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Children’s Book Writer & Editor | Manuscript Specialist | Storyteller for all genres Hello! I'm Liz, I began Upwork January 2026. I help Writers bring children’s stories to life through engaging storytelling, thoughtful editing, and professional manuscript development. I also have marketing and non-profit experience and can help you with brand messaging for marketing or website content. I’m a self-published children’s Author, including two titles that have sold internationally on Amazon. My rhyming book Good Morning, Birds! was featured by Barnes & Noble Press’ blog and ranked in their “Top 10 Kid’s Bird Book Bestsellers” in 2019. I’m also a featured Author/Editor and website user experience consultant for a new interactive children’s story website (Ludooka) that is launching in the fall. I'm a SCBWI (Society or Children's Book Writers & Illustrators) & ISA (International Screenwriter's Association) Member. I am also a Substitute Teacher with preschool education work experience. I specialize in: ✔️ Children’s story writing (rhyming & prose) ✔️ Editing & developmental feedback ✔️ Proofreading & rewriting for clarity and flow ✔️ Humanizing AI-generated stories ✔️ Age-appropriate structure and pacing ✔️ Art direction & illustration suggestions for Picture Books ✔️ Brand messaging & mission storytelling Additional services: ✔️Proofreading and general content writing/editing including blogs and website copy. I have experience in non-profit and interactive story website content writing/editing. I am currently a Substitute Teacher with a work background in preschool education, non-profit and marketing. My experience in education has given me deep insight into the types of stories that resonate with children. I’ve also collaborated with Illustrators, provided art direction, and designed my own eBooks with Canva, so I can support your project beyond just the writing. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or additional requests. Thank you! :)

You want a strong writer/editor who will provide thoughtful, thorough feedback while maintaining your vision. I am an award-winning author with extensive editing experience (developmental, line, copy, proofreading) and a top-rated Upwork reputation – 100% job success rate/exclusively 5-star reviews. We will make your writing sing, on YOUR terms. NOTE: Upwork requires that profiles list an hourly rate, but I typically quote a fixed rate per project. TESTIMONIALS: "Truly top of the market, easy to communicate with, fully understands the vision, and consistently delivers exceptional writing. I highly recommend Marc for outstanding results." (write children's story to accompany piano scale book) "Marc possesses a brilliant editorial eye. He was very responsive, always ahead of deadlines, and approached my work with deep respect and empathy." (edit memoir on sensitive subject) "Exceptionally talented. Marc met all of my requirements and then some." (write 20+ original, diverse kids' stories) "Absolutely brilliant job. Marc provided precise rationale at every step. I cannot recommend him highly enough – he is an expert at his craft and a whole lot of fun to work with!" (edit/rewrite educational story for corporate promotion) GUARANTEES: * no AI: 100% human-written and edited * preserve your voice while strengthening the story * clear, actionable suggestions (see portfolio in my profile) * get it "right" the first time – saves you time AND money * fast turnaround – tight deadlines no prob * can advise on the publishing process for no extra charge CREDENTIALS: * author of 80+ nonfiction/fiction books for children and all ages * awards: American Library Association Notable Book, Junior Library Guild Selections, Orbis Pictus Honor, Catholic Library Association St. Katharine Drexel Award * other high-interest content for young people (board games, plays, story apps, quizzes, puzzles) PUBLISHERS: * Penguin Random House * Nickelodeon * HarperCollins * Scholastic * National Geographic Kids * Chicken Soup for the Soul BRANDS: * Disney * Kraft * NFL * DreamWorks * Walmart * Hasbro * Nintendo * Hewlett-Packard * DC Comics I look forward to helping you!

Hello! I am a freelance writer and editor. My interests include animals, nature, science and technology, social issues, and the world around me in general. I am the author of over two dozen traditionally published nonfiction books. My work has been published by TAB/McGraw-Hill, Greenhaven Press, Rosen Publishing, Enslow Publishing and Language Lizard. My recent Upwork projects include nonfiction writing, editing, proofreading, and creating stories that are used in educational apps. I'm looking forward to working with you soon! Sincerely, Anita Louise McCormick

Looking for a professional writer who's honest, funny, creative, and brilliant with dialogue? A storyteller who can make people laugh and cry, cringe and cheer? A pun wizard who has a magical way with words? Look no further. SCREENWRITING EXPERIENCE: I have an MFA in screenwriting from UCLA, a BA in film from CSULB and over ten years of experience writing compelling commercial film and television scripts. As a working and produced screenwriter, I have been hired to write and rewrite many feature scripts as well as develop pitches and treatments. I specialize in comedy, dramedy, and children's but am adept at any genre. I am also the official script writer for the Chicago Thanksgiving Day Parade. CREATIVE WRITING AND EDITING EXPERIENCE: I have over 10 years of experience writing, critiquing, and editing children's books and other children's content such as sleep stories and meditations, and have been hired to edit and proofread adult fiction as well. Under the name Megan Woodward, I am the author of THIS BOOK IS DEFINITELY NOT CURSED (Simon and Schuster, 2024) and HILARIOUS DANCE, CHEER, AND GYMNASTICS JOKES AND PUNS (Capstone, 2024), NO IFS ANDS OR BUTTS (Albert Whitman, 2026), and another unannounced title slated for release in 2028. Meganwoodward dot com COPYWRITING EXPERIENCE: I have done copywriting work for a marijuana dispensery, a salon chain, and a high end travel company. As the script writer for the Chicago Thanksgiving Parade, I write a lot of copy for the parade units and parade sponsors involved. Here is a list of specific work for which I am available: -copywriting work -write or rewrite feature scripts -write or rewrite pilot scripts -write or rewrite short film/web series scripts -edit, review and provide notes on scripts -proofread for grammar and spelling -punch up dialogue and jokes -character outlines/ rewrites to create realistic, relatable, multi-dimensional characters -write outlines/ treatments -form pitches -critique children's book manuscripts/ queries -edit/proofread children's book manuscripts/ queries -edit/ proofread novels -ghostwriting work -other forms of writing included but not limited to: cover letters, blogs, essays, wedding speeches, divorce speeches... (hey, why not?)

Multicultural, meticulous, and memorable describe my unique, passionate approach to online editing/proofreading, blogging, content writing, teaching/tutoring, mentoring, and collaborating. I possess an "All the World's a Stage" study and work history of 16 years + as a teacher, drama coach, choreographer, writer, editor, and scholar in America, Europe, and Asia. In brief, I deliver friendly, honest, punctual, thorough, professional, creative, and inclusive services. As Socrates insisted, “Education is the kindling of a flame, not the filling of a vessel.” Let's ignite the fire and begin our collaborative journey together!

Books have been my world for more than 12 years, not just designing them, but helping ideas become professionally published experiences that readers remember. As a Top Rated Book Specialist on Upwork, I work with authors, publishers, coaches, startups, and brands to create books, illustrations, presentations, and publishing assets that are visually polished, strategically structured, and ready for the global market. From manuscript development to final publishing files, I manage the complete creative journey with a strong focus on quality, consistency, and detail. 𝗠𝘆 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲𝘀: ✦ 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 & 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 • Ghostwriting & manuscript development • Proofreading, editing & content refinement • Professional typesetting & interior layout design • eBook formatting (EPUB, Kindle) • Print-ready files for paperback & hardcover • Workbook, journal & magazine formatting • Multilingual book layout & reflow formatting ✦ 𝗜𝗹𝗹𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 & 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝘂𝗮𝗹𝘀 • Children’s book illustrations • Character design with expressive storytelling • Watercolor, hand-drawn & modern illustration styles • Background scenes & visual environment creation • Consistent illustration systems across full books • AI-assisted and custom illustration workflows ✦ 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 & 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 • Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, Lulu & Barnes & Noble • Adobe InDesign & Affinity Publisher expertise • Publishing compliance & print specifications • File preparation for digital & print distribution • Cover-to-interior publishing coordination ✦ 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 & 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 • Investor pitch decks & business presentations • Canva & PowerPoint presentation systems • Educational, corporate & marketing presentations • Clean, modern, high-converting visual design I combine creative direction with technical precision — ensuring every project is not only visually strong, but professionally structured and publishing-ready from start to finish. Whether you need a complete book production partner, a skilled illustrator, or a reliable publishing expert, I bring the experience, communication, and detail-oriented approach needed to deliver work that stands out.