Proofreading Services for a Publication-Ready Manuscript

An old typewriter and sheet of paper with a Cynthia Ozick quote under proofreading services that states "Two things remain irretrievable: time and a first impression."

As the last stage of quality control, my proofreading services ensure that your text is error-free, your design and formatting are consistent, and your message is maximized. I apply thirty-eight years of expertise along with the relevant style guide for your project.

If the details below don’t describe the type of professional editing services you think your manuscript might need at this stage, consult my other service definition pages for manuscript evaluation, substantive editing, line editing, and copy editing.

If you’re still unsure or would just like to see how I can be of help, contact me and we’ll determine your next best steps together. No more time and energy wasted second-guessing. I’ll show you what to fix and how.


My proofreading services include:

  • reading proofs against edited copy to catch typos and formatting errors;
  • may include incorporating and/or exercising discretion on author’s alterations,
  • flagging locations of art and page references; and 
  • verifying html or other style codes.

Proofing may also include:

  • checking for adherence to the design sample (including accuracy of running heads, folios, and changes made to type in the design sample);
  • checking page breaks and location of art; and 
  • inserting page numbers to table of contents and cross-references.
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“Without the great work of Heather at Strong Finish, many of The World Remembers’ text materials would be in shaky shape. It is a great service: fast, thorough, and considerate of editorial parameters.”
Headshot of The World Remembers producer R H Thomson.
~ R. H. Thomson
Producer, The World Remembers
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“Thanks would not be complete without mentioning Heather Sangster of Strong Finish Book Editing, who has the incredible skill of making me sound much more polished than I am able to on my own.”
Christine Conway, author
~ Christine Conway, CFP, CHS
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