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Mike B.

Mike B.

Conway, SC
100% Job Success
Top Rated

Published Book Author | Ghostwriter | Magazine & Blog Writer

Whether your project is a short post, a longer article, or an entire book, I specialize in creating compelling stories and engaging content. • Author of six books (4 nonfiction, 2 fiction) for Mountaineers Books, University of Nebraska Press, Skyhorse Publishing, and Falcon Guides. • Magazine writer for publications like Outside, Smithsonian Magazine, National Parks Magazine, Men's Journal, Blue Ridge Outdoors, Adventure Cyclist, Paddling Magazine, Terrain Magazine, and others. • Blog writer for companies like Northwest River Supply, OARS, Velodyne LiDAR, and others. • Experienced publishing consultant and ghostwriter of many book proposals and query letters for clients who are receiving attention from agents, editors, and publishers. • Ghostwriter of many projects (memoirs, biographies, blog posts, magazine articles, social media feeds, newsletters, etc.) for a wide variety of clients, including tech companies, retail companies, executives/CEOs, athletes, professors, families, and small business owners. • Experienced developmental editor, copy editor, and writing coach for a wide range of clients. • Writing instructor at Washington University in St. Louis for ten years and a contributing editor at Canoe & Kayak Magazine. • Prior to joining Upwork in late 2021, I had over 10 years of experience as a professional & freelance writer & photographer. For samples of my work, please visit my website by using the link listed below under Portfolio. I look forward to working with you!
Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Jul 20, 2021 - Nov 17, 2022

"Mike is a very skilled and talented writer. He is extremely knowledgeable, always prompt and professional, and helped turn my project into a success. I would highly recommend Mike as he is a pleasure to work with."

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Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Apr 12, 2022 - Apr 13, 2022

"Mike is very knowledgeable and helpful. He provided me with a lot of useful information."

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Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Mar 11, 2022 - Mar 28, 2022

"Work with Mike was a great experience. I was drawn to Mike due to his experience as an author and drafting the type of letters I needed for this project, and he delivered. The final product more than met my expectations. I will definitely reach out to Mike again for my future titles."

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Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Mar 2, 2022 - Mar 4, 2022

"Mike did a fantastic job and he was able to adapt from feedback. He has a really nice writing style that feels natural. I'm looking forward to working with him again in the future."

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Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Jan 21, 2022 - Feb 10, 2022

"Totally worth the money to have someone like him write up a Query!"

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Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Nov 19, 2021 - Jan 28, 2022

"I enjoyed working with Mike. He was professional and made the editing process easier!"

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Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Sep 21, 2021 - Oct 18, 2021

"Mike was extremely professional and well versed in the required area. I will be speaking with him very very soon Wow .. what a human being !"

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Skills

  • Researcher
  • Content Writing
  • Copywriting
  • Ghostwriting
  • Article Writing
  • Publishing Fundamentals
  • Proofreading
  • Writing
  • WordPress
  • Proposal Writing
  • Blog Development
  • Storytelling
  • Photography
  • Copy Editing

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