Human Proofread Long Fantasy Novel

₹1500-12500 INR

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Posted 5 days ago

₹1500-12500 INR

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I have a completed high-fantasy manuscript that runs a little past the 100,000-word mark. Before I start querying agents, I want a fresh pair of human eyes on every page. I’m looking for a proofreader who can do more than spot typos: I need someone who will correct grammar and punctuation, tighten inconsistent phrasing, flag flow problems, and call out any slips in character development, emotional resonance, plot twists, or internal logic that might pull a reader out of the world. Here’s how I imagine the collaboration working: you read the full draft in Word using Track Changes, mark every correction, and leave concise margin comments where something feels off. When you’re finished, you send back two files—a fully marked-up version and a clean copy with all the fixes accepted—plus a brief editorial note (one to two pages) that summarises any recurring issues you noticed and highlights the strongest parts of the story. I’ll be available to answer lore questions as you work, and I’m open to a short follow-up round if any sections need small rewrites after your first pass. If this sounds like the kind of deep, line-level polish you enjoy, I’d love to hear how soon you could start and how long you’ll need to turn the full draft around.

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@sahjalwrites

As a seasoned content writer with extensive experience in creative writing, proofreading, and content refinement, I have the comprehensive skill set necessary to provide the thorough review your long fantasy novel requires. Beyond just spotting typos, I specialize in enhancing grammar, punctuation, phrasing consistency, flow problems, and most importantly tightening character development, emotional resonance, plot twists and internal logic. You've spent considerable time crafting your world and storyline and it's my fiduciary duty to ensure that it captivates readers completely. With a Master’s degree in English Literature and a Bachelor’s in English (Honors), my academic foundation equips me with a profound understanding of storytelling, language usage, collective appreciation for tone and discerning aspects of coherent narratives. Pair these academic achievements with my 5+ years of hands-on experience turning mere ideas into impactful, result-oriented words; you can be confident your manuscript will receive meticulous attention under my care. By choosing me for this endeavor you’ll not only access a highly skilled professional but also someone who's personable. I believe collaboration isn't just about checking boxes on tasks but also about building connections rooted in trust and understanding. My dedication isn't bound by just delivering what you need but by ensuring your novel is the best possible version of itself. Shall we get started?

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@ProffDarell

The challenge with a 100,000+ word fantasy manuscript is not simply finding typos. It is preserving the author’s voice while catching the small inconsistencies in language, character development, emotional pacing, plot logic, and worldbuilding that can weaken an otherwise compelling story. I can provide the thorough human proofreading and line-level editorial pass you are looking for. I would review the complete manuscript in Word using Track Changes, correcting grammar, punctuation, awkward phrasing, and inconsistencies while adding concise comments wherever a scene, character reaction, transition, plot point, or internal logic deserves attention. You will receive: • A fully marked-up manuscript with all corrections and comments • A clean version with accepted corrections • A 1–2 page editorial note covering recurring issues and the manuscript’s strongest elements • A short follow-up pass for agreed minor revisions I approach fiction editing with attention to both technical accuracy and the reading experience. The goal is not to rewrite your voice, but to make the manuscript as polished, coherent, and immersive as possible before it reaches agents. I can start promptly and would be happy to discuss the manuscript length and agree on a realistic turnaround for the full pass.

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