Cameron C.

Award-Winning Editor & Proofreader | Jesmyn Ward Prize Finalist & Hurston/Wright Foundation Winner I'm Cameron Carter, a dedicated copy editor and proofreader with over 5 years of experience enhancing nonfiction, literary, academic, and creative manuscripts. My expertise lies in refining language for clarity, correctness, and consistency, whether you're preparing a book for publication, finalizing an article, or readying a thesis or research paper for submission. Why Choose Me? - Proven Excellence: Finalist for the 2025 Michan Quarterly Review Jesmyn Ward Prize and Winner of the 2024 Hurston/Wright Foundation College Award for Fiction. - Editorial Experience: Former Editor at Five Points Literary Magazine, with a strong background in creative writing and English (M.A., M.F.A., and currently pursuing a Ph.D.). - Diverse Portfolio: Experience with literary magazines like Five Points and River Teeth, and a track record of helping students and faculty polish academic texts and editing a wide range of manuscripts. Services Offered: - Meticulous line-by-line copy editing - Proofreading for grammar, punctuation, and typographical errors - Ensuring style and voice consistency (Chicago, MLA, APA) - Fact-checking and light formatting as needed - Querying unclear sentences or inconsistencies without disrupting your voice Whether you're an author, academic, or small press, I bring a sharp editorial eye and a collaborative, respectful approach to every project. Let's Collaborate! Message me with your project needs and timeline. I’m eager to learn about your goals and help you achieve them.