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I have a college-freshman-level book (a bit over 200 pages) that explores creative, research-backed ways to overcome depression. The Simplified Chinese edition is already finalized; now I need the Traditional Chinese text to show respect for those using it weekly. Your job is straightforward but meticulous: read the entire manuscript and 1) clarify any line that feels vague or imprecise, 2) replace phrasing that sounds awkward, unnatural, or “translated”, and 3) correct every character error—wrong form, missing strokes, or regional mismatch. I need a native-level editor who works with Traditional Chinese every week in real life, not an algorithm. Please handle the file entirely by hand; NO AI-generated aid. You will receive the Word document and can return it the same way, changing the text as you advise, and you will be the Translation Consultant in book is you wish. We welcome your repair of anything hard to read. Once the manuscript flows naturally, with flawless characters and clear, engaging language, the project is complete. It has been revised over 70x, so priority focus is correct Traditional Chinese.
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$38 USD in 20 days
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I can provide the meticulous and culturally resonant editing your manuscript deserves. I have strong professional experience in this field and a deep understanding of the linguistic nuances between Simplified and Traditional Chinese. I will carefully refine every sentence by hand to ensure the prose flows naturally and feels authentic to Traditional Chinese readers while maintaining the integrity of your research. My focus will be on eliminating any awkward phrasing and ensuring every character is accurate and appropriate for the context of your book. Best regards Imran U
$30 USD in 40 days
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I am a native Traditional Chinese speaker and a meticulous editor who works with Traditional Chinese daily. For your 200+ page book, I will manually review every line — no AI. My focus is on three things: 1. Clarifying vague or imprecise expressions. 2. Rewriting awkward, unnatural phrasing into smooth, authentic Traditional Chinese. 3. Correcting all character errors, including wrong forms, missing strokes, or regional mismatches. The Simplified Chinese edition is already finalized. This book has been revised over 70 times, so my primary job is to ensure flawless Traditional Chinese while preserving original meaning and tone. I will return a clean Word document with all changes clearly shown. I am happy to be listed as Translation Consultant if you wish. Let me deliver a manuscript that reads as if originally written in Traditional Chinese — not translated. Thank you for considering my proposal.
$38 USD in 40 days
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I am a native Traditional Chinese writer with professional experience in editing and a strong foundation in academic research. This combination allows me to ensure that every line of text is precise, clear, and stylistically refined. I am able to identify and correct all the issues your project may encounter, including vague or imprecise sentences, awkward or “translated‑sounding” phrasing, incorrect characters, missing strokes, or regional inconsistencies. My editorial background means I do more than fix errors — I elevate the writing itself. I refine rhythm, strengthen logic, and ensure the manuscript reads naturally, elegantly, and with the stylistic consistency expected of a published work. I completed my master’s degree in the social sciences at King’s College London, which further strengthened my ability to analyse complex arguments, understand subtle nuances, and maintain clarity while preserving depth. This makes me particularly strong at proofreading work that requires academic rigor and accurate Traditional Chinese character usage. Your manuscript has already been revised more than seventy times, which means what you need now is not a general editor — you need someone who can deliver flawless Traditional Chinese, restore natural flow, and polish every detail by hand. I am the right person for that work.
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