I offer affordable proofreading and editing services for education writers and publishers, particularly in science/biology but also history/geography, health/physical education, English and social science (primary and secondary school level). 

 

My aim is to bring your manuscript/content to a professional, publishable standard. This may include one or more of the following levels of service (depending on what your needs are):   

 

1. Proofreading (Basic) 

Checks for errors in spelling, grammar, punctuation and syntax (sentence structure). Changes tend to be minor, with a focus on accuracy. Proofreading is sometimes referred to as ‘copyediting’. 

 

2. Editing (Intermediate) 

Looks at the document as a whole, or in other words, the ‘big picture’. Includes proofreading as described above, AND checks for things like repetition, wordiness and inconsistencies in word usage, style and spelling (British/American). This level of editing also checks the transition between paragraphs and how well the content ‘flows’ or maintains continuity. 

 

3. Substantive Editing (Advanced) 

Includes both proofreading and editing described above, but also involves more significant changes that will improve not only the document’s accuracy and continuity, but its overall use of language, style, tone and suitability to its intended audience. This level of editing can include major changes to wording. 

 

 

Pricing

    

I am committed to providing affordable proofreading and editing services for education writers and publishers.

 

My current rate is $40.00 per hour, so the final cost will be determined by the amount of time I think the project will take. I may ask you to provide a sample of the document in order to determine the level of service required, and then I will be able to give you a FREE quote.

 

 

 

"In my association with Ariana, who has contributed several articles to our publications, she has demonstrated exceptional journalistic skill. Not only is her copy well written, accurate and organised, Ariana is also a real pleasure to work with. She is versatile and reliable - I'd have no hesitation recommending her to any client"  Rebecca Vukovic deputy Editor, Australian council for educational research (ACER)

   

 

The first draft is black and white. Editing gives the story color. - Emma Hill

 

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