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Writing your book was the hard part. Now it's time to bring your book to life. In the world of publishing, this means having a solid design, a clean and easy-to-read text layout, and a style that matches the message of your book. It means having a professional and eye-catching cover that will attract your target audience. It means finding someone who is both an expert designer and has a deep passion for book design. I am no stranger to hard work, tight deadlines, and going above and beyond to create the perfect design. I have over 15 years of experience working as a book designer professionally. I worked for 3 years for a self-publishing company formatting paperback, hardcover, and eBooks. For the next 4 years, I worked for a math company designing textbooks for publishers such as National Geographic Learning, Pearson Education, and Cengage Learning. Now, I have been a full-time freelancer on Upwork for nearly 10 years. I have extensive experience creating tables, graphs, text boxes, and other design elements in InDesign. I am proficient in Adobe InDesign, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Photoshop, and Microsoft Word. I have extensive experience with typography, image manipulation, and page layout. I am very familiar with the requirements for both printed and eBooks being published through Ingramspark, Amazon KDP, and others. I do not use any AI software to create my designs, and pride myself on this artistic integrity. Your project is important to me. If you’re not happy with the design, then neither am I. From start to finish, I will work with you to create the design that you want for your book. No matter the genre, book size, or page length – every book deserves to look amazing. Let’s get started with yours!

➥ OPEN TO NEW PROJECTS - I offer 15+ years of publishing experience to Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), IngramSpark, Draft2Digital, and other major online platforms. I can create fixed layouts, reflowable EPUBs, and print-ready PDF paperbacks from any edited Word document. Depending on your manuscript, I use InDesign or Vellum for formatting. Let me know your preference! ➥ ADDITIONAL INFORMATION • Please visit my My Project Dashboard for detailed Fixed Rate Contract information. ➥ REQUIRES SCHEDULING • KDP uploads & training • IngramSpark uploads & training • ZOOM consultations & interviews ➥ BUSINESS HOURS M-F 6AM - 2PM PST Sat & Sun - Closed All US Holidays - Closed I look forward to working with you! Trisha Fuentes

Don't let a bad cover or messy layout kill your book sales. You have written a great story, but in a crowded market, readers judge a book by its cover in seconds. I specialize in Graphic Design for authors, transforming manuscripts into high-converting Book Covers and flawless Layout Design that ensures your work gets noticed. I bridge the gap between creative Cover Art Design and technical publishing. Whether you are publishing on Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, or Lulu, I ensure your files are market-ready. My Specialized Book Services: Bestselling Book & Ebook Design: I use Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator to create genre-specific covers. From bold non-fiction typography to complex Illustration for fiction, I ensure your Brand Identity stands out on the digital shelf. Expert Typesetting & Interior: Using industry-standard Adobe InDesign, I handle headers, drop caps, and margins to create a polished Publication Design. Print Design & Production: I manage the technical side of print, ensuring your bleed, trim, and spine width are perfect for paperback and hardcover. Niche Expertise: I have specific workflows for Children's Book Illustration layouts, poetry, and Editorial Design for magazines or white papers. Digital Formatting: I convert your Book into flawless EPUB files that work perfectly on Kindle and tablets. Why Work With Me? I don't just "make things pretty." I provide design solutions that solve business problems. My Layout Design ensures readability, and my covers maximize click-through rates. Ready to publish a bestseller? Send me a message, and let's bring your vision to life.

Writing a book is an incredible accomplishment. Turning that manuscript into a professional-quality publication that readers trust is where many authors struggle. Specialties: Amazon KDP, InDesign Book Design, Interior Formatting, Hardcover Formatting, Paperback Layout, Kindle EPUB Conversion, IngramSpark Publishing, Nonfiction Book Design, Memoir Formatting, and Professional Typesetting. I'm a bestselling author, publishing professional, and book production specialist with more than a decade of experience helping authors transform manuscripts into polished, market-ready books. Whether you're publishing through Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, Draft2Digital, or multiple platforms, I can help you create a book that looks and feels professionally published. I've worked with indie authors, publishers, entrepreneurs, coaches, and nonfiction experts to prepare books for publication, ensuring that every project meets industry standards while remaining visually appealing and reader-friendly. Publishing is more than formatting files. A professionally produced book enhances credibility, improves the reader experience, and creates a stronger foundation for long-term success. Because I've worked as an author, editor, designer, and publishing consultant, I understand both the creative and technical sides of publishing and can guide your project from manuscript to finished book. Whether you're publishing your first book or your fiftieth, my goal is to help you create a professional product you'll be proud to share with readers. Let's discuss your project. ✅ Why Authors Hire Me ✔ USA Today Bestselling Author ✔ Master's Degree in Publishing ✔ Bachelor's Degree in Communication ✔ 10+ Years in the Publishing Industry ✔ 100+ Successful Upwork Projects ✔ 100% Job Success Score ✔ Top Rated Plus Freelancer ✔ Extensive Amazon KDP Experience ✔ IngramSpark & Multi-Platform Publishing Experience ✔ Professional Formatting for Print & eBook Editions 📖 Book Design & Formatting Services I create professional interiors for: ✔ Amazon KDP Paperback ✔ Amazon KDP Hardcover ✔ Kindle eBooks ✔ EPUB Files ✔ IngramSpark Editions ✔ Large Print Editions ✔ Print-Ready PDFs Interior Design Includes: ✔ Professional Typography ✔ Chapter Opening Pages ✔ Headers & Footers ✔ Page Numbering ✔ Table of Contents ✔ Front Matter & Back Matter ✔ Endnotes & Footnotes ✔ Pull Quotes & Callouts ✔ Charts, Graphs & Illustrations ✔ Historical Photographs ✔ Caption Formatting ✔ Image Placement & Optimization ✍️ Editorial Services ✔ Developmental Editing ✔ Line Editing ✔ Copy Editing ✔ Proofreading ✔ Manuscript Critiques ✔ Fiction Editing ✔ Nonfiction Editing ✔ Memoir Editing ✔ Self-Help & Business Books 🚀 Publishing & Launch Support Need help navigating the publishing process? I can assist with: ✔ Amazon KDP Uploads ✔ IngramSpark Uploads ✔ Draft2Digital Setup ✔ Metadata Optimization ✔ Keyword Research ✔ Category Selection ✔ Book Descriptions ✔ Publishing Strategy ✔ Launch Preparation ✔ Publishing Consultations 📚 Genres I Frequently Work With ✔ Nonfiction ✔ Memoir ✔ Self-Help ✔ Business ✔ Leadership ✔ Sports ✔ History ✔ Educational Books ✔ Romance ✔ Fantasy ✔ Young Adult ✔ Christian Fiction 🎯 What You Can Expect ✔ Clear Communication ✔ Fast Turnaround Times ✔ Attention to Detail ✔ Professional Design Standards ✔ Industry-Compliant Files ✔ Reader-Friendly Formatting ✔ A Collaborative, Author-First Approach

**Currently, I'm most interested in beta-reading, editing, or any creative project that could use an English teacher's perspective, but feel free to reach out with any other needs as well. I look forward to working with you!** Hey there! I'm a creative professional with a passion for storytelling. I've been a reader, writer, and editor for those around me ever since I was in elementary school, and I've come to the recent conclusion that it might be worth a shot to build a career out of this skillset of mine. I bring a well-rounded variety of interests and experiences, and I would love to help you both create your own story and/or figure out how you can best tell it. If you are looking for a detail-oriented, timely, passionate, and clear communicator who will get just as excited about your project as you are, please feel free to contact me. I am open to many different types of projects, and I am flexible with rates, as I am currently seeking projects to boost my emerging Upwork career.

Hi there! I am an American Native English copy editor and proofreader whose work has been used in/by some of the world's: - ✅ Leading book publishers and news publications (Abrams Books, Forbes) - ✅ High ranking academic journals and institutions (ASCE Library, The US Chamber of Commerce, AAAS) - ✅ Top businesses, brands, and websites (PetSmart, Netflix Originals, PILOT Inc.) ...and I’m very excited to help bring your own writing to life today! I provide you with masterful copy editing, error-free proofreading, and professional formatting - all on a fast turnaround time. With me, you can be sure you're getting the highest quality English editing on the market. My editing process is done entirely by hand, combing through each word and every comma to expertly copy edit and transform your writing into the most professional, powerful, and engaging document possible. What separates great editing from good editing isn't just catching errors, but knowing when to hold back. My job isn't to rewrite your work in my voice; it's to find the strongest version of yours and bring it to the surface. After 500+ projects, I've developed an instinct for exactly where a piece loses momentum, where a sentence is working harder than it needs to, and where a single word change makes a paragraph land the way it was always meant to. Some words from a few of my happy clients: ⭐ - "Lindsey was EXCELLENT! I would highly recommend for any of your editing needs. Flexible, intelligent, highly skilled and all around a great person to work with!" ⭐ - "Lindsey did great work, my book went #1 in 12 Amazon Bestselling categories! and his finishing touches were a great investment!" ⭐ - "Lindsey is the quintessential editor. I could not recommend him more. Such a great guy to work with, very detailed, and eager to overdeliver. And overdeliver is what he did. You will not be disappointed by the level of skill and expertise he offers. One of the best people I've worked with here on Upwork." ⭐ - "Lindsey is legit. He said he could tackle my problem editing with his xp and he most certainly did. Laid out his initial opinion and about the time it should take him then went to work. Not only was it effective, it was extremely prompt. If I ever need an editor again he will have first dibs. No question." ⭐ - "Always great working with Lindsey. Turnaround time is super quick and the work is high class." ⭐ - "I cannot say enough about Lindsey's ability to elevate my writing. If you want to communicate clearly and concisely, Lindsey is the writer and editor you need. Thank you again, Lindsey! :)" ⭐ - "As always, brilliant work. I can trust Lindsey with any writing project and know it will come back sounding and looking AMAZING!" Some examples of services I can provide, broken down by category: ACADEMIC: Editing and proofreading, including paper, dissertation, thesis, essay, and research report revisions. APA 6 and 7, MLA, Harvard, and Chicago Manual of Style formatting are all specialties that I can easily handle! ADMISSIONS: School and university admissions essay coaching, MBA, job application, resume, and CV editing; personal statements and statements of purpose AI CONTENT: Editing and bringing a human touch to enhance AI-generated drafts and make them publishing-ready ARTICLES AND BLOGS: Working with you to find your unique author’s voice and help fine-tune your content to be clear and compelling. I'm deeply familiar with AP Style and Chicago (CMOS) best practices, but I can also quickly interface with custom or in-house style conventions! BOOKS: Fiction and non-fiction book editing and proofreading; short story, epic novel, or autobiography BUSINESS: Correspondence (including B2B), marketing material, and product text, as well as corporate websites, internal documents, email campaigns, content and news articles, sales, and newsletters DEVELOPMENTAL: Assessing content at a high level to help develop ideas, structure, and narrative resonance GRANT WRITING: Polishing grant documents to be persuasive, professional, and clear SCIENTIFIC and MEDICAL: Science and medical proofreading, copy editing, and fact-checking TECHNICAL: Technical editing of internal documentation, manuals, whitepapers, and reports WEBSITES: Website content editing and proofreading across all types of genres and design styles - AND MORE (Don't see your project type listed? Reach out - chances are I can help!) I’m also available on retainer for ongoing or high-priority editing needs. Ready to get started? Send me a message with a brief description of your project (document type, word count, and any deadlines I should know about) and I'll get back to you within 24 hours. I'd love to take a look!