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I'm looking to hire a copy editor for a novella. The novella is based on a longer novel (a different character's POV), so the story beats, and much of the dialogue are already set by the main story. I just need someone to comb over the story and make sure my grammar and such are good. :)
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Hello, A great novella should disappear into the reader's imagination, not be interrupted by grammar slips, awkward phrasing, or inconsistencies. Since your story already has a strong foundation and established plot structure, this project is all about polishing the prose so the narrative flows smoothly and the character's unique perspective shines through without distractions. I can provide a thorough copy edit focused on grammar, punctuation, sentence flow, consistency, word choice, and readability while preserving your voice and the connection to the original novel. My goal is to make the manuscript feel clean, professional, and ready for readers without altering the story beats or character dynamics that are already working. Send me a message.
$140 CAD in 7 days
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Greetings! I’m a top-rated freelancer with 17+ years of experience and a portfolio of 700+ satisfied clients. I specialize in delivering high-quality, professional novel editing services tailored to your unique needs. Please feel free to message me to discuss your project and review my portfolio. I’d love to help bring your ideas to life! Looking forward to collaborating with you! Best regards, Revival
$99 CAD in 7 days
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Your novella already has a strong foundation, and I can help polish it with a careful copy edit that improves grammar, punctuation, and readability while preserving your voice and the connection to the main story. I have experience editing fiction manuscripts and can thoroughly review your novella to ensure the writing flows smoothly, dialogue remains consistent, and the manuscript is clean and ready for readers. Please join me in the chat to discuss the project in detail, finalize it, and begin working on it promptly. AqSa
$250 CAD in 7 days
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Copy editing a novella with established story beats requires surgical precision—maintaining the original narrative intent while eliminating grammar, syntax, and consistency issues that distract readers. Since your dialogue and plot structure are locked, the focus shifts to sentence-level refinement and tonal consistency across POV shifts. This project involves line-by-line review for grammar, punctuation, word choice, and rhythm. The work includes flagging repetitive phrasing, ensuring dialogue tags are clean, verifying tense consistency, and catching structural issues like info-dumping or pacing breaks that emerge during editing passes. Deliverable includes the edited manuscript with tracked changes, a detailed editorial letter highlighting patterns and problem areas, and a clean final version ready for beta readers or publication. The turnaround depends on manuscript length, but typical novella edits run 5-7 business days. Previous YA fiction edits have consistently received feedback that the manuscript reads more polished without losing the author's original voice. Ready to start immediately.
$30 CAD in 1 day
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Hello! Need your novella to read smoothly, clean, and professional without changing your original voice? I can carefully polish your manuscript so every sentence flows naturally and feels effortless to read. I will go through your story line by line, fixing grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, and consistency while keeping your tone and style intact. Since your plot and dialogue are already set, my focus will be purely on making the writing clearer and more polished. Let’s initiate a chat and discuss your novella length and editing needs in more detail. ThankYou.
$250 CAD in 7 days
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Copy editing a novella derived from an existing novel requires balancing consistency with the source material while tightening prose for YA readers. The challenge here is ensuring dialogue and plot beats remain cohesive with the main story while elevating grammar, syntax, and narrative clarity throughout. This project sits squarely within specialized fiction editing work. Having completed 500+ client projects with a 4.9/5 rating, including extensive fiction editing and proofreading across multiple genres, the editorial approach here is straightforward: line-by-line review for grammar, punctuation, flow, and structural consistency. YA fiction has specific pacing and voice requirements that demand attention to dialogue tags, POV consistency, and age-appropriate language nuance. Deliverable includes a fully edited manuscript with tracked changes for author review, along with a summary of editorial decisions. Turnitin plagiarism report included. Unlimited revisions until complete satisfaction. Timeline depends on manuscript length and complexity, which we can clarify upon acceptance. Ready to begin immediately upon project confirmation.
$30 CAD in 1 day
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Hello With my extensive and varied background in writing and editing, I'd be a perfect fit for your YA fiction project. In addition to being a business consultant, I've also been an avid YA fiction writer for many years now. Working with me will not only ensure a polished manuscript but also a honed narrative structure for your character's voice. In sum, my unique combination of skills would guarantee that your work comes out refined, maintaining the integrity of the longer novel while ensuring all grammatical nuances are expertly addressed. I can't wait to get started on this exciting project with you! Let's collaborate to present your story in its best light. Hire me today for quality and impactful storytelling that your audience will love. Thanks Brian
$140 CAD in 3 days
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With extensive experience in professional writing and editing, I am confident I can provide the meticulous eye your novella needs. Your project intrigues me as it calls for preserving established story beats and character voices while fine-tuning grammar and structure. As an eBook writer, the skillful balancing act between consistency and effective personalization will serve your project well. My background in academic writing has honed both my language skills and attention to detail over time. This, combined with my passion for creative writing, ensures that every comma, every line break will be scrutinized to create a seamless reading experience. Finally, communication is key to any fruitful collaboration. I assure you of timely updates on the project progress and open channels for any discussions or clarifications you may require. So, why settle for good grammar when you can have impeccable syntax with a touch of creativity? Let’s work together to transform your YA novella into a masterpiece!
$100 CAD in 3 days
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Congratulations on completing the new POV! I'll be happy to read both. I scored a 9.0 band in my IELTS test (one of the top scores). You can rest assured the novella will have a clean structure, readability, and grammar by the time I finish editing. Since many people fake certificates and achievements here, I'm happy to show you my result card if you'd like proof. I understand the request, as we're working online. I've also helped dozens of Amazon clients format and publish their novels on Kindle. What's the genre, and how many pages is each story?
$100 CAD in 3 days
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Hello, I am Amna, a seasoned professional with 6+ years of experience in Proofreading, Copy Editing, and Editing. I understand your requirement for a copy editor for your YA fiction novella. With over 210 projects completed, I have worked with a wide range of clients from startups to corporations, ensuring their complete satisfaction. I can provide thorough proofreading and editing services to ensure your novella is polished and error-free while maintaining the original story beats and dialogue. My expertise covers grammar, syntax, and overall coherence to enhance the quality of your work. Let's discuss your project further in chat for a detailed understanding of your needs. Regards, Amna
$30 CAD in 1 day
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Hi i can surely assist you in writing /creating /drafting etc. and professionally copy editing your novella to ensure it is polished and ready for readers. I have experience editing fiction manuscripts with a focus on grammar, spelling, punctuation, sentence flow, consistency, and readability while preserving the author's unique voice and style. Since your novella is connected to an existing novel, I understand the importance of maintaining consistency in dialogue, character voice, and story beats without making unnecessary changes to the narrative. I will carefully review the manuscript line by line, correcting errors and improving clarity where needed while ensuring the story remains true to your vision. My goal is to deliver a clean, professional manuscript that reads smoothly and allows readers to stay fully immersed in the story. I am detail-oriented, reliable, and committed to providing high-quality editing with clear communication throughout the project. I would be happy to discuss your novella and review a sample if needed. Thanks
$30 CAD in 1 day
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Hello, I am confident I can help fine-tune your novella with meticulous proofreading and copy editing to ensure it flows seamlessly. With my expertise in editing and fiction, I will polish your story, correct grammatical errors, and enhance readability while respecting your existing dialogue and story beats. Let's discuss your timeline and next steps. What specific tone or style are you aiming for in the novella? Thanks, Rahul
$30 CAD in 1 day
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Hi There, I understand that you’re seeking a meticulous copy editor for your novella, ensuring the grammar and flow align with your existing narrative. With over 10 years of experience in proofreading and editing, I specialize in refining manuscripts while preserving the author’s voice, making me well-suited for your project. My expertise in fiction and copy editing will guarantee that your novella shines while staying true to the established dialogue and story beats from the main novel. You can review my work and experience through my portfolio: https://freelancer.com/u/Muhammad S I am excited about the possibility of working together to enhance your novella. Thanks, Muhammad S
$30 CAD in 1 day
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"Hey, I think you would like to read this. I noticed that your YA fiction story edit project requires a meticulous eye for detail, which aligns perfectly with my copy editing skills. I specialize in refining grammar and enhancing readability while preserving the original voice and story essence. What you can expect from my service: 1. Thorough grammar and punctuation check 2. Consistent style and tone throughout the novella 3. Suggestions for improving clarity and flow I would like to discuss more about the project. You lose nothing. Also, creating milestones ensures payment protection. This message can serve as proof for a full refund if needed. Kind Regards, Riyaat"
$150 CAD in 7 days
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YA Fiction Story Edit is right in my area. I work with the full Microsoft Office suite daily — Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, and PDF. I can clean up and format documents, build spreadsheets with proper formulas, create presentation decks, design Power BI dashboards, and set up fillable forms. The output is always organized, consistent, and ready to use. ✨ https://www.freelancer.com/u/rohaansheikh90?sb=t ✨ Let's talk. — Rohaan
$30 CAD in 7 days
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I’m excited to help you edit your YA fiction novella! With strong skills in editing, I can ensure your grammar and style shine. I’ll thoroughly check every sentence, making sure it flows well and matches the established story beats and dialogue from the longer novel. It's great that you've laid a strong foundation; now let’s enhance it together! What specific elements of grammar or style are you most concerned about? Are there specific themes or tones you want to ensure are maintained in the editing? How many rounds of edits do you envision for this project? What is your timeline for completion? I look forward to working closely with you!
$30 CAD in 14 days
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Hello, I would be happy to help edit your novella. I can carefully review grammar, spelling, punctuation, and sentence flow while preserving the original voice and style of your story. I pay close attention to detail and will ensure the manuscript reads smoothly and professionally. I am committed to clear communication and timely delivery. Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to working with you.
$50 CAD in 3 days
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Hola, me encantaría ayudarte con la corrección de estilo de tu novela corta. Me parece una idea fantástica contar la historia desde la perspectiva de otro personaje, ¡le da muchísima riqueza a la trama! Me enfocaré en revisar minuciosamente la gramática, la ortografía y la fluidez del texto, respetando siempre la esencia, la trama y los diálogos que ya tienes definidos en la historia principal para que todo encaje a la perfección. Quedo a tu disposición para comenzar a trabajar en tus textos cuando gustes. :)
$140 CAD in 7 days
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The value of this project isn't simply correcting grammar—it's ensuring the novella reads smoothly while preserving the voice, pacing, and continuity established by the original novel. Since this story follows a different character's perspective, consistency with the existing dialogue and story beats is just as important as technical accuracy. My editing process focuses on: • Correcting grammar, spelling, punctuation, and syntax • Improving sentence flow without changing your narrative voice • Checking dialogue for natural rhythm and consistency • Identifying awkward phrasing, repetition, and minor continuity issues • Delivering a polished manuscript while respecting your style I have extensive experience editing fiction and understand that copy editing should enhance the reading experience without rewriting the author's work. My goal is for readers to notice the story—not the edits. If you'd like, I'm happy to edit a short sample so you can see how I approach your manuscript before moving forward with the full novella. I look forward to discussing your project.
$30 CAD in 1 day
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Hello, I have experience in copy editing and proofreading fiction manuscripts, including ensuring grammar accuracy, consistent tense usage, smooth sentence flow, and overall readability while preserving the author’s original voice and intent. For your novella, I will carefully review the entire manuscript line by line, correcting grammatical issues, punctuation, and stylistic inconsistencies while maintaining your narrative tone and the established story structure. Since the plot and dialogue are already set, my focus will be purely on refining language quality so the text reads smoothly, professionally, and publication-ready without altering your creative direction. Take a quick look at my portfolio and you’ll see the fit: https://www.freelancer.com/u/illiyaan5 Let’s connect and have a quick chat to get started as soon as you want and to get this work done. Regards, Illiyaan.
$100 CAD in 2 days
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