Proofreading
Proofreading is the final polish before your manuscript is ready to share with agents, editors, or young readers. At this stage, the story and prose are already in place; now the goal is to catch small, lingering errors that can distract from your world and characters.
I review spelling, punctuation, minor grammar issues, and formatting consistency to ensure your pages read smoothly and professionally. This is a careful, surface‑level pass that helps your manuscript feel clean, confident, and ready for its next step.
Proofreading Sample
Below is a short excerpt showing the kinds of mechanical corrections I make during a proofreading pass, including spelling, punctuation, grammar, and consistency checks.
Before: Raw Excerpt
The moon hung low over the Whispering Woods, casting it’s pale light across the crooked path. Liora tiptoed forward, clutching the map Gallagrin had given her earlier that day, though she wasn’t sure if this was the right way or not. A cold breaze rustled through the trees, carrying the faint sent of something sweet… or maybe sour. “Hello?” she called, her voice echoing farther then she expected. Nothing answered, except for a soft rustle that made her stop in her tracks and wonder if she should of stayed home afterall.
After: Polished Proofread
The moon hung low over the Whispering Woods, casting its pale light across the crooked path. Liora tiptoed forward, clutching the map Gallagrin had given her earlier that day, though she wasn’t sure if this was the right way or not. A cold breeze rustled through the trees, carrying the faint scent of something sweet… or maybe sour. “Hello,” she called, her voice echoing farther than she expected. Nothing answered except for a soft rustle that made her stop in her tracks and wonder if she should have stayed home after all.
Contact Me
I’d love to hear from you.
If you’re writing a middle grade fantasy manuscript and have questions about developmental editing, line editing, or proofreading, feel free to reach out. I’ll get back to you within a few days with availability and next steps.
leavelleditorial@gmail.com