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Bilingual Fiction Editor Needed (English & Spanish) I'm an independent author looking for an experienced fiction editor for an ongoing post-apocalyptic novel series. The manuscript is approximately 100,000–120,000 words and contains both Australian English and Mexican Spanish content. The project requires someone comfortable working in both languages and capable of maintaining consistency between versions. What I need: Developmental and/or line editing experience with fiction Strong command of both English and Spanish Ability to identify inconsistencies, repetitions, continuity issues, and character voice problems Attention to pacing, dialogue flow, and readability Experience with post-apocalyptic, thriller, survival, or character-driven fiction is a plus Project details: Original novel series Adult audience Post-apocalyptic survival setting Multiple POV characters English and Spanish editions must remain consistent Please include: Relevant editing experience Examples of fiction projects you've edited Languages you work in Your editing process Estimated rates and turnaround times Preference will be given to editors who can work directly in both English and Spanish rather than relying on machine translation. Long-term collaboration is possible, as this is an ongoing series with future books planned. Thank you, and I look forward to hearing from you.
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Hello, how are you? My name is Juan Manuel and I am an expert writer and editor with more than 10 years of experience in this profession. I have edited all kinds of articles, books, guides, manuals, essays, dissertations, reports, monographs and a variety of other academic writings on different subjects throughout my career. I will correct any problems with spelling, grammar, punctuation and consistency in both languages. In addition, I will ensure that the text maintains correct readability, sentence structure, tenses and spacing. I always work professionally on every assignment so that the client receives a top quality result that exceeds their expectations. I am available to start working right now. Thank you very much. Best regards.
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Hi, I can surely assist you with editing and refining your post-apocalyptic novel series in both English and Spanish while maintaining consistency across both versions. I have experience reviewing long-form content, improving readability, dialogue flow, pacing, character voice, and identifying continuity issues, repetitions, and inconsistencies. I am comfortable working with bilingual manuscripts and ensuring both language editions stay aligned throughout the editing process. My approach includes a detailed manuscript review, editorial notes, line-by-line improvements where needed, and ongoing communication to ensure the story matches your vision. A few questions: 1. Are the English and Spanish versions already completed, or will one version be translated from the other during the editing process? 2. Would you like developmental editing, line editing, or a combination of both for this project? I would be happy to discuss timelines and rates based on your specific requirements. Thanks.
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Hello, this aspect of your fiction book really caught my attention: Experience with post-apocalyptic, thriller, survival, or character-driven fiction is a plus. I have experience working in Marvel comic books and currently developing a videogame. I am a native Spanish speaker from Mexico, with over 15 years of experience working as a translator, interpreter, and teacher in many fields (Spanish, English, and German): IT, sports, literature, comic books, poetry, science, marketing, and performing arts, just to mention a few. My experience has allowed me to acquire knowledge in various disciplines and work in Marvel comic books. I will carefully look through your text; will select accurate words that give the proper intention and context, and the dialogue flow will be natural. Let us discuss details so I can start translating this great fiction book.
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Hello, Your post-apocalyptic series sounds like a fantastic project. As a native Spanish speaker with professional English fluency, I specialize in editing dual-language fiction without relying on machine translation. I can ensure that both your Australian English and Mexican Spanish editions maintain the exact same pacing, tension, and distinct character voices across your multiple POVs. My focus is always on dialogue flow, survival stakes, and making sure the adult tone feels natural in both languages. You can verify my editing experience, background, and past fiction projects directly on my profile. Regarding turnaround times, I am flexible depending on the depth of editing your manuscript needs. I am genuinely interested in a long-term collaboration for this series. Rate per word 0.015AUD. Best regards, Samuel T.
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Bilingual Fiction Editing (English & Spanish) — Post-Apocalyptic Novel Series Maintaining narrative consistency across 100,000+ word manuscripts in two languages while preserving distinct cultural voice and pacing is non-trivial. Most editors default to surface-level corrections; this project demands developmental oversight that catches POV inconsistencies, character arc drift, and dialogue authenticity across both English and Spanish editions simultaneously. This aligns directly with extensive fiction editing experience across developmental and line-editing phases. Track record includes character-driven narratives, survival thrillers, and multi-POV structures. Fluent in both Australian English and Mexican Spanish—no machine translation dependency. Editorial process: initial manuscript assessment for continuity mapping, targeted developmental passes addressing pacing and voice, line editing for dialogue flow and repetition, final consistency checks between language versions. Editing rate: $0.08–0.12 per word depending on editorial depth required. 120,000-word manuscript typically requires 4–6 weeks for comprehensive developmental and line editing. Turnaround negotiable based on your timeline and revision cycles. Ready to discuss manuscript scope and establish long-term collaboration framework for the series.
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Hi, I read through your project for Bilingual Fiction Editor Required. You need help with bilingual fiction editor required. I can build and deliver this efficiently based on the job requirements. This fits well with my experience in Book Writing, Creative Writing, and Proofreading. I can take what you outlined and turn it into a clean final delivery, with attention to Book Writing and Creative Writing and the details in your brief. I will keep the implementation clean, practical, and aligned with your requested scope. Send me the details and I can start immediately.
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Hello I can assist you in editing, refining, and crafting a compelling bilingual fiction series that maintains consistency across both English and Spanish editions while preserving the unique voice of each character. With extensive experience in developmental and line editing, I specialize in identifying continuity issues, repetitive content, pacing concerns, dialogue weaknesses, and character voice inconsistencies. I am proficient in both English and Spanish and can work directly with Australian English and Mexican Spanish content without relying on machine translation. My editing approach focuses on story structure, readability, narrative flow, and ensuring that both language versions remain aligned while respecting cultural and linguistic nuances. Having worked on fiction projects involving thriller, survival, and character-driven narratives, I understand the demands of post-apocalyptic storytelling and multiple POV structures. I provide detailed editorial feedback, tracked revisions, and clear communication throughout the process. I would be happy to discuss rates, turnaround times, and examples of relevant editing work for a long-term collaboration. Thanks Brian
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Hi i can surely assist you in writing /creating /drafting etc. and professionally editing your bilingual post-apocalyptic fiction novel series in both English and Spanish. I have strong experience in fiction editing, including developmental and line editing for long-form manuscripts. I can help refine plot consistency, character development, pacing, dialogue flow, and overall readability while ensuring both language versions remain fully aligned in tone and meaning. I am comfortable working with complex, multi-POV narratives and maintaining continuity across large manuscripts of 100,000+ words. My focus is on preserving your author voice while improving clarity, structure, and emotional impact. I also have strong bilingual proficiency, allowing me to work directly in English and Spanish without relying on machine translation, ensuring accuracy and natural language flow in both editions. Thanks
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Hello, Client. I read your brief carefully and can help edit your post-apocalyptic novel with focus on bilingual consistency, continuity, pacing, dialogue flow, repetition, character voice, and readability across Australian English and Mexican Spanish content. My process would be: 1. Review a sample chapter first to confirm tone, POV style, Spanish usage, and editing depth. 2. Create a consistency sheet for characters, locations, timeline, terminology, Spanish/English phrasing, and recurring story details. 3. Perform line editing and continuity review directly in the manuscript using tracked changes and comments. 4. Flag unclear sections, repeated beats, pacing issues, voice shifts, and any mismatch between English and Spanish editions. 5. Deliver a clean edited file plus editorial notes for future books in the series. Languages: English and Spanish. For a 100,000–120,000 word adult post-apocalyptic manuscript, my estimated turnaround is 3–4 weeks depending on the depth of editing required. I’m also open to starting with a paid sample edit so you can judge the style before committing to the full book. I understand this is planned as an ongoing series, so I would keep detailed style and continuity notes to make future books easier and more consistent.
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Greetings, It's clear you're looking for an editor who can navigate the complexities of your bilingual post-apocalyptic novel series, ensuring that both the English and Spanish versions maintain consistency and flow. With my background in editing fiction and a solid command of both languages, I can help enhance the narrative while addressing any inconsistencies or pacing issues. I've worked on various fictional projects, focusing on character-driven stories, which aligns well with your needs. My editing process includes a thorough read-through to identify areas for improvement, followed by detailed feedback on character voice, dialogue, and overall readability. I’m excited about the possibility of collaborating with you on this series and helping bring your vision to life.
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Hello, I am a multilingual freelancer fluent in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, and Arabic. I can provide customer support via email, chat, and phone while ensuring accurate translations and excellent communication. Flexible availability and reliable service.
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I edit bilingual fiction with a focus on voice, pacing, and continuity across editions. For your post-apocalyptic thriller (100k-120k words) I will align English and Spanish editions so tone, terminology, and character arcs stay consistent across multiple POVs. Developmental and line editing will target inconsistencies, pacing, dialogue flow, and readability, with thorough proofreading in both languages. I ensure world-building terms and key phrases don’t drift, while preserving author intent and suspense. I work with Spanish Translator workflows, English Translation checks, and rigorous Proofreading to keep bilingual nuance intact. Examples of prior bilingual editing and a clear, collaborative process can be shared on request. I’m available for long-term collaboration with steady progress updates and bi-lingual quality checks. How do you want the bilingual continuity to be handled across multiple POVs and installments, especially for post-apocalyptic terminology and world-building terms?
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Hello there, I hope you are doing well. I understand you are looking for a bilingual fiction editor for your post-apocalyptic novel series, working across both English and Spanish versions while maintaining consistency in tone, structure, and character voice. I can help you refine your manuscript with a strong focus on clarity, pacing, and narrative consistency while preserving your original writing style. For your project, I will: -Provide developmental and/or line editing for your 100,000–120,000 word manuscript -Ensure consistency between English and Spanish versions (no meaning or tone loss) -Improve pacing, dialogue flow, readability, and story structure -Identify and fix continuity issues, repetition, and character inconsistencies -Maintain strong character voices across multiple POVs -Review overall narrative coherence for a post-apocalyptic thriller setting -Work directly in both languages (not relying on machine translation) -Deliver tracked edits and clear feedback for revisions -Support long-term collaboration for future books in the series My focus will be on strengthening your manuscript while keeping your creative voice intact and ensuring both language versions feel equally polished and consistent. I can start immediately and would be glad to contribute to your ongoing series. Looking forward to hearing from you soon! Best regards, Shameel
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Hi, Working on a bilingual post-apocalyptic novel series sounds intriguing. We recently completed a similar project involving a multilingual historical fiction series. We can help ensure seamless consistency between the English and Spanish versions of your novel, maintaining the unique voice and atmosphere throughout. With our 5+ years of experience off platform, your series will receive meticulous attention to detail and a polished final product. How do you envision the impact of maintaining consistent character voices in both languages on the overall reader experience? Regards, Giancarlo
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I have successfully edited bilingual fiction projects in the past, ensuring a clean and professional outcome. Your project for a Bilingual Fiction Editor immediately caught my attention. I understand the importance of maintaining consistency in both English and Spanish versions, having similar experience with diverse language content. Do you have any more information you can send me, then I can set up a proposal for you? With my expertise in developmental and line editing, along with a strong command of both English and Spanish, I am well-equipped to handle the complexities of your post-apocalyptic novel series. I excel at identifying inconsistencies, ensuring high-performing and integrated storytelling across languages. If you’d like I can outline the fastest structure to get this live without overspending early. It would be a pleasure to be of assistance.
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**I NOTICED THE PROJECT DESCRIPTION HAS AN AREA THAT USUALLY GOES UN-NOTICED BY MOST JOB APPLICANTS.** Having worked on similar bilingual fiction editing projects, I understand the intricacies involved in maintaining consistency between languages while preserving the essence of the storyline. **I NOTICED THE PROJECT DESCRIPTION HAS AN AREA THAT USUALLY GOES UN-NOTICED BY MOST JOB APPLICANTS.** As a client, you aren't simply looking for someone to edit a bilingual fiction series, but are ultimately trying to ensure seamless language integration and narrative flow to captivate a diverse audience. **I NOTICED THE PROJECT DESCRIPTION HAS AN AREA THAT USUALLY GOES UN-NOTICED BY MOST JOB APPLICANTS.** The difference between an average result and an exceptional one is usually decided before the work even begins. Kind Regards, Ethan
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