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Summary Title: Proofreader / Light Copy Editor for 92,000-Word Literary Thriller Novel Description: I’m looking for a skilled editor to complete a proofread + light copy-edit of my finished 92,000-word literary thriller titled The Killing Heart. The manuscript is polished and structurally sound — I’m not seeking major rewrites or developmental editing. I need a professional second pair of eyes to refine: • grammar, punctuation, and consistency • clarity and sentence flow • basic pacing improvements • readability • KDP-clean formatting (optional but preferred) The story blends atmospheric prose and emotional depth with fast-paced thriller elements. Set between Bangkok and the Alaskan wilderness, it follows two estranged brothers caught in a violent conspiracy involving a stolen crypto drive and a global crime syndicate. What I’m Looking For: • Experienced fiction editor (thriller, suspense, crime, or literary fiction preferred) • Strong proofreading and light line-editing skills • Respect for author voice — no heavy rewrites • Ability to deliver clean, consistent, professional markup • Willingness to provide a 5–10 page sample edit Timeline: 2–4 weeks Please include a short note about your experience with fiction and whether you can provide a sample edit. Apply tot his job