I'm Erin B.
I've annoyed the people in my life for years with my unsolicited corrections of their mistakes—the use of "your" instead of "you're," the preposterous choice of "defiantly" when they really mean "definitely," and the mind-boggling habit of pluralizing words using apostrophes. Now, I might still annoy people, but I figure it's a better deal for everyone if I do it professionally instead of just in a comment on an Instagram post.
Everyone's writing becomes more polished, and I have my own business. It's a win-win!
Why Choose Erin B. Proofreading?
I am good at this. I've had my nose stuck in at least one book almost every day for three decades, and as a side effect, I can now recognize a misspelled word or run-on sentence immediately. For good measure,
I also took a course and earned a certification in
proofreading—it's the icing on top of my word nerd cake.
Content Proofreading
From personal blogs, to e-magazine articles, to social media posts, I'll meticulously proofread your content, ensuring it's polished to perfection and you won't experience the embarrassment I did when I used "brake" instead of "break" in a Facebook post.
...It was at least fifteen years ago and I still think about it.
Manuscript Review
Books are my actual first love. Your story deserves to be told—whether you're writing a memoir or the next Great American Novel—and using proper spelling and grammar will bring you one step closer to getting that tome on the shelves of B&N (or in Kindle libraries).
Website Editing
Your website is the storefront of your personal brand—whether you sell an actual product or not. I'll eliminate pesky typos and help you streamline any text, while ensuring everything continues to reflect your brand's personality and professionalism.
Anything Else
If words are present, I can proofread. Podcast show notes, speaker one-sheets, pamphlets—I once found a typo on the back of a nationally-distributed snack wrapper. Contact me to discuss the specifics of your project! I'm sure I can elevate whatever you've got.
Prompt Turnaround
I'm a fast reader, and an efficient proofreader. My swiftness does not make me any less meticulous, though! I am a stickler for the rules, and I won't let any mistakes get away. You can trust me to be timely and thorough.
Collaborative Approach
I will correct your errors but I will never erase your voice. This is your project, and I will work with you to ensure everything reads according to your personal vision.
Oh, look! People didn't regret working with me:
Professional and Meticulous
“I loved working with Erin B. to proofread the copy for my website. She is professional and meticulous while also making sure that the copy retains my voice.״
Lauren Metang
Owner/Creator
Palm Creations
Boosting Insight
"Erin B.'s insight gave my work a great boost. With her help, it grew to be more cohesive and well-rounded."
Hannah McWhorter
Creator/Storyteller
Full Confidence
"I consider myself a proficient writer, but having Erin's skilled eyes on my work gave me full confidence in what I had produced!"
Jamie Langworthy
Writer/Educator