Copy Edit & KDP Ready Memoir

$750-1500 USD

In Progress

Posted 3 months ago

$750-1500 USD

Paid on delivery

I’ve completed a 200-page memoir and now need it professionally polished and prepared for Kindle Direct Publishing. The manuscript is in solid shape, but I want a thorough copy edit that tightens sentences, fixes grammar and punctuation slip-ups, and ensures overall consistency without altering my voice. Once the text is refined, I also need it laid out so it flows cleanly in both the KDP print template and the Kindle e-book version—widows, orphans, headers, page numbers, and all the usual style points taken care of. For the cover, I’ll provide a high-resolution photograph that I’d like transformed into the full wrap (front, spine, back). The design should remain faithful to the photo while looking crisp in thumbnail view on Amazon. I’ll supply title, subtitle, author name, and back-cover copy; you handle sizing, bleed, and spine width calculations based on the final page count. Deliverables • Clean, copy-edited manuscript returned in Word with all changes tracked • Print-ready PDF interior meeting KDP’s trim, margin, and embed-font specs • Reflowable Kindle file (EPUB or KPF) that passes the Kindle Previewer checks • Press-ready cover PDF plus a flat JPEG for marketing I’m happy to answer questions, share style preferences, and review a short sample edit before we dive into the full project.

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@novamouy17

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@datasoftsolution

Hi I'm Adams Kazeem. With over five years of experience as a creative and diligent graphic designer, I am well-versed in all the skills required to make your memoir a success on Kindle Direct Publishing. I understand the importance of creating an engaging narrative that flows seamlessly through both print and e-book formats which is why I guarantee a clean, copy-edited manuscript as you desire. As someone who has a deep appreciation for storytelling, my goal is to enhance your authentic voice without commandeering it. My proficiency in Adobe InDesign ensures that your book will meet all KDP trim, margin, and embed-font specifications. Kindly check my portfolio for some of my previous projects, and glowing reviews from numerous happy clients. www.freelancer.com/u/datasoftsolution. In addition to designing, I also have competent photo editing and image manipulation skills which I can use to turn your high-resolution photograph into an eye-catching full-wrap cover design suitable for Amazon thumbnail view. When considering me for this project, you're not just getting a designer but someone who understands the market dynamics as well. I'd love to help bring your KDP book to life, cover to cover. Sincerely, Adams Kazeem

$800 USD in 7 days

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(9 reviews)

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@nmans

With a full-stack web development skill set and in-depth experience in E-Commerce, I can bring the technical proficiency you need to transform your memoir into a refined product, professionally polished and prepared for Kindle Direct Publishing. My extensive knowledge of layout formatting and embedding fonts aligns perfectly with your project requirement to ensure optimal digital reading experience for your readers. My ability to meet KDP's trim, margin and embed-font specifications comes from a deep understanding of different digital publishing platforms like WordPress, Magento and PHP, which are parallel in brining global efficiency and reach like your memoir aims. My commitment to current design trends makes me skilled at providing beautiful, full wrap covers that not only remain faithful to your high-resolution photo but also look crisp in thumbnail view specifically on Amazon. Lastly, as an academic writer too, I understand the importance of preserving your voice while enhancing grammar and fixing punctuation errors. I assur you not a single "iota" of meaning will be lost in my copy-editing process

$1,400 USD in 20 days