions.
Budget is £500, though we are open to discussing rates based on experience and the final scope of work.

To apply:
Please send relevant writing samples, your rate, and a brief note about your experience with editorial or culture led work.

Seeking writers for an ebook series exploring ethical issues related to science and technology. The intended audience is high school students. We have four volumes to assign: Social Media, Medical Testing, Environment, and Automation. The target length is 22–25K words. Writers should be able to write engagingly and authoritatively for teenagers, be comfortable with science research, and explaining concepts clearly and concisely. The series is ongoing with an established structure and complete model manuscript. Writers will be expected to submit an outline, sample chapter, draft, and final manuscript. All stages will be reviewed by a subject matter expert.

Looking for an expert in the academic study of Islamic theology and philosophy, particularly falsafa, Ashʿarī theology, and Muʿtazilī theology to help publish.