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Jessica G.

Los Altos, California

$25/hr
5.0
25 jobs

Hi, I'm Jess — a nomadic editor, copywriter, and yoga mentor specializing in wellness, philosophy, spirituality, psychology, and transformational storytelling. I work with authors and businesses to create content that is clear, engaging, and deeply human. My work ranges from developmental and line editing to website copy, educational content, spoken fitness scripts, AI content humanization, and UX feedback. I'm especially drawn to projects that explore psychology, philosophy, health, spirituality, and personal transformation. Whether I'm refining a memoir or reviewing a website, my goal is always the same: preserve the creator's voice while improving clarity, flow, and the overall user experience. Before becoming a full-time editor, I spent 10 years in marketing, working with brands including MLB and Bud Light. That experience taught me how to balance creativity with consistency while building a strong brand voice—skills I now bring to every project. Alongside editing, I've been a yoga mentor for over six years with 16+ years of weight and functional training experience. I create educational wellness content, mentor yoga teachers on sequencing and cueing, and specialize in making complex ideas feel accessible and relatable. Services • Book & Manuscript Editing (Developmental, Line, Copy & Proofreading) • Website Copy Editing & Copywriting • AI Humanization • Educational, Fitness & Wellness Writing • UX Feedback & Beta Testing • Yoga Teacher Mentorship On a personal note, I have lived a nomadic lifestyle for over 2 years. This life path has and continues to provide me a wide perspective of life and of those who walk it. My hours may vary, but my commitment to projects stays consistent. Note that I am currently based in Thailand.

  • Proofreading
  • Yoga
  • Health & Wellness
  • Content Writing
  • Marketing
  • Outbound Sales
  • Voice Recording
  • Meditation
  • Health & Fitness
  • Coaching
  • Storytelling
  • Social Media Account Integration
Nathan H.

Malibu, California

$175/hr
5.0
219 jobs

Desperate to have your nonfiction book elevated to excellence by an expert and trusted editor? Look no further! My name is Nathan Hassall. Friends call me wordsmith. Foes call me poet. Acquaintances know me as an expert book editor, Malibu Poet Laureate Emeritus, and Founder/CEO of The Poetry Vessel. In short, all agree: I'm good with words. Whether you're looking for a nonfiction business book editor, self-help book editor, or a meticulous set of eyes for your memoir, I'm here to ensure each word of your book sings through edits, comments, and expert guidance. Working with me will ensure your book: - Has received high-level edits for structure, flow, and readability - Uses expert rhetorical techniques for entertainment, clarity, and persuasiveness - Doesn't sound like AI wrote it - Is more attractive to publishers, agents, and readers - Has increased likelihood of sales - Builds your personal and professional brand - Makes you look good at a dinner party in front of your friends Interested? Invite me to an interview to discuss how I can best use my skills to transform your book into something you can be proud of.

  • Book Editing
  • Copy Editing
  • Developmental Editing
  • Proofreading
  • Nonfiction
  • Content Creation
  • Ghostwriting
  • Content Editing
  • Memoir Writing
  • Poetry
  • Content Writing
  • Copywriting
  • Editing & Proofreading
Nicole M.

Rancho Santa Margarita, California

$20/hr
5.0
78 jobs

Hello! I am excited to turn your novel, short story, or other text into a work of art. As a published editor and author, I have experience in working with clients all over the world to ensure that their work is both free of errors and enticing to readers. I specialize in fiction novels/stories, with SFF preferred, but not required. I can proofread, edit, and/or beta read your work for quality control and readability. I use The Chicago Manual of Style (US English) and track changes on MS Word. PUBLISHED WORKS: -Beneath the Twin Suns: An Anthology (author) -Star Crossed: An Anthology of Romantic Science Fiction (author) -Heads and Tales: The Other Side of the Story (author) -The New Normal: A Zombie Anthology (author, editor, and publisher) -In All Our Forms: A Shifter Anthology (author, editor, and publisher) -Creator of The Book Dragon book review blog

  • Book Editing
  • Copy Editing
  • Proofreading
  • Line Editing
  • English
  • Google Docs
  • Organizer
  • Beta Reading
  • Beta Reader Report
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Novel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Error Detection
  • Book Review
  • Proofreading Feedback
Kingsley N.

San Jose, California

$40/hr
4.8
191 jobs

🏆 Multiple Amazon bestsellers ✅ 800+ Client Projects in Ghostwriting, Editing & Publishing 💯 100% client satisfaction rate ✅ Developmental, Line & Copy Editing Specialist ✅ Experienced Across Fiction, Nonfiction, Memoir & Children’s Books ✅ Manuscript Rewriting, Book Doctoring & AI Humanization ✅ Romance, Thriller, Fantasy & Christian Fiction Specialist ✅ Amazon KDP Ebook & Paperback Formatting ✅ Track Changes, Clean Copy & Editorial Notes Available Got a book idea but don’t know how to turn it into a full manuscript? Already have a draft, but something about it feels flat, slow, repetitive, confusing, or unfinished? Or maybe the book is almost ready to publish and you need an experienced editor to give it one final, careful pass. That’s where I come in. I’m a ghostwriter and book editor who helps authors take books from idea, rough draft, or messy manuscript to something clear, engaging, polished, and ready for readers. ✍️ NEED SOMEONE TO WRITE THE BOOK? I can work from your outline, notes, interviews, voice recordings, research, series bible, or even a rough idea and develop it into a complete manuscript while keeping the voice natural and consistent. I can help with: ✅ Book Ghostwriting ✅ Fiction Ghostwriting ✅ Nonfiction Ghostwriting ✅ Memoirs & Biographies ✅ Romance ✅ Thrillers & Mysteries ✅ Fantasy & Science Fiction ✅ Christian Fiction & Devotionals ✅ Self-Help & Personal Development ✅ Business & Leadership Books ✅ Children’s Books ✅ Short Stories & Ebook Series 📚 ALREADY HAVE A MANUSCRIPT Good editing is about much more than correcting commas. I look at what the reader actually experiences. Does the opening pull them in? Does the middle drag? Are the characters believable? Does the emotional payoff feel earned? Are chapters doing enough work? Does the writing sound natural from beginning to end? Depending on what your manuscript needs, I can help with: ✅ Developmental Editing ✅ Line Editing ✅ Copy Editing ✅ Proofreading ✅ Beta Reading ✅ Book Doctoring ✅ Manuscript Rewriting ✅ Story Structure & Pacing ✅ Character Development ✅ Continuity & Consistency ✅ Dialogue Editing ✅ Track Changes Editing 🤖 DID YOU WRITE YOUR BOOK WITH AI? I can help with that too. AI-assisted manuscripts often have the same problems: repetitive sentence patterns, generic wording, overexplaining, weak transitions, stiff dialogue, unnecessary summaries, and emotional scenes that don’t quite land. I don’t “humanize” a manuscript by swapping a few words. I edit and rewrite where necessary so the writing sounds natural, specific, varied, and believable while preserving your meaning and intended voice. 📖 GETTING READY TO PUBLISH? I can also help prepare your finished manuscript for Amazon KDP, including: ✅ Paperback Interior Formatting ✅ Ebook Formatting ✅ Chapter Styling ✅ Front & Back Matter ✅ Table of Contents ✅ Consistent Page Layout WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM ME ✍️ Honest feedback instead of empty praise ✍️ Clear communication throughout the project ✍️ Careful attention to voice, pacing, structure, and consistency ✍️ Track Changes when required ✍️ Clean edited copies when required ✍️ Confidential handling of your manuscript ✍️ NDA-friendly collaboration ✍️ Revisions within the agreed project scope Most importantly, I don’t believe every sentence needs rewriting just because an editor has been hired. If something works, I leave it alone. If something doesn’t, I figure out why and fix the actual problem. Your finished manuscript should still sound like your book, only stronger. 📩 NEED HELP WITH YOUR BOOK? Send me your genre, word count, current stage, and what you’re struggling with most. I’ll take a look and tell you where I’d start.

  • Copy Editing
  • Creative Writing
  • Proofreading
  • Writing
  • Ghostwriting
  • Fiction Writing
  • Ebook Writing
  • Fiction
  • Short Story Writing
  • Content Writing
  • Nonfiction
  • Book Writing
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Ebook Design
  • Beta Reading
  • Romance Writing
  • Ebook
  • Contemporary Romance
  • Book Blurb
  • Business Editing
Dante F.

Palm Desert, California

$20/hr
5.0
15 jobs

Hello, I’m Dante! I'm an English major with an Associate of Arts degree in English. I aim to become an English teacher in all due time. For my work, I have written countless essays, read numerous non-fiction and fiction stories, and consulted with other distinguished peers on how to better their craft. I take pride in honing my skills as a writer and editor. Now I tend to gravitate to fictional stories but am also adept at taking on non-fiction as well. Moreover, I offer a wide range of edits, which include structural, developmental, copyedit, and proofreading. If we connect, we can discuss the process over Zoom and email. HERE'S A CLOSER LOOK AT WHAT I OFFER: Structural & Developmental Edits • How does the overall narrative flow together? • What are the character motivations? The development of each paragraph and narrative flow? Is it too short or inadequate? A meandering ramble leading to nowhere but in circles? *These structural questions help determine a narrative flow and sense of cohesion that help keep readers engaged. So, the pacing of the narrative, plot, and overall flow is the focus of my structural edits. The edits here are generally big-picture and full of critical analysis while offering revisions on the content you’ll provide. Line or Copyedit • Is the grammar messy? Any repetition? • Spelling mistakes? Accurate punctuation? • Do the nouns, verbs, and adjectives conflict in your sentence? *The copyedit focuses mostly on accuracy and the mechanics of writing. I’ll make a strenuous effort to ensure your writing is smooth and comprehensive for the reader. Proofreading • In a proofread, I evaluate for any mistakes, errors, or inconsistencies before you decide to publish. I do edits over Microsoft Word, so you’ll view the many revisions and comments I offer. Communication is crucial to me, so I look forward to collaborating with you!

  • Book Editing
  • Copy Editing
  • Creative Writing
  • Developmental Editing
  • Proofreading
  • Communications
  • Microsoft Word
  • Structural Analysis
  • Zoom Video Conferencing
  • Editing & Proofreading
Mariana R.

Azusa, California

$30/hr
5.0
23 jobs

Transforming ideas into professionally written, polished, and publication-ready books. I am an experienced ghostwriter, editor, book designer, and publishing professional helping authors, entrepreneurs, coaches, and businesses bring their stories to life. Whether you need a compelling nonfiction book, engaging memoir, business book, self-help guide, novel, or eBook, I provide end-to-end publishing solutions tailored to your goals. My expertise includes: • Ghostwriting books, eBooks, memoirs, biographies, and business content • Developmental editing, line editing, copyediting, and proofreading • Book formatting for Amazon KDP, Kindle, paperback, hardcover, and IngramSpark • Professional eBook and print book design • Manuscript evaluation and content enhancement • Publishing consultation and self-publishing support • Amazon KDP publishing assistance and optimization I focus on delivering clear communication, meticulous attention to detail, and high-quality work that meets industry publishing standards. From manuscript creation to final publication, I help clients produce books that are professional, engaging, and ready for readers worldwide. If you're looking for a reliable ghostwriter, editor, and publishing partner who can turn your vision into a successful book, let's discuss your project.

  • Book Editing
  • Ghostwriting
  • Ebook Writing
  • Fiction Writing
  • Nonfiction Writing
  • Memoir Writing
  • Biography & Memoir
  • Romance Novel
  • Contemporary Romance
  • Sales Copywriting
  • Copywriting
  • Website Copywriting
  • Direct Response Copywriting
  • Ebook

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