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Owner of T.E. Main-Ruhle LLC I pride myself on my attention to detail and thorough review of manuscripts needing plot, characterization and fine detail editing. My feedback is direct and professional as my focus is to challenge my writer partners to create their finest work. I'm happy to adjust my tone and phrasing for sensitive individuals upon request, as I understand these works are very near and dear to my clients. My greatest joy comes from long term clients that invite me to work on several projects as part of their team. In these cases, I feel I do my best work as I've familiarized myself with their style, strengths and struggles, professional goals and career direction.

Need a reliable Editor or Proofreader? I am a native English-speaking freelancer looking to tidy up any of your books, blog posts, social media pages, and more. I am extremely detail-oriented and can work very quickly to ensure your documents have zero errors! I have experience in editing and proofreading children's books, self-help books, Christian books, and a few others. I will meticulously search for errors pertaining to: - Syntax - Spelling - Punctuation - Overall flow - Consistency in tone - Spacing I am most familiar with writing styles such as - The Chicago Manual of Style, and The AP Style of Writing, but I can adjust my editing and proofreading to your exact needs! What you can expect when working with me: I will search for all errors listed above and communicate with you frequently throughout the process. I will also give you a copy with Tracked Changes from Microsoft Word or edits on other software, providing a fresh copy when revisions are approved/denied and all comments on the document have been read. I can't wait to collaborate with you and make your writing the best it can be!

You may have a strong idea for a book—and even a completed manuscript—but something still isn't working. The chapters don't quite build on one another. A good argument gets buried in the writing. An important idea is explained but doesn't stay with the reader. The manuscript is grammatically correct, yet somehow still feels unfinished. That is the kind of problem I help authors solve. I am a Philosophy and English Literature graduate specializing in ghostwriting, manuscript development, developmental editing, rewriting, and book editing for authors writing about ideas, belief, human nature, personal growth, and meaningful change. I don't believe good editing is simply about correcting sentences. A strong book needs more than correct grammar. It needs a clear argument, purposeful structure, logical progression, engaging explanations, and a voice that feels genuinely human. When I work on a manuscript, I look beneath the surface. I ask: Is the central idea clear? Does each chapter actually move the book forward? Are the arguments strong and logically connected? Are important ideas being explained as clearly as they could be? Is there unnecessary repetition? Does the writing sound natural rather than manufactured? Does the conclusion genuinely complete the book? Is the author's voice still present throughout? How I Can Help Manuscript Development & Developmental Editing If you have a manuscript that contains good ideas but needs stronger structure, argument, flow, or depth, I can help you develop it into a more coherent and compelling book. Ghostwriting & Book Development If you have the ideas, research, notes, recordings, or conversations but need someone to turn them into a manuscript, I can help develop and ghostwrite the book while preserving your intended message and voice. Rewriting & Manuscript Humanization If a manuscript feels repetitive, generic, overly polished, or AI-generated, I can rewrite and develop it so that the ideas feel natural, purposeful, and genuinely human—without simply replacing your voice with mine. Line Editing, Copy Editing & Proofreading Once the larger issues are resolved, I can refine the language, clarity, grammar, consistency, transitions, and overall readability of the manuscript. Areas I Particularly Enjoy Christian & Religious Writing Christian living, theology, devotionals, discipleship, spiritual growth, biblical themes, faith, character, and faith-based nonfiction. Philosophy & Psychology Ethics, human nature, meaning, virtue, consciousness, belief, purpose, personal development, and the philosophical questions behind everyday life. Self-Help & Transformational Books Purpose, character, discipline, relationships, recovery, mindset, personal growth, and meaningful change. I am especially interested in books that don't merely tell readers what to do, but explore why people think, believe, suffer, change, and become who they are. Why Work With Me? My background in Philosophy has trained me to examine arguments, assumptions, concepts, and ideas. My background in English Literature has trained me to pay attention to language, narrative, structure, voice, and the reader's experience. I bring those two perspectives together when working on a manuscript. My goal is not to make your book sound like me. It is to help your book become the strongest version of itself while preserving your voice, your ideas, and the reason you wanted to write it in the first place. If you have an important idea but your manuscript isn't yet doing justice to it, I'd be glad to help you develop it.

Hey, I'm Shelby! I’m a developmental editor, beta reader, book formatter, and cover designer helping authors bring their stories to life - from first draft brainstorming to a polished, publish-ready book. I specialize in helping indie authors strengthen their manuscripts, refine their voice, and publish beautiful, professional books that connect with readers. SERVICES: ✏️ Developmental Editing: Deep story feedback on pacing, structure, character arcs, and emotional resonance. 📖 Beta Reading: Honest, reader-focused impressions with actionable notes. 🧩 Book Formatting: Print and ebook interior layouts; clean and professional using Atticus. 🎨 Cover Design: Eye-catching covers that reflect tone, mood, and market appeal. 🧠 Author Support: Guidance on self-publishing platforms, launch prep, marketing, etc.

I am a retired professional. My first career focused on all things accounting--from day one of the close procedure to reviewing and analyzing financial statements for both public and private companies. I excelled in this area due to my attention to detail and focus on accuracy. Tapping into my penchant for detail and correctness, I kick-started my second career by pursuing Certificates of Course Completion for 1) Proofreading and Copyediting 101 and 2) Book Editor. During my tenure at Upwork, I've worked on cozy mysteries, clean romance, devotionals, financial commentaries, and a non-fiction book about AI/ChatGPT. As you can see, I have a wide range of experience. I look forward to providing you with a robust and comprehensive work product. Thank you for looking at my profile.

I am a freelancer editor with a bachelor's degree in English, concentration in Creative Writing. Member of ACES: The Society for Editing. Throughout high school and college, I edited for friends and family and knew I wanted to continue. I spent five years at a law firm proofreading and fact-checking. In 2019, I took a chance and left my job to make a career out of freelance editing. My deep love for the written word has compelled me to soak up all the knowledge I can about it. With my love of reading and years of experience editing, I offer a service stemming from my passion for polishing and perfecting the creative words of others. I want to help you elevate your writing and produce something as close to perfection as humanly possible. Let me help you turn your manuscript into a novel.