Turn good writing into great results with professional copy editing and proofreading

Tara Foss

Professional, personalized copy editing and proofreading transforms your writing so you get the results you want. I’m an expert freelance editor who will turn your words into powerful content that lets your ideas and important points shine through. My services provide complete copy editing, proofreading, reassurance, guidance, and advice — so you can relax and focus on what you do best.

I’m here with a simple promise — I’ll understand what you want your writing to achieve, edit your work so it’s perfect for your audience, and strengthen your ideas, approach, and expertise.


Successful copy editing and proofreading starts with knowing your audience

Why I only start copy editing after I learn about your work

You’re writing to accomplish a specific goal, and my job as a copy editor is to give you the best chance at success. It’s vital for me to understand the context of your work, so I can tailor my proofreading, copy editing, and advice to your exact needs. I edit the work with your audience in mind, focus on what will work for them, and strengthen your writing to get those key points across.


Combine editing and proofreading with advice and guidance to get the best results

How my editing helps you get the results you want

Anyone can proofread your grammar, spelling, or punctuation. Great editing goes beyond that, giving you guidance and advice to bring your work to life. I’ll help you clarify key information, copy edit your work so it flows smoothly from one point to the next, remove ambiguity and duplication, and check for consistency and conciseness. I never compromise your tone or approach, so your unique voice comes through.


Find a freelance copy editor and proofreader who you can trust

What to expect when you work with me

With over 25 years of professional editing experience, and more than 15 years running my own freelance editing business, I have a wide range of expertise across many subjects. That experience also informs how I work with you — expect the highest-quality editing combined with a fast, easy, reliable approach for your peace of mind. I provide personalized editing to every client and services that build trust between you and your audience.



Complete copy editing and proofreading services

There are no shortcuts to great proofreading and copy editing, that’s why I offer a complete range of editing services, tailored to your exact needs.


How my combined copy editing and proofreading services can help you

Some freelance editing services only provide copy editing or proofreading, not both. I combine the two so that you get beautiful copy and content, every time. As a professional copy editor and proofreader, here’s how I can help:

  • Improve context: I will read and copy edit your work so it makes sense to your audience and builds trust with them.

  • Ensure accuracy: I will check that the terminology, wording, and other aspects of your content meet standard English rules. 

  • Enhance clarity: I will remove duplication and ambiguity and explain complex terms or jargon to keep things simple for your readers.

  • Increase focus: I will understand and sharpen the highlights and key points in your content to get your message across. 

  • Strengthen consistency: I will make your copy consistent by ensuring similar word usage, tone, style, and formatting.

  • Drive action: I will guide your readers to specific conclusions, outcomes, and actions.

  • Remove errors: I will check and correct spelling, grammar, word usage, and punctuation errors in both the main body of the text and within captions, indexes, footnotes, and reference lists.

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I specialize in non-fiction editing across several areas

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