Services

Word Processing

Pricing includes computerized grammar/spell checking and print-out of one original on 24# white paper.
Turnaround time on small (1 to 10 pages) is 24-48 hours.
Rush orders of 24 hours or less, and projects requiring weekend and/or holiday work - may be subject to a rate increase of 20%.
Poor quality (hard to read, small text, etc.) source material will be subject to a rate increase of 20%.
There is a $10.00 minimum cost for all services.
By accepting work performed or services agreed upon, client assumes full responsibility for proofreading and accuracy of documents. Any errors or omissions found thereafter, are not the responsibility of Forward Editorial Proofing Service.
Confidentiality keeps us in business. Nothing of work submitted to us will be disclosed to anyone in any form without the written consent of the client.

We can help with design and reproduction of your documents. We will take your material, help with layout and design, add your graphics and text, and turn it into an informative, attractive newletter, flyer, brochure, announcement, etc... Whether you are a business, non-profit organization, student, or grandparent; we are equipped and ready to help you.

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Proofreading

We take an already-edited document and look at it one final time, checking for any remaining errors and inconsistencies. Proofreading is best done after the document is laid out.

Proofreading includes verifying word-for-word consistency of the printed document with the manuscript. In other words, a proofreader compares every word of your printed document with every word of your manuscript. If any words or syntax from the printed text do not match those of the manuscript, the proofreader will identify the deviations and correct them. Proofreading also includes checking letter spacing, margins, and other elements of textual display for accuracy and consistency.

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NOTE: Although the methods of proofing and editing may vary, the information below may be applied to Web Sites as well.

Editorial Proofing

Editorial Proofing includes correction of indisputable errors, such as misspellings, typographical errors, mis-numbering or mislabeling, subject/verb disagreement, errors in word usage (such as the use of further for farther), and incorrect or outdated cross-references.

Editorial proofing corrects punctuation only if the change prevents confusion.

The editorial proofreader retains secondary spellings, does not change minor grammar errors (such as "which" when copy should use "that,") and does not tamper with word choice or marginally incorrect punctuation (such as semicolons in a simple series) unless requested to do so.

Publishers often request editorial proofreading when previously published material is to be reprinted or when they are concerned about possible input errors in material that has been heavily edited or drastically formatted.

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Copyediting

At all levels of copyediting---light, medium, and heavy---we correct errors, check with the author about conflicting statements and problem resolution, and prepare a style sheet.

We may then incorporate the author's choices of changes; this work is known as cleanup editing. Customers seeking copyediting services should indicate whether or not they desire cleanup editing.

Light Copyediting includes:

Correcting faulty spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Correcting incorrect word usage (such as can for may)
Checking specific cross-references (for example, "As Table 14-6 shows . . .")
Ensuring consistency in spelling, hyphenation, numerals, fonts, and capitalization
Checking for proper sequencing (such as alphabetical order) in lists and other displayed material
Recording the first references to figures, tables, and other display elements

A light copyedit does not involve changes such as smoothing transitions or changing heads or text to ensure parallel structure. Editors check content only to detect spots where copy is missing.

Medium Copyediting

Includes all tasks for light copyediting, plus:
Changing text and heading to achieve parallel structure
Flagging inappropriate figures of speech
Ensuring that key terms are handled consistently and that vocabulary lists and the index contain all the terms that meet criteria specified by the publisher
Ensuring that previews, summaries, and end-of-chapter questions reflect the content
In fiction manuscripts, tracking the continuity of plot, setting, and character traits, and querying the author (or publisher) about discrepancies
Changing passive voice to active voice, if requested
Flagging ambiguous or incorrect statements

Heavy Copyediting (substantive editing)

All tasks for medium copyediting
Eliminating wordiness, triteness, and inappropriate jargon
Smoothing transitions and moving sentences to improve readability
Assigning new levels to heads to achieve logical structure
Suggesting -- and sometimes implementing --additions and deletions, noting them at the sentence and paragraph level

The key differences between heavy and medium copyedits are the levels of judgment and the rewriting involved. In a heavy copyedit, editors improve the flow of text rather than simply ensuring correct usage and grammar; may suggest rewritings rather than simply flagging problems; and may implement a uniform level, tone, and focus as specified by the customer.

Note: Heavy copyediting is available only on a limited basis. Please contact us to see whether we can meet your needs.

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Services

Word Processing

Desktop Publishing

Proofreading

Editorial Proofing

Copyediting

Light Copyediting includes:

Medium Copyediting

Heavy Copyediting (substantive editing)

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