Ray Braun

Ray Braun – Editor

Highly detail focused Proofreader who has helped Indie authors fine tune their fiction book projects for publication in eBook and print.

Overview

Freelance Proofreader available for polishing your Thriller, Adventure, or Historic Fiction book for publication. I have worked with several of the most talented Indie authors in the market now.

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‘ Ray has been an indispensable resource for helping me to fine-tune and hone manuscripts, preparing them to be publication- and read-ready. His feedback is always on-point, and always appreciated. He catches things I should have caught, and that other editors have missed, and his feedback is always relevant, useful, and well-organized. He’s a valuable part of my team! ‘

- Kevin Tumlinson, Author | Public Speaker | Podcaster

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‘ Ray B. has been a finishing editor for many of my books. He is always prompt and conscientious. His attention to detail is excellent. I am always confident that my books are error free after Ray has worked his magic. ‘

- Phil M. Williams, author

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‘ Blimey mate - you really have got eagle eyes, haven’t you? That book’s been through so many beta readers, as well as my pro editor, that I hoped every typo was dead. But no, you managed to find a couple!

Thanks again for those corrections - all now fixed. If you’re ever in Norwich, there’s a beer waiting for you! ‘

- Nathan Burrows, author of Man Down, in reaction via email to my notes shared on his book.

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‘As a proofreader I’ve found Ray to be responsive, thorough, and accurate. I appreciate his professionalism!’

- Steve Ruskin, author and historian

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‘ Ray has assisted me on two of my books, and I hope we can work together again. His attention to detail is amazing, combined with an excellent eye for typos and grammatical errors. I would definitely recommend his proofreading skills. ‘

- N.J. Croft, author, via Messenger

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‘ Ray B. did a thorough job in beta reading my novel. He pointed out things that needed improvement that others had missed, and offered suggestions for better phrasing and improvements to the story line. Ray is enjoyable to work with and delivers professional, quality feedback. I was pleased with his input. ‘

- Lois Paige Simenson - LoLo Paige (pen name) – author and playwright - Alaska Writer's Guild

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These are the authors which I have proofread.

Kevin Tumlinson, award winning Thriller, Science Fiction, and Fantasy author (as ARC Proofreader).

Nick Thacker, award winning Thriller author (as ARC Proofreader).

Phil M. Williams, a voluntaryist social commentary author (as Beta Proofreader).

Steve Ruskin, Historical Thriller and Science Fiction author (as Beta Proofreader).

LoLo Paige, Romance Adventure author (as manuscript Beta Proofreader).

Steven Moore and Luke Richardson, Thriller authors.

Luke Richardson, Thriller author.

N J Croft, a mystery and social commentary author (as Beta Proofreader).

Richard C Hale, action Thriller author (as ARC Proofreader).

Nathan Burrows, Military Adventure author (as Beta Proofreader).

R.L.Kennedy, Adventure author (as Beta Proofreader).

David Wood and Alan Baxter, Horror / Thriller collaboration.

Rob Radcliffe, Humor and Fantasy author (as Beta Proofreader).

Services
Fiction
Action & Adventure Historical Fiction Historical Mysteries Thriller & Suspense
Non-Fiction
Geography
Languages
English (AUS) English (NZ) English (UK) English (US)
Certifications
  • A+, Network+, MCP, MCDST

Work experience

Self-employed

Aug, 2016 — Present
Provided proofreading for Books in eBook formats, and corresponding print versions, through the author’s Street Team. See my Overview (above) for a detailed list of authors, and the Portfolio for more information by book, including published Reedsy projects.

SourceHOV (now Exela Technologies)

Sep, 2012 — Mar, 2016 (over 3 years)
Retired from this last of career positions. Multiple Infrastructure Projects for the imaging and upgrades of large numbers of Dell Personal Computers and Servers, and the Asset Inventory system updating for the projects. Deployments were internal as well as to national and international company and client sites.

Various

Apr, 2009 — Aug, 2012 (over 3 years)
IT certifications through Chrysler / Government subsidies, CompTIA A+ and Network+, Microsoft MCP and MCDST. Several IT contract projects for updated hardware and Operating System migrations, to new data entry call centers and expansions.

Chrysler Technical Center

Jan, 1995 — Dec, 2008 (almost 14 years)
From vehicle Prototype development, through Body Engineering Operations and Department Information Administrator, supported the steps to the launch of Chrysler vehicle brands to the public through several disruptive ownership changes. Reported directly to the Body Engineering Director and Chief Engineers in various roles, often concurrently.

Portfolio

Made with Reedsy
How the Rhino Lost His Horn: Cautionary Tales from Appalachia to Africa

Rathmell, Jack

Whitefox Publishing

Proofreading
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FAULT LINES

Nelson, Jeff

Cool Key Press

Proofreading
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The Sword of the Rising Sun

HOFFMEIER, MARK

Proofreading
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The Order of the Red Lion

Byers, Tim

Proofreading
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Our Lady of the Overlook

Carpentier, R

RL Carpentier III

Proofreading
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When Provoked

Mackenzie, Eva

Craven Ink Press

Proofreading
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Corruption in our Midst: An Adam Darby Thriller

Carlton, Kendall

Carlton Publishing LLC

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Soul Survivor: What if you forget everything?

Morrow, Robert J.

Sunao International Publishing

Proofreading
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Truth Stays Buried

Boland Herrick, Alexia

Gladiator Media

Proofreading
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Memories Time Can't Heal: A Vietnam War Novel

Quinnett, James

Proofreading
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The Last Independence Day: Secession

Niblock, Raymond

Proofreading
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Whispers and Lies

Cuomo, Amy

Proofreading
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Atomic Peril: A Nuclear Forensics Thriller

Niemeyer, Sidney

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Jemez

Albertson, Mark David

Proofreading
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MEAT MARKET (The Lad-Lit Series)

Radcliffe, Rob

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Henry's Secret

Sonstein,P.W.

Proofreading
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Darkness Within the Forest (Darkness Series Book 2)

Neighbours, Matthew

Proofreading
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Hotshot (A Sam Blair Mystery, Book 1)

Peck, Gene

Proofreading
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Home Elsewhere: A Novel

Rutter, Marianne

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Summer Of The Dragons

Barr, John

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The House on The Pumpkin Farm

Shadi, Sarah

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The Interview

Williams, Phil M.

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Evergreen

Tumlinson, Kevin

Proofreading
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The Newton Cipher

Ruskin, Steve

Proofreading
The Wall

Croft, N.J.

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2050: Exodus (Book 2)

Williams, Phil M.

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The Denver Assassins Club has one rule for its members: Step out of line and you become the next target.Ember Clarke is a nimble killer-for-hire. She only accepts jobs to snuff out dirtbags wh... read more
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"I knew I would kill him as soon as he walked in..."Mason Dixon just wants the quiet life. He's a bartender, and he wants to keep it that way. But his past as an assassin has caught up with hi... read more
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Beneath Death Valley is a city like no other…Thomas Knight and his team of archaeologists have found evidence of an ancient race of humans called the Woidnuk beneath the desert.Only thing is, ... read more
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EVERY KNOT CAN BE UNTIEDBeyond the layers, beyond the Long Land, beyond the Omniverse itself, the White Room awaits.Some call it death. Some think of it as purgatory—a waiting room to the afte... read more
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Harvey Bennett is back.A grisly murder.An unsuspecting witness.A conspiracy that's bigger than anyone thought. Harvey "Ben" Bennett is a park ranger volunteer who stumbles across a crime scene... read more
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DAN KOTLER IS BACK, AND THIS TIME HE’S TACKLING ONE OF THE OLDEST MYSTERIES IN HISTORYThe second Dan Kotler archaeological thriller!1914—Thomas Edison stands and watches his West Orange labora... read more
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In Peru, an entire village population disappears overnight. Nearby, Vicente Garza has been working on something in a top-secret base. Harvey Bennett wants to find out what it is.For years Garz... read more
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THE SONS OF GOD ONCE WALKED AMONG USA dark thread runs through the history of humanity, and it will change everything.“They were on the earth in those days—and also afterward—when the sons of ... read more
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An ancient drug will determine humanity's futureMakry ypno. Long Sleep. Lost in the darkness of history for millennia, referenced only in obscure Greek medical texts, this strange plant holds ... read more
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What is a Celtic tomb doing in Egypt?Dan Kotler ('The Coelho Medallion') is back in this archaeological thriller prequel!Dan Kotler can't turn away from a good historic mystery. And finding a ... read more
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When a Delta Force team takes out a terrorist cell in the northeastern mountains of Iraq, they stumble onto something that changes their lives forever.Betrayed, lost, and alone, Dak Harper mus... read more
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Over three hundred years ago, unbeknownst to the human race, a plan was set in motion for the arrival of visitors.That day has come.As a mysterious object silently hurtles into the Solar Syste... read more
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Ancient conspiracy theories. Neo-Nazis. Nonstop action.Harvey Bennett and his CSO team receive a distress call from their friend, Sarah Lindgren:Her father has been kidnapped. Worse, she belie... read more
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A virus that's been dormant for centuries......has been released.A reclusive Yellowstone park ranger is forced into action, teaming up with a beautiful woman from the CDC. Harvey Bennett isn't... read more
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When Broadway star Maggie Hamilton disappeared five years ago, it was a mystery that captured the imaginations of everyone. When her body turns up in the tomb of a Mayan god, it opens the door... read more
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WINNER 2016 SHELF UNBOUND AWARDThe adventure begins in the first Dan Kotler archaeological thriller!NOTE: This edition has been revised to correct editing errors after an earlier draft was mis... read more
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Ray has 39 reviews

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Nathan B.

Nathan B.

Dec, 2021

Pinned
I have worked with Ray before he was a Reedsy editor, and he is possibly the most eagle-eyed proofreader I've come across! I've published over ten full length novels and a fair few novellas under my own name, and am a professional ghostwriter, so I'm not new to this. But Ray's attention to detai...
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Ray B.
Thank you, Nathan. Very kind words. Let me know when you need my help with future books.
Karl B.

Karl B.

Jan, 2026

Ray did a great job. I needed a proofread for my novel, and he caught things I would never have recognized.
Ray B.
Thank you, Karl for making this project flow easily. Best wishes for your book launch.
MARK H.

MARK H.

Oct, 2025

Ray was exactly what I needed - a proofreader PLUS someone who asked questions and set up my book for success in the ebook space. I needed that final set of eyes to look everything over and Ray didn't disappoint. I look forward to working with him again on future projects!
Ray B.
Perfect execution, then; Thanks for the confirmation. It was satisfying to work on this great project of historic fiction.
Jeff N.

Jeff N.

Sep, 2025

I worked with Ray to proofread my latest novel, and he did an outstanding job. Earlier, I had self-published a short 20,000-word novella as a test run on Amazon KDP, and I thought, “It’s short, I’ll just proof it myself.” Big mistake. Once it was live, I kept spotting errors and had to re-upload...
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Ray B.
Thank you, and Best Wishes on the successful launch of your book. It was a pleasure to work with you.
Rodney C.

Rodney C.

Jul, 2025

This was the second time in a year that I've worked with Ray and after an incredible first experience, he somehow outdid himself on this go around. He must have began the work before the file was shared, and he provided half of the manuscript before Reedsy remitted the first payment. Then, he had...
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Ray B.
Absolutely well written books and great to work with Rodney - a true collaboration. Thanks for the opportunity!

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