Blueleaf Editorial offers thoughtful proofreading and light copyediting to support clear, confident writing. Based in Texas and serving clients worldwide.
Thoughtful proofreading and editing for clear, confident writing
Thoughtful proofreading and editing for clear, confident writing
Blueleaf Editorial
Blueleaf Editorial
The Blueleaf Approach
Thoughtful support for clear, confident writing
The Blueleaf Approach
Thoughtful support for clear, confident writing
I want writers to feel supported and understood. A good proofreading experience should feel calm, attentive, and purposeful. My goal is for you to receive a clean, polished document that reads with confidence and reflects your voice with care.
When I work with a document, I move through it in several focused passes. Each pass gives me a different lens so I can slow down, notice what matters, and bring clarity to the writing in a way that feels natural and respectful of the author’s intent.
I run Blueleaf Editorial as an independent proofreading studio here in Texas, thoughtfully supporting clients online across the US and beyond.
Hi, I’m Jan Marie, a professional proofreader with a calm, detail-focused, lightly editorial approach. My background in business and education, along with my training through Proofread Anywhere, has shaped a practical, steady process that supports both accuracy and each writer’s authentic voice.
The Blueleaf Approach
Thoughtful support for clear, confident writing
—Jan Marie
Services & Rates
Thoughtful proofreading with a light editorial touch
Your final file will include tracked changes, thoughtful comments, and a brief summary of my editorial focus.
Behind the scenes, I use a calm, multi-pass proofreading process that checks accuracy, consistency, structure, and clarity at each stage.
After you approve the quote, I’ll begin work. For projects over $300, I request 50% midway through and the remainder on delivery.
Begin by reaching out through the “Let’s Connect” form with your document details and timeline. I’ll send a personalized quote within 1 to 2 business days.
How We'll Work Together
Polished Documents & Light Copyediting
Long-Form Proofreading
Standard Proofreading
Complimentary Edit
Minimum Project Fee
Polished Documents & Light Copyediting
Long-Form Proofreading
Standard Proofreading
I’m a certified Master Proofreader through Proofread Anywhere’s General Proofreading: Theory & Practice™ program. You can view and verify my credential through Accredible.
Professional Credentials
Services & Rates
Thoughtful proofreading with a light editorial touch
Your final file will include tracked changes, thoughtful comments, and a brief summary of my editorial focus.
Behind the scenes, I use a calm, multi-pass proofreading process that checks accuracy, consistency, structure, and clarity at each stage.
After you approve the quote, I’ll begin work. For projects over $300, I request 50% midway through and the remainder on delivery.
Begin by reaching out through the “Let’s Connect” form with your document details and timeline. I’ll send a personalized quote within 1 to 2 business days.
How We'll Work Together
Polished Documents & Light Copyediting
Long-Form Proofreading
Standard Proofreading
Complimentary Edit
Minimum Project Fee
Polished Documents & Light Copyediting
Long-Form Proofreading
Standard Proofreading
I’m a certified Master Proofreader through Proofread Anywhere’s General Proofreading: Theory & Practice™ program. You can view and verify my credential through Accredible.
Professional Credentials
I’m a certified Master Proofreader through Proofread Anywhere’s General Proofreading: Theory & Practice™ program. You can view and verify my credential through Accredible.
Professional Credentials
Pricing
Complimentary Edit
Minimum Project Fee
Polished Documents &
Light Copyediting
Long-Form Proofreading
Standard Proofreading
Services
Services & Rates
Thoughtful proofreading with a light editorial touch
For résumés, cover letters, bios, and one- to two-page business documents, I proofread for correctness and consistency. I also provide light copyediting to refine word choice, smooth sentences, and adjust flow so the final document feels confident, intentional, and polished while still sounding like you.
For longer pieces such as essays, articles, programs, proposals, guides, and other multi-page documents up to about 10,000 words, you’ll receive careful proofreading along with light clarity suggestions and consistency checks across sections to help the whole piece read smoothly and cohesively.
For short-form writing such as emails, blog posts, website pages, and general business documents up to about 1,200 words, I correct spelling, grammar, punctuation, and basic consistency. I also flag anything unclear with a gentle comment so your tone stays genuinely yours.
If you’d like to see how I work, I’m happy to proofread up to 250 words at no charge.
Smaller projects include a minimum fee of $65 to cover setup, formatting checks, and delivery preparation.
Flat-rate packages start at $65 for a one-page résumé, cover letter, or related document. Each project includes proofreading plus light copyediting to improve clarity, tone, and flow.
Starting at 3¢ per word (USD)
Example: a 10,000 word manuscript is about $300
For documents longer than this, I can provide a custom quote or referral.
Starting at 2.5¢ per word (USD)
Example: a 1,200 word blog post is about $30
Your final file will include tracked changes, thoughtful comments, and a brief summary of my editorial focus.
Behind the scenes, I use a calm, multi-pass proofreading process that checks accuracy, consistency, structure, and clarity at each stage.
After you approve the quote, I’ll begin work. For projects over $300, I request 50% midway through and the remainder on delivery.
Begin by reaching out through the “Let’s Connect” form with your document details and timeline. I’ll send a personalized quote within 1 to 2 business days.
How We'll Work Together
Ready for clearer, more confident writing?
I’d love to support you through the calm, thoughtful Blueleaf Approach.
Kind Words from My Clients
Work with Me
Professional Bio and
About Page
Portfolio Website Content
Blog Series Refresh
Selected Projects
Thoughtful highlights that reflect the work we’ve created together
Selected Projects
Thoughtful highlights that reflect the work we’ve created together
A polished bio and about page refined for clarity, tone, and ease of reading. Edits focused on strengthening flow, smoothing sentence transitions, and helping the writer sound warm, confident, and approachable.
Professional Bio and
About Page
Proofreading and light copyediting for a personal portfolio site, including project descriptions, intro sections, and navigation text. The goal was to create a confident, cohesive voice throughout the site.
Portfolio Website Content
A multi-post series polished for clarity, consistency, and tone. Each post received careful proofreading and gentle refinements so the ideas flowed smoothly from start to finish.
Blog Series Refresh
Ready for clearer, more confident writing? I’d love to support you through the calm, thoughtful Blueleaf Approach.
Work with Me
— Small business owner, Texas
“Working with Jan Marie made the whole process feel effortless.
She noticed things I had stopped seeing in my own writing and offered thoughtful suggestions that helped everything read more naturally.”
Kind Words from My Clients
— Small business owner, Texas
“Working with Jan Marie made the whole process feel effortless.
She noticed things I had stopped seeing in my own writing and offered thoughtful suggestions that helped everything read more naturally.”
— Creative writer, Georgia
“I was surprised by how much stronger my writing felt after her review. She brought a steady, attentive eye to my draft and helped bring out the voice I was aiming for.”
— Creative writer, Georgia
“I was surprised by how much stronger my writing felt after her review. She brought a steady, attentive eye to my draft and helped bring out the voice I was aiming for.”
