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Skills

  • Kindle
  • Editing
  • Proofreading
  • Consulting
  • Editing And Proofreading
  • Indesign
  • Publishing
  • Writing
  • PDF Design
  • Research
  • Academic Writing
  • Academic Consulting
  • Book Design
  • CreateSpace
  • Book Formatting

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Services

  • Editing & Proofreading

    $22/hr Starting at $250 Ongoing

    Dedicated Resource

    My specialty is helping first time and veteran authors shape their work into viable manuscripts for fiction, non-fiction, and academic publishers. Many of my clients self-publish, so I know how to format...

    Academic WritingBook DesignConsultingCopyeditingCreateSpace

  • Copywriting

    $22/hr Starting at $150 Ongoing

    Dedicated Resource

    Most of my copywriting has been done in conjunction with academic consulting or writing consulting. My clients have wanted someone not only to make sure that the manuscript is in perfect order before...

    Book DesignBook FormattingConsultingCopyeditingCreateSpace

  • Resumes & Cover Letters

    $22/hr Starting at $250 Ongoing

    Dedicated Resource

    I've done a lot of resumes and CVs over the years. So far I do not have samples of this work and I have not asked my clients for permission because I respect my clients' privacy. The resume/CV process...

    Academic WritingConsultingEditingIndesignKindle

  • Ghostwriting and Consulting

    $22/hr Starting at $2K Ongoing

    Dedicated Resource

    I have included here four examples of my ghostwriting. I often partner with scholars, students, and independent authors to create outstanding material that is attractive to top-notch peer reviewed journals,...

    Book DesignConsultingCopyeditingCopyrightCreateSpace

  • Academic Writing

    $22/hr Starting at $150 Ongoing

    Dedicated Resource

    As a PhD, you can expect that academic writing is a speciality of mine. I have published a serious academic work and several book reviews, I have edited and consulted with clients on books, dissertations,...

    Academic ConsultingAcademic WritingBook DesignConsultingCopyediting

  • Book Design

    $22/hr Starting at $250 Ongoing

    Dedicated Resource

    I design books using InDesign and Microsoft Word. I never use file conversion programs, but rebuild books for specific platforms. I use CreateSpace primarily, but also Lightening Source and others as...

    Book DesignCopyeditingCreateSpaceDesignEbook

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About

When I edit and proofread a book, I make my suggestions based on what 500 best selling authors are doing.

I own and operate The Sharper Quill, a small editing company based in Fort Worth, TX. I specialize in helping first-time authors, walking them through the entire writing, editing, and publication process. Established authors utilize me for consulting, ghostwriting, research, formatting for print and eBook, and copywriting. I have more than 16 years experience working with publishers, literary agencies, and independent authors.

Work Terms

My highest values are honesty, hard work, and open communication. I will give you the highest quality service with excellent turn-around time, giving you the best value for your money.I prefer to work entirely through Guru, but I will also accept PayPal and Google Pay.You will enjoy working with me to the completion of your project and beyond. Be sure to view my portfolio here and on my website www.nathan-barnes.com. My company website is www.sharperquill.com.