Elizabeth Ford

Nonfiction Book Editor & Content Proofreader

Lulus

Jul 2021 - Dec 2022 • 1 yr 5 mos

Edited and proofread nonfiction manuscripts, including self-help books, biographies and memoirs, true crime, essays and journalism, science and technology publications, and educational resources. Focused on factual consistency, logical organization, paragraph flow, terminology, grammar, punctuation, and sentence clarity. Reviewed headings, references, transitions, and formatting consistency while maintaining the author's intended meaning and tone. Assisted authors with structural feedback, copy editing, and final proofreading to improve readability and professional presentation. Paid attention to audience expectations, subject-specific language, and the distinction between editorial corrections and changes requiring author verification.

Book Formatting & Self-Publishing Support Specialist

Amazon

Nov 2019 - Aug 2020 • 9 mos

Supported authors with manuscript formatting, book interior layout, eBook formatting, and publishing preparation. Reviewed chapter headings, page breaks, paragraph styles, tables of contents, typography, spacing, and layout consistency for print and digital editions. Assisted with formatting and technical requirements, accessibility considerations, retail compliance checks, and high-conversion metadata preparation, including book descriptions, categories, and keyword relevance. Considered audience and market positioning, genre-specific expectations, and advanced layout requirements. Helped authors identify presentation issues before publication while ensuring that platform-specific requirements were checked against the relevant publishing guidelines.