A fantasy proofreader you can count on
You have a story. You’re almost ready to publish. You need a fantasy proofreader.
How proofreading fits into publishing your fantasy story
Proofreading is the second-to-last step in publishing, taking place after formatting and before publication.
Like an editor, proofreaders check the text for mistakes. Instead of making major changes, a proofreader looks for typos, missing words and punctuation, and more.
Publishing services for fantasy writers
When self-publishing a fantasy novel, the most essential publishing services are:
- Editing (developmental editing, copy-editing, line-editing)
- Formatting
- Covert art
- Proofreading
Not everyone can afford all the publishing services they might need. For many writers, just one editing service is necessary.
If you’re on a budget, doing formatting yourself is a common way of saving money. You shouldn’t skip a proofreading service if you do. Many formatters have their own proofreaders!
Remember to schedule a proofreader ahead of time to fit into your publishing timeline.
How I work as a fantasy proofreader
I work directly with self-publishing authors to proofread fantasy short fiction, anthologies, and novels.
Once contacted, I provide a 1000-word sample proofread so you can be confident in my skills. I quote for the whole project based on word count and my availability, striving to work within your publishing timeline.
When it’s time, you send me the work as a PDF, which I’ll proofread using commenting tools for maximum clarity and ease. When I return the work, it’s up to you (and your formatter) to apply any corrections and queries that come up.
I can also proofread short fiction in Word and Google Docs for fantasy writers submitting to competitions, lit mags, and anthologies.
The advantages of having a fantasy proofreader in the UK include:
- familiarity with UK English, if that’s what you’re writing in
- similar timezones if you have questions or I send you queries
- no extra costs to account for currency exchange
Thorough proofreading ensures the best quality writing; no more worrying about typos.
What a fantasy proofreader looks for:
Spelling & Grammar
Spelling mistakes & typos
Punctuation errors
Grammar errors
Capitalisation errors
Spacing errors
Consistency
Font consistency
Heading consistency
Paragraph style consistency
Contents consistency
Page number consistency
Fantasy story resources
Blog posts
Publishing services
Where to submit
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