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Proofreading Service
A-Line's proofreading service involves a thorough check of your document for errors such as incorrect spelling, punctuation, typographical errors (for example, extra spaces, duplication of words, captions that do not match illustrations, transposed material) and incorrect grammar. Proofreading is appropriate for writers who are satisfied with the general layout or structure of their document and the writer simply wants a final quality control measure.
The spelling check takes into account your requirements for Australian, American or British English.
Why you cannot rely on a computer spell- and grammar-check function
The most common trap for writers is the reliance on a computer spell-check and grammar-check functions. These checkers only pick up errors within a pre-programmed function. For specialised fields such as science or medicine, lengthy terms or uncommon words are generally not included in the software dictionary. Where words have been correctly spelled but have been used in the wrong context (homophones: words that sound the same but are spelled differently), a computer's check function will not identify the error. For example:
I don't know weather my appointment is today or tomorrow.
In this example, the word weather is incorrect; it should in fact be whether.
Similarly, a computer spell-checker may identify different errors, depending on the version of English that has been programmed or set, such as Australian, American or British English. Words where such differences are common include Australian/British words that end in -our, such as labour, colour, favour. The American English version of these words is labor, color and favor. Other examples include words that end in -ise (Australian/British) versus ize (American), such as recognise versus recognize. There are many other examples where these differences apply.
Hard Copy Marked Changes
If you wish to either submit a document that is in hard copy or would like your electronic document printed and marked-up by hand, this will be achieved using common proofreading marks. For a document that is double-spaced, marks will be made within the text and above the text line. For single-spaced documents, marks will be made at the relevant point in the text and referenced in the margin.
Full Edit
If you would like your document edited or proofread with the changes inserted directly into the document with no visible tracking of the changes, this is the option for you. The editor will work directly with the electronic document, with the tracked changes feature turned off. This means you will receive back the fully revised document with no reference to where the changes have been made and no ability to choose whether or not you accept the changes.
Electronic Tracked Changes
Electronic tracked changes is the option you would choose for your document copy edit/proofread if you wish to decide whether to accept or reject the suggested changes. The document will be reviewed in Microsoft Word® with the tracked changes function switched on. When you receive your checked document, all suggested changes will be highlighted by a different coloured font, a margin line and a summary box of the change. You can then review your document and choose to accept/reject a suggestion by the click of your mouse.
Similarly, any structural or formatting suggestions will be highlighted, giving you full control of the appearance of your end product. Where the editor has other comments or suggestions, a comment will be inserted at the relevant point in the text for you to consider. A comment will be inserted in a balloon in the margin of the document.
Copy Editing Service
A copy edit of your document will involve a line-by-line edit of the text and will identify potential areas for improvement in the work, with an overall aim to enhance readability. In addition to proofreading the text, the copy edit will also look for such things as:
style discrepancies for example fonts, heading size/placement
format consistency throughout document
paragraph layout
continuity
appropriateness for target audience
consistency with publishing firm or business style
copyright issues
In addition to the above, a copy edit will also involve a check of references/quotes that have been placed either in a footnote or endnote, against the full bibliography.
Make a Payment
A-Line Editing and Proofreading accepts payment via:
Direct Deposit (Preferred method):
Westpac Banking Corporation
Account Name: Helen Batziris
BSB: 033270
Account No: 324938
Credit Card:
Note: You do not need to have a PayPal account to use this feature.
After you click on the 'Buy Now' button below, please enter your invoice number under 'Description'. You will then be prompted to insert the amount you have been billed.
Proofreading and Copy Editing Our Fees
The fee depends on many variables such as document length (including average number of words per page), content complexity and type of editing or proofreading required. Also, the level of technical input in relation to A-Line's fields of expertise are also considered. The average fee is listed below but the best way to ensure a reasonable quote for your needs is to email A-Line a sample page or preferably your entire document. This will enable provision of a customised quote related to your document. A-Line offers competitive rates and efficient, expert service.
Should you wish to proceed following receipt of the quote, payment is required before service commencement. A-Line accepts payment online via Paypal, direct debit or cheque/money order. See make a payment page for further details.
Where documents are anticipated to take less than one hour to proofread or edit, price below will be decreased pro-rata.
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Copy Editing |
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Business Services |
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Accreditation Documentation |
$55 per hour |
$65 per hour |
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Advertising |
$55 per hour |
$65 per hour |
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Annual Reports |
$55 per hour |
$65 per hour |
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Business Cases |
$55 per hour |
$65 per hour |
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Manuals |
$55 per hour |
$65 per hour |
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Questionnaires/Surveys |
$55 per hour |
$65 per hour |
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Restaurant/Café Menus |
$40 per hour |
$65 per hour |
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Copy Editing |
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Assignments |
$45 per hour |
$55 per hour |
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Journal Submissions |
$55 per hour |
$65 per hour |
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Course Material |
$50 per hour |
$60 per hour |
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Scholarship Submissions |
$50 per hour |
$50 per hour |
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Copy Editing |
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Personal Documentation Services |
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Correspondence |
$45 per hour |
$55 per hour |
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Copy Editing |
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Articles |
$50 per hour |
$55 per hour |
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A-Line Editing Fees
The fee depends on many variables such as document length (including average number of words per page) and type of editing and proofreading required. For example, a quick look over for obvious typographical errors, grammar etc. will be a faster process and therefore cost less than a document requiring more in-depth editing.
The best way to ensure a reasonable quote for your needs is to email me a sample page. I will provide you with a quote within a few hours
About A-Line Editing
A-Line editing and proofreading is owned and operated by Helen Batziris. Helen has worked extensively in the scientific (in particular, forensic science), healthcare and community care sectors, and possesses in excess of fifteen years' quality and risk management experience. With vast experience in developing newsletters, presentations, manuals, policies, procedures, reports (including data reports), technical and accreditation documentation, Helen understands the required formats for these documents and can assist with adapting to company style. With specific training in survey design and data interpretation, you can be assured that your surveys will be edited with your target audience in mind. Likewise, having undertaken scientific and legal research, in addition to having published numerous journal articles, Helen possesses a strong focus on academic writing.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours)
- Master of Health and Medical Law
- Certificate of Editing and Proofreading
- Certificate in Advanced Editing and Proofreading
Specialised Experience
- ACHS Accreditation (Australian Council on Healthcare Standards)
- Science (including forensic science)
- Health and Medical Law
- Healthcare
- Community Care
- Medicine
- NATA/ISO Accreditation (Australia)
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Organisational Development
- Organisational Innovation
- Privacy Requirements
- Quality Management
- Risk management