Betareading, literary editing, proofreading of a work of art

Budget: 700 UAH Deadline: 3 days

Good day, Oleksandr!
Thank you for the detailed description — the project looks truly deep and interesting. I work with artistic texts (editing, proofreading, translation), particularly with substantial works and complex dramaturgy, so the format you described is familiar to me.
I can cover the entire cycle:
— beta reading with deep analysis (plot, characters, structure, pace, meanings);
— artistic editing;
— translation (Ukrainian / English);
— proofreading.
Regarding beta reading:
I work not formally, but as a co-participant in the process — I provide structured feedback with reasoning, suggestions for solutions, and options for improvement. I pay attention not only to logic and style but also to subtexts, ideas, and the emotional perception of the text.
Format of the result:
— structured document (Google Docs / PDF);
— comments by sections + overall conclusion;
— separate recommendations for further development.
Deadlines:
approximately 5–7 days for beta reading (30,000 words).
Cost:
approximately $120–200 for this stage.
I will send answers to questions and the edited excerpt in private, as you mentioned.
I would be happy to work together if we feel that we are "on the same wavelength."
Thank you! Expand

Budget: 700 UAH Deadline: 2 days

Good day! I am a copywriter with experience in writing texts for websites, blogs, social media, and advertising materials. I write lively, structured, and clear texts, focused on the target audience and business objectives. I can work according to specifications, meet deadlines, and easily adapt my style — from informational to sales-oriented. I work with experienced translators. We work with more than 20 languages. I would be happy to take on your project and provide a quality result. I am ready for collaboration!

Budget: 700 UAH Deadline: 1 day

Good time of day! 🧡
I am ready to start working, I will be happy to help with minimal deadlines 😉
I have experience working on similar projects. 🌼 (There are reviews on this topic and work in the portfolio)
I will do it in the best way, I will start now! 🚀🛸✈️

Be sure to write, we will discuss. I respond instantly!

Budget: 900 UAH Deadline: 3 days

Hello, I am ready to take on the beta reading stage. I can carefully go through the text, check the logic of the plot, the sequence of characters, the pacing, and clarity, and provide structured, detailed comments on what works, what is confusing, and where the story can be improved. I will also highlight the overall impression and main ideas of the work from my perspective. I can give honest and accurate feedback while maintaining the author's tone.

I have experience in literary editing of long texts and can communicate clearly regarding suggestions for changes. I can start immediately.

Budget: 700 UAH Deadline: 1 day

Hello, Oleksandr.
I offer my services, I have experience working as a beta reader for books of various genres. Here are links to some completed projects.
https://freelancehunt.com/project/beta-riding-kniga-ta-samaya-ili-udivitelnaya/1130956.html
https://freelancehunt.com/project/potribno-pereviriti-pravilnist-napisannya-hudozhnoyi-knigi/1534910.html
I sent the test in private messages. The deadlines and price are indicated conditionally.

Budget: 700 UAH Deadline: 1 day

Good day, Oleksandr! I am very interested in your project, especially its psychological-philosophical depth and approach to finding "your" editor. This format of work is close to me, as I also believe that a quality result is only possible when there is a shared vision and complete immersion in the text.
A brief about me:
I have an education in journalism, translation, and editing. I have been working with texts for over 13 years: as a copywriter, editor, and translator. I have significant experience specifically with books, particularly in psychological and artistic directions: from writing from scratch to deep literary editing and proofreading of large works (300,000+ words).
I do not just "proofread" the text, but immerse myself in it: I analyze meanings, subtexts, the logic of event development, and character behavior. I am not afraid to argue my opinion if I see how to make the work stronger.
I can cover the entire cycle of work:
1) beta reading (with detailed structured feedback)
2) artistic editing
3) translation (Ukrainian/English)
4) deep literary analysis
5) preparation for publication and layout
That is, if needed, full support "turnkey."

Deadlines: approximately 7-10 days after receiving the text.
Cost: I will indicate a conditional amount for posting feedback, as each stage needs to be discussed separately.

I am interested in long-term cooperation and ready to fully engage in your project. I have written to you in personal messages and am eagerly awaiting your response. Thank you! Expand

Budget: 750 UAH Deadline: 1 day

Hello, Alexander. We both have something in common regarding life and philosophy. I just do not accept swearing. If it can be done without it, then I am at your service. I can do a lot...

Budget: 1500 UAH Deadline: 7 days

Good day. I am a literary editor. I will complete the tasks with quality and within the agreed timeframe. I am ready for collaboration.

Budget: 27000 UAH Deadline: 30 days

Hello, Oleksandr! My name is Oleksiy. I would be happy to establish a long-term collaboration on your project. I have a higher technical education and studied world literature in a cultural studies course at the Kyiv Conservatory. I write my own texts. I will send you a test excerpt today during the day. Wishing you a good mood and inspiration!

Budget: 1000 UAH Deadline: 2 days

Good day, Oleksandr. I am a certified editor (KPI, publishing and editing), with over 20 years of experience in the profession. I have participated in the preparation for printing of periodicals, artistic books, monographs, etc. I am equally proficient in both Russian and Ukrainian languages. Initially, I suggest betareading to analyze and evaluate the work. Then I can perform editing and translation into Ukrainian. I edited one paragraph, but I couldn't send it - you have disabled message reception in your profile. Perhaps there is another way? I am posting here the cost only for betareading.

Budget: 700 UAH Deadline: 2 days

Good day!

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Our services:
• Texts for websites, blogs, social media
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We work quickly, responsibly, and with a love for words. We are ready to discuss the details!

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The Flashorder Team Expand

Budget: 14000 UAH Deadline: 20 days

Hello.

I have similar completed projects with excellent reviews. I work with the full publishing cycle and can assist with all stages of preparing a book for print. My portfolio includes numerous publications — from literary works to philosophy, ethics, aesthetics, and art studies. I have been working with some authors for many years.

Essentially, what you described (if done well, not quickly and not fragmentarily) is literary editing. In collaboration with you, we will bring the text to its final state, after which it can be translated. I also perform translation, design, and layout — see the links below.
Write to me, and we will discuss the details and the price.

More about myself: I am one of those people who chose education and a life’s work out of love. I have 15 years of experience in publishing, literary editing, design, and book layout. Over 400 publications have been released with my involvement. Most of them have been done "turnkey" — from manuscript to print run.

With me, your book will not only be published but will also become what you dreamed of.

I invite you to visit my website: https://kulinsky.antipublishing.com.ua

and my short portfolio: Freelancehunt

The website of my publishing platform may also be useful: https://antipublishing.com.ua

Thank you,
wishing you light,
Ivan. Expand

Budget: 27000 UAH Deadline: 30 days

Hello. Thank you for the provided excerpt. Below is the analysis of the work and a small editing suggestion for the excerpt. There is a ready version of the text.
Text analysis: "What did the author want to say?"
In this excerpt, the author explores the theme of internal crisis and the search for theodicy (justification of God in the presence of evil in the world). Through the reflections and actions of the hero, Vitya, several key ideas are conveyed:
Conflict between logic and the injustice of life: Vitya tries to build a coherent philosophical system, but it collapses when confronted with real tragedy (the illness of a child). The author shows that dry theory is powerless in the face of the irrational cruelty of fate. It is "more honest" for the hero to accept the absence of God than to acknowledge a God who allows the suffering of the innocent for the sake of "lessons" for others.
Symbolism of the "missing puzzle piece": The hero's intellectual satisfaction quickly turns into anger. This emphasizes that his search is not a thirst for truth, but an attempt to regain control over his own life, which he has lost (as indicated by the crutches and injury).
Struggle with oneself (microcosm and macrocosm): Vitya's inability to cope with smoking and promises to himself mirrors his inability to "negotiate" with the structure of the Universe. The wardrobe at the end becomes a symbol of an insurmountable obstacle and accumulated rage.
Radical rebellion: The final scene, where Vitya knocks over the wardrobe, is an act of powerless but furious rebellion against circumstances, things, and his own limitations. This is a transition from a mental search for meaning to physical destruction as the only available way to express his protest.
Editing the text (fragment 107)
I chose the final paragraph as it is the climax and requires maximum dynamics.

Information about me:
Time frame for completing such tasks: From 1 to 3 hours depending on the complexity of the context and the volume of analysis.
About myself: I specialize in deep analysis of literary texts, paying special attention to character psychology and hidden authorial metaphors. I have experience in literary editing and proofreading, working on improving the dynamics of the narrative without losing the author's style. As a psychologist by education, I help authors refine character motivations and make their internal monologues more authentic. Expand

Budget: 25000 UAH Deadline: 21 days

Good morning, Oleksandr. I am interested in your project. I have experience in writing, editing, and proofreading texts and books before their publication (if needed, I can send examples of my work in private messages). Recently, about 5.5 months ago, I did editorial proofreading before the publication of "Childhood Diary" (psychology) + currently, I am performing editorial proofreading and correction of a novel, preparing it for publication. I work both in Word and in Google Docs.

In addition, I have a second degree in psychology. I work as an adult psychologist. Therefore, I understand how our psyche works. I am a native speaker of Ukrainian. I have advanced proficiency in Russian.

I am close to the theme of the work. Since I am a person with limited physical abilities, who had little chance of survival at birth, and who has gone through a lot in my life. So, I am happy to help you with this project. I guarantee seriousness, responsibility, and timely submission.

If you are interested in my candidacy as a performer, I am ready to discuss all the details of our cooperation in private messages. (The cost I indicated is approximate for the entire range. Therefore, the final budget and deadlines can be discussed).

I would be glad to cooperate with you. Please feel free to reach out.

Sincerely, Olha Nikityuk. Expand

Budget: 2000 UAH Deadline: 10 days

Hello, I am interested in the project, your story is very emotional, it successfully conveys all the pain and suffering of the main character, a disabled person, due to injustice in life, who has become disillusioned with faith in God and the further meaning of life. The character's motives are completely understandable and there are currently no questions about them. There are also no questions regarding spelling mistakes in the text, everything is well composed. I am fluent in both Ukrainian and Russian. I hope for further cooperation. Feel free to contact me!