Services
We offer two services:
- Straightforward proofreading of edited text
- Proofediting for text that requires a little more intervention
The markup can be completed in the following formats:
- Microsoft Word using Track Changes and comments
- PDF callout boxes and comments
- BSI proofreading symbols on PDF
- BSI proofreading symbols in ink on hard copy
What's the difference between proofreading and editing?
Proofreading is traditionally the publishing industry’s final check for consistency, layout, spelling, punctuation and grammar. There is only essential rewording of inaccuracies and no restructuring. Text should already be edited before proofreading.
The proofedit includes minor suggestions regarding word choice, sentence structure and elimination of repetition. If English is not the first language of the author, or the text has not been edited by someone other than the author, it often requires a proofedit.
Editing (copyediting) is not a service we currently offer. It involves more extensive modifications of the text, which happens before design, typesetting and proofreading in the publishing process.
Examples of Recent Work
Proofedited an expert-witness statement to check punctuation, spelling, grammar, and clarify meaning before it was submitted to attorneys for legal review.
Proofread a 39-page science academic’s curriculum vitae with complete career history. This carefully edited CV required close attention to detail, particularly in the references to scientific papers. The author was very grateful and happy to have a second pair of eyes put the finishing touches on this important document.
How it Works
Contact us with a few details about your document and your deadline.
Within 2 working days, if we have availability, we will return our terms and conditions and request a sample page.
We will return a quote with the completed sample page and request the entire document and contact details for queries.
When the markup is complete, you will receive it for approval along with an invoice for services. Long texts may be delivered and billed in instalments.