I recognize that having someone read your writing and then make alterations to it can sometimes feel invasive―and possibly even insulting at times! With this in mind, I always make sure that it is the writer's voice that is "heard" and not mine, the editor's. My voice is the one in the background ensuring there are no grammatical or spelling errors in your work; it is also the voice that ensures clarity in your meaning and economy in your words.
Because it is very important to choose an editor who is not only knowledgeable and accurate, but also one who is quick to pick up on what you wish to convey, easy to communicate with, and has a highly developed work ethic, I believe this crucial decision shouldn't be left to chance. As a result, I offer potential clients the opportunity to try me out, free of charge, in order that you may feel comfortable with my abilities and to ascertain that we are a good fit for each other before before embarking on the work.
To begin this process, I invite you to call or email me so that you can detail the specifics your copyediting needs. I will ask you to send me a sample of your writing (between 750 and 1,000 words), which I will edit at no cost, and I will return your sample detailing my edits using Word's Track Changes. I have found this to be the best and most effective way both to offer you an accurate estimate of how long it will take to edit your work and to allow you to determine firsthand the value I offer.
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