Copy Editor — Christian-Based Science Education Booklet (17,485 words, Nonfiction)
I am seeking an experienced copy editor for a nonfiction Christian-based science education booklet (approximately 17,485 words; currently ~70 manuscript pages, expected 70–80 pages in final print layout).
The booklet explains scientific topics (physics, biology, cosmology, and light) for a general audience and homeschool families, presenting scientific discussion within a Christian worldview. The goal is clarity, readability, and professional polish while preserving the author’s voice and intended meaning.
This project is intended for print publication (7x10 format) and broad public distribution.
Scope of Work:
Copy editing for grammar, punctuation, spelling, and consistency
Improvements to clarity, readability, and flow
Sentence and paragraph structure suggestions
Light restructuring recommendations where helpful
Consistency of terminology and tone
Feedback on sections that are unclear, repetitive, or awkward
Preservation of the author’s voice and intended message
Editing using Track Changes in Microsoft Word
Not required:
Fact-checking scientific claims
Formatting or typesetting
Developmental rewriting
Audience:
General readers
Homeschool families
Christian education audience
Non-technical readers interested in science
Deliverables:
Edited manuscript with Track Changes
Optional summary notes or suggestions
One round of clarification questions after review
To Apply, Please Include:
Brief description of your book editing experience
Relevant titles or samples you have edited
Your typical editing process
Estimated timeline for completion
Your rate or estimated total hours
Confirmation you are comfortable editing faith-based educational content
Timeline: Flexible, but preferred completion within 3–4 weeks.
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The booklet explains scientific topics (physics, biology, cosmology, and light) for a general audience and homeschool families, presenting scientific discussion within a Christian worldview. The goal is clarity, readability, and professional polish while preserving the author’s voice and intended meaning.
This project is intended for print publication (7x10 format) and broad public distribution.
Scope of Work:
Copy editing for grammar, punctuation, spelling, and consistency
Improvements to clarity, readability, and flow
Sentence and paragraph structure suggestions
Light restructuring recommendations where helpful
Consistency of terminology and tone
Feedback on sections that are unclear, repetitive, or awkward
Preservation of the author’s voice and intended message
Editing using Track Changes in Microsoft Word
Not required:
Fact-checking scientific claims
Formatting or typesetting
Developmental rewriting
Audience:
General readers
Homeschool families
Christian education audience
Non-technical readers interested in science
Deliverables:
Edited manuscript with Track Changes
Optional summary notes or suggestions
One round of clarification questions after review
To Apply, Please Include:
Brief description of your book editing experience
Relevant titles or samples you have edited
Your typical editing process
Estimated timeline for completion
Your rate or estimated total hours
Confirmation you are comfortable editing faith-based educational content
Timeline: Flexible, but preferred completion within 3–4 weeks.
Apply Now
Apply Now