Welcome to The Scribble Pad
Let me introduce myself. My name is Roslyn Carrington, and I’m a professional liar, word-wrangler, and nit-picker . . . well, writer, editor and proofreader, if you like.
I can edit or proofread your story, book, article, newsletter . . . whatever.
As a writing coach I’m thorough but gentle. No tears, I promise!
My services
I know how much you care about your baby. As a writer, I’ve been there, so I know you need me to be gentle and respectful.
Here are some of the services I can offer you:
Proofreading
There may be yelling; there may be tears; there may be loud and ungodly crashes and bangs as I wrestle your document into submission. But I will emerge victorious, and it will come home to you somewhat chastened, but error-free.
Editing
The difference between editing and proofreading? Editing goes deeper. If proofreading is a quick dash of makeup, editing is plastic surgery. With my fine scalpel—well, my mouse and keyboard—I rearrange clumsy sentences, eradicate flabby prose, and pare wordy paragraphs down to their fabulous bare bones.
Pricing
I keep my costs as affordable as possible. Depending on the type of job, I charge:
- By the hour (for editing, coaching, proofreading or ghost writing): TT $200 or US $32
- By the job: My quote will be based on the above, but we’ll agree on a flat rate
Down payment
I require a down payment of approximately 30% of the projected cost of the job. The rest is payable upon completion.
I promise you:
- A careful and thorough edit
- Complete confidentiality
- Honest and accurate pricing and calculation of
billing hours - Free face-to-face discussion of suggested
changes, in person or online - Respect for your copyright—your ideas remain
yours.
With my years of experience, I think I’m the person to deliver what you’re looking for. Let’s talk!