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$45 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (5 jobs)
Hi, I'm Cara! I'm a developmental fiction editor. I love working with authors and creative people! I have a decade of experience providing developmental editing. I am happy to edit any length of story. I am a member of the Editorial Freelancers Association and strive to uphold their standards of professionalism and integrity. ----- How does developmental editing differ from copyediting? Developmental (sometimes called substantive) editing doesn't focus on correcting grammar errors, but rather takes a deep look into the story itself. A developmental editor checks for story flow, effectiveness, point of view, passive language, consistency, and areas where your story can be expanded on or polished so that it stays in the minds and hearts of readers. A copyeditor corrects technical details of a manuscript's writing content, such as grammar and spelling. These edits ensure your manuscript is ready for publishing or to send to an agent. Unlike developmental edits, story/plot content is not typically addressed during a copyedit. ----- Which type of editing do you need? Your book or story may require one more than the other, depending on myriad factors. Many stories require both services. If you're curious about the types of editing I offer and which might best serve your needs, please reach out to me!

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Copy Editing
Fiction
Proofreading
Fantasy
Developmental Editing
Book Editing
Science Fiction
Romance
Literature
Writing Critique
$30 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (12 jobs)
I'm a highly communicative, detail-oriented freelance writer, proofreader, and editor with over five years of experience creating and revising professional content for publication online. I'm also a trained screenwriter, director, and film editor with a collaborative spirit and a sharp eye for story. If you're trying to draw in readers, enhance your story, or present your ideas with clarity and effect, I'm here to help you nail it! • I'm experienced in Chicago Manual of Style, APA, and MLA formatting • I'll work hard to ensure your writing perfectly represents the most important thing: you! • Collaboration and communication are paramount—we'll always be on the same page.

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Writing
Content Editing
Publishing
Content Writing
Microsoft Word
Creative Writing
Screenwriting
Copy Editing
Developmental Editing
Blog Content
Proofreading
English
$50 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (53 jobs)
Kiana Henley is an editor and academic consultant who has worked with over 150 students, professors, and other authors to improve their writing, with projects ranging from doctoral dissertations and peer-reviewed journal articles to both fiction and nonfiction books. Kiana's primary areas of expertise include academic writing in business, education, nursing, psychology, and the social sciences at the doctoral and post-doctoral levels. She also consults with nonprofits on research and writing projects, as well as in a project management capacity.

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Editing & Proofreading
Developmental Editing
Microsoft Office
Research Papers
APA Formatting
Proofreading
Book Editing
Academic Editing
Line Editing
Academic Research
Academic Proofreading
Formatting
Writing
Copy Editing
$50 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (4 jobs)
I am a detailed oriented professional who has accumulated 10+ years of experience in publishing, editing, writing, and research both in and outside of an university setting. I have my masters degree from DePaul University in Writing and Publishing, and have experience in writing both long form and short form for industries such as finance, beauty and software.

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Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Word
Adobe Flash
$33 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (2 jobs)
Editing has been my pleasure since childhood and my profession for three years. I am eager to edit/proofread a variety of genres and specialize in non-fiction, book descriptions, biographies, memoirs, and lifestyle blogs. I'm big on open and honest communication; this is a partnership, and I'm all bout asking and answering questions to form clarity and trust. Let's get on the same page (pun intended) and ensure that I hear, understand, and meet your needs with attention, positivity, and care.

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Error Detection
Social Media Copy
Proofreading
Copywriting
English
Grammar & Syntax Review
APA Formatting
Copy Editing
Line Editing
Developmental Editing
$20 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (13 jobs)
I am a Ph.D. student in Old Testament theology with extensive experience in English writing, research, argumentation, formatting, and biblical languages. I have proofread and copy-edited over 1,000 academic papers including high school English essays, college admissions applications, undergraduate research papers, and Masters and Doctoral projects. I will format, edit, proof, or provide feedback on your manuscript, essay, article, book, or devotional. Subject expertise includes: - Old and New Testament theology - Greek and Hebrew - Exegetical methods - Research - English language, vocabulary, grammar, and writing - Personal statements, research proposals, and other college application materials Formatting expertise includes: Chicago Manual of Style/Turabian Society of Biblical Literature (SBL) Modern Language Association (MLA) Familiarity with APA. I will help you get your project out into the world!

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Theology
Greek
Hebrew
Formatting
Proofreading
$45 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (1 job)
Content Manager and Editor with excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills. More than a decade of experience editing content end-to-end (assigning, developmental editing, line editing, proofreading, fact-checking, feedback, publishing) for digital publication and managing a team of 10+ writers. -Proficient in Microsoft Office, Trello, and WordPress -Familiarity with different style guides, including AP and Chicago -Knowledge of SEO fundamentals and experience editing SEO-optimized content -Comfortable working at a fast pace and adhering to tight deadlines -Highly familiarized with working remotely and with minimal supervision

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Copywriting
Writing
AP Style Writing
Fact-Checking
Management Skills
Time Management
Microsoft Office
Trello
WordPress
Tutoring
Proofreading Feedback
Academic Editing
Editing & Proofreading
Content Management
$20 hourly
- 4.8/5
- (2 jobs)
Returning to Upwork after not using it as a work platform for ages! Storytelling has been my passion since I was a child. As I grew older, that passion shifted into a love of theatre, which led to being a theatre major in college. It was around that time I also discovered a passion for writing--one that would surpass my love of theatre over the next few years, though I didn't know it at the time. (Ah, hindsight. What do you do?) I can find something to love in most any genre of fiction. But more than anything, I've fallen in love with Fantasy and Sci-Fi. The ability to stretch the reader's imagination, to pull them out of the real world and into someplace unbelievable yet somehow familiar... there's simply nothing like it. We read books to escape, yes, but we also read them to find a piece of ourselves. To meet characters we relate to and want to root for. To experience the fantastic. Authors that can do that are wizards, which would make editors something like a magician's assistant. And that's pretty darn cool. Now, I could give you more backstory on all the education I've gotten and how I use that to help authors take their books to its fullest potential. I could talk about my attention to detail and keen eye for readability and flow. I could talk about my deep understanding of characterization and story progression. And all of it would be true. But it would also be a bit boring. You're here to write a book, not read one, am I right? Plus, frankly, every editor is going to say something along those lines. So, instead, I'll talk about my primary goal for the editing process: fun. Aside from the obvious (error correction, readability, story improvement, etc.), the main thing I want is to make the editing process an enjoyable experience. Listen, sending your book to an editor can be stressful--even downright scary. "What if they don't like it?" "What if it's bad?" "What if it's riddled with errors?" Not to mention the fact that I'm technically a stranger on the internet. Believe me, I understand the anxiety, and it's totally justified. So I seek to ease those worries. I make jokes, use silly metaphors, and keep my feedback constructive. I try to make my clients laugh (yes, even if your genre is drama or something). Even if I'm providing you with great edits or suggestions, I've only done half my job if you're not having fun with it. You should be looking forward to getting the manuscript back, not dreading it. You're creating something great; you deserve to enjoy it. Anyway, that's enough rambling from me. I know I'd be a great editor for you. Let's get to telling your story the way it deserves to be told. Oh, and here are a few reviews from previous clients, so you don't have to just take my word for it: "There’s a ton of editors out there, but I’m really glad I went with Alex! Not only are his editing skills great, but what I liked the most is that we was accessible and more than willing to go that extra mile with me . . . Would definitely recommend him to anyone who needs a super “user friendly” editor!" “I can't recommend Alex's copy editing highly enough. He's thoughtful about his suggestions, exacting in his word choice and provides an exceptional level of polish to the finished product. If you need any type of copy editing services he is the perfect person for the job.” “Alex is a total rockstar and hiring him was the best thing I could’ve done! He was amazingly easy to work with, fantastic communication and really knows what he is doing! Thank you Alex, truly!”

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Proofreading
Editing & Proofreading
Storytelling
Writing
Writing Critique
Scrivener
Book Writing
Adobe InDesign
Story Editing
Developmental Editing
Microsoft Office
Book Editing
English
Story Development
$20 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (2 jobs)
Judgment-Free Proofreading I will proofread your horror, fantasy, science fiction, romance, and other novels or novellas to catch errors and provide you with a clean and polished book that will be ready to go live. I 100% support new authors! We all make mistakes, and I absolutely understand that. Let me help you iron out those inconsistencies and be your second set of eyes. I edit in MS Word using "track changes". My job is to find and fix: Grammatical errors Punctuation errors Spelling errors Improper word usage Verb tenses You will receive: Original document with track changes for your approval Revised document with all corrections accepted and applied Why choose me: My work is always on time. I believe every writer has their own unique voice. I don't want to change that voice; I just want to find and fix your errors with Judgment-Free Proofreading. Contact me now! Let's make your work of art sparkle!

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Review
Grammar
AP Style Writing
Horror
Romance
Science Fiction
Fiction
Proofreading
Book
Book Editing
Copy Editing
Style Guide
$35 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (0 jobs)
As a passionate and detail-oriented editor and proofreader, I have over ten years of hands-on experience in creating and editing nonprofit written communications tailored for a number of different stakeholders. My projects include self-published books, websites, newsletters, and general marketing materials. I recently earned my copyediting certificate from the University of California at San Diego. While most familiar with the Chicago Manual of Style and the AP Stylebook, I can easily navigate other style guides, including in-house ones. I look forward to learning more about your project needs!

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Style Guide Development
Content Editing
Academic Proofreading
Book Editing
Editing & Proofreading
Grammar & Syntax Review
Fact-Checking
Copy Editing
AP Style Writing
Academic Editing
Proofreading
$20 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (0 jobs)
I have a background in political reporting and general breaking news reporting, but I am an experienced writer and editor who can help with any content you need.

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Adobe InDesign
Adobe Photoshop
Digital Publishing Suite
Python
Adobe Inc.
SEO Strategy
Journalism Writing
Local SEO
Search Engine Optimization
Shopify SEO
Adobe Audition
Custom Content Management System
Technical SEO
SQL
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