Q & A
How much does it cost?
Basic rates appear below. A $20 minimum deposit covers the total cost of a 1-page cover letter or a typical college essay of up to 4 pages in length. Submit your project in order to receive a custom cost estimate.
 $20 per one-page cover letter. You provide the job description and your resume, plus a rough draft of your letter. |
$50 to update an existing 1-page resume (you provide the rough draft). |
 Minimum charge of $20 for a typical 4-page double spaced college essay. Extra charge for longer essays, research papers, or written by a non-native speaker of English. |
Professional proofreading rates vary depending on the complexity, subject matter, and word count of the project. |
Can you use Word's Track Changes?
Yes. With Word's
track changes feature, required by some composition instructors, you can see and approve every correction. Let me know when you submit your project if you need this option turned on. Otherwise, I will return your document with the corrections already made.
My assignment is due yesterday! Can you help?
I'm not sure. I have a life, too, you know! If my schedule allows me to make time for a rush project, I reserve the right to charge appropriately.
Do you have any topic limitations?
Student essays may be on any topic, so long as they don't promote hate or violence. In the past, I have read everything from geology to finance, from nursing to fiction. Big words don't scare me, so fire away!
What about research papers?
Yes, I can help with MLA or APA style research papers. Let me know what style you are using and give me as much source and assignment information as possible. I can make suggestions for the correct formatting of in-text and end-of-paper citations. It is ultimately the author's responsibility to identify and credit all sources of quoted or borrowed ideas.
My paper isn't long enough! Can you help me write it?
While I can give you ideas for how to lengthen an essay, I cannot write it for you. For instance, if an introduction or conclusion might be improved with the addition of a few sentences, I will be happy to suggest ideas. Basically, it's your job to write the paper, and my job to help you polish it.
What files should I attach to my email?
Please send me anything that will help me with your project. For an
essay, send me details of the assignment. For a
cover letter, send your current resume and the job description, as well as a rough draft of the letter (it doesn't have to be perfect). For a
resume, please send me the old version, a list of additions or changes you wish to make, and the type of job you are targeting.
How and when do I pay?
A $20 deposit using PayPal is due when you submit your project. After I receive and review your document(s), I will contact you by email with a final cost estimate. Any additional charges will need to be paid in full before you receive the completed work.
Where are you located?
I'm located in the beautiful city of Dubuque, Iowa. For safety's sake, I do not give personal information away online. Tri-State residents who need focused help may arrange to meet in person.
How many copies of my finished document will I get?
All work is created electronically. You will receive the file as an email attachment, and you can print as many copies as you'd like.
Will you keep my information confidential?
Yes, all services are confidential. I will not sell or re-use any of your writing, and you retain full rights to your work. This is a professional editing service, operated with honesty and integrity. If you have more questions, send me email!
