Freelance Writing Services

My services are suited to employers with clear commercial aspirations and to publishers whose books utilise tasteful design, colour, and illustrations. I provide strong copy with a playful tone and voice that will thrive in the gift book market.

Hiring Tobias Anthony comes with a guarantee of

  • on-time delivery;
  • meeting all major project deadlines;
  • clear communication throughout every stage of production;
  • flexible working arrangements both online and in-person;
  • more than ten years' experience working with project managers, illustrators, publishers and editors;
  • strong copy to the highest professional standard.

If you're looking for a writer to inject a sense of fun and humour into a project, if you have a book idea that isn't quite taking shape, or if you just need some lively copy turned around in record time, then get in touch. You can contact me by filling out the form here.

Writing Coach, Manuscript Assessment & Proofreading Services

In addition to my freelance writing services, I have experience as a writing coach and provide a range of services to people seeking mentorship and/or manuscript assessment. You can find an overview of my services and rates below. If you're looking for something specific or would simply like to know more, then you can contact me directly via the form here.

Writing tutoring and mentorship

  • finding and developing your 'voice'
  • characterisation, plot development, structure
  • language selection, tone, style
  • project management, time management, seeing your work to fruition: skills for writing a book
  • research advice, creative instruction
  • fee at the rate of $59.95 per hour (online and in-person), plus additional charges for reading ($39.95 per hour) or travel expenses ($29.95 per hour)

Manuscript assessment and proofreading

Reading fee at the rate of $39.95 per hour for manuscript-length work (60,000-80,000 words), plus one hour in-person for personalised feedback at a flat rate of $59.95.

  • short written report (one page or less): $99.95
  • written report (over 500 words): $159.95
  • written notes plus extensive report: $289.95

Reading fee at the rate of $49.95 per hour for shorter works (essays, articles and extracts up to 15,000 words), plus half an hour online or by phone for personalised feedback at a flat rate of $49.95.