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Evan M.

Toronto, Canada

$50/hr
5.0
167 jobs

Top Rated Plus + 100% Job Success Score ✔️ Ghostwriter for clients on Forbes, Entrepreneur, SearchEngingeLand, Fast Company, and Bloomberg ✔️ Written + edited copy for The Myers-Briggs Company, National Post, Huffington Post, Reputation Resolutions, InTheBag, Nomad Cre8tive, The Splash Lab, SugarBear, etc. ✔️ 150+ jobs completed on Upwork ✔️ Dozens of five-star reviews ✔️ Degree in journalism from Canada’s top journalism program ✔️ Edited non-fiction content (including many full-length manuscripts) for economist Saifedean Ammous, Physician Steven Bratman, Health Care Specialist Fawn Lopez, Real Estate Mogul David Malcolm, and Publisher Michelle Prince ✔️ Edited fiction content (in genres such as literary fiction, sci-fi, fantasy, romance, and crime) for writers such as Adam Bishop, Alphabet Legends, Steven Bratman, Alan Woodruff, and more ✔️ Established literary fiction writer published in FreeFall Magazine, The Wild Umbrella, Sixfold, and more ✔️ Finalist for the 2025 Writers Union of Canada Short Prose Competition With more than a decade of experience bolstering copy across various industries, I provide a wealth of knowledge and expertise in my role as your editor or writer. My specialities include SEO and B2B writing, landing page copy, emails and newsletters, LinkedIn content, proofreading, copyediting, line editing, developmental and structural editing, ghostwriting, researching and fact-checking. So, whether you’re a burgeoning fiction writer looking to elevate your manuscript, an entrepreneur seeking to refine the SEO copy and AI visibility on your website, or an economist hoping to fact-check and proofread your non-fiction textbook, I’m here to help. Simply put, words are my speciality, and I will assist you in enhancing your copy in whatever capacity necessary. Need assistance with copywriting? I can help you with: ✍🏼 SEO Writing ✍🏼 B2B/SaaS Writing ✍🏼 Financial Writing ✍🏼 Landing Page + Web Copy ✍🏼 Ghostwriting ✍🏼 Emails + Newsletters + LinkedIn Copy ✍🏼 Literary Writing ✍🏼 Children’s Books ✍🏼 Copywriting Want to turn an idea into fleshed-out writing? I can help you with: ✍🏼 Developmental + Structural Editing ✍🏼 Copy Editing ✍🏼 Line Editing ✍🏼 Editorial Assessments ✍🏼 Proofreading ✍🏼 Academic Editing ✍🏼 Humanizing AI-written Texts ✍🏼 SEO and AI Visibility What separates me from other freelancers? 📆 Flexible Schedule 📧 Immediate Responses 🗣️ Frequent Communication + Updates ✅ Never Missed A Deadline 📝 Revisions, Revisions, Revisions CLIENT REVIEWS: 🌟 “Evan was great to work with. He was able to edit and improve my writing, catching small details and ensuring the content was precise. He was extremely communicative throughout the project duration and worked efficiently to generate an amazing finished project.”
 🌟"Evan was an incredible editor, providing highly detailed edits that went way beyond a few other samples I received from others. He provided both a developmental edit, giving insightful ways I could shape the story as a whole, and line edits, really tightening up the prose and increasing the overall impact. I learned so much from him as a result, and am sure my novel, The Visualiser, which is now published, was far better as a result."
 🌟 “Evan did an excellent job as a writer for our project. The content was clear, well structured, and aligned with our goals and tone of voice. He was professional, responsive, and delivered on time, making the collaboration smooth and productive. I’d be happy to work with him again, would recommend.”

 🌟 "It has been a pleasure working with Evan! His meticulous attention to detail, coupled with a keen understanding of our project's needs, has consistently produced outstanding results. Evan not only refines our content to perfection but also offers valuable insights and suggestions that enhance its effectiveness. His professionalism and proactive communication make him an invaluable asset to any project. Can't recommend Evan enough for his skills and dedication, and we're definitely looking forward to working with him again in the future!"

  • Copy Editing
  • Fact-Checking
  • Proofreading
  • Creative Writing
  • Comedy
  • Candidate Interviewing
  • Content Writing
  • Book Editing
Sam T.

Toronto, Canada

$55/hr
5.0
77 jobs

Your nonfiction manuscript should sound unmistakably like you—only clearer, stronger, and harder to put down. I’m a top rated nonfiction book editor with more than 10 years of book-editing experience and more than two decades in writing, communications, and branding. I’ve edited 65+ nonfiction titles for first-time and established authors, ghostwriters, entrepreneurs, coaches, academics, and subject-matter experts. My editing experience includes business, personal development, memoir, sports, technology, education, health, relationships, and practical how-to books. Depending on what your manuscript needs, I can provide: • Developmental editing: structure, organization, argument, pacing, and missing or repetitive material • Line editing: voice, flow, readability, tone, and sentence-level improvement • Copy editing: grammar, clarity, consistency, word choice, and Chicago style • Proofreading: a final check for errors before publication • AI-draft editing: turning stiff or generic AI-assisted material into natural, credible writing • English-language editing: polishing translated manuscripts and writing by non-native English speakers You’ll receive clear edits and comments in Microsoft Word using Track Changes, an editorial memo when the scope calls for one, and a clean edited file. I can also work in Google Docs when needed and accommodate US, Canadian, or British English. My job isn’t to turn your manuscript into something I would have written. It’s to understand what you’re trying to accomplish, identify what’s getting in the way, and strengthen the book without losing your voice. That approach has helped one client secure a literary agent and major publisher. Another client described me as the developmental editor they had spent more than a year trying to find. Send me your manuscript’s topic, word count, current stage, and the kind of editing you think it needs. If you’re not sure, send a sample and I’ll give you an honest recommendation.

  • Copy Editing
  • Fact-Checking
  • Proofreading
  • Book Editing
  • Developmental Editing
  • Line Editing
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Ebook
  • Content Editing
  • Nonfiction
  • Manuscript
  • Chicago Manual of Style
  • AI Content Editing
  • Microsoft Word
  • US English Dialect
  • Ebook Formatting
  • AI Content Writing
  • Business Editing
  • Memoir
Muheeb B.

Toronto, Canada

$15/hr
5.0
5 jobs

Hi! I'm an editor, proofreader & formatter who helps authors transform manuscripts into publication-ready books. Over the past 7 years, I've completed more than 150 editing projects, working with fiction writers, memoirists, spiritual authors, and nonfiction experts to bring their stories to life. Now I'm here on Upwork to help you do the same. My background in English education combined with hands-on editing experience means I approach every manuscript with both technical precision and a deep respect for your unique voice. Whether you're writing personal memoirs, spiritual and theological works, health and wellness guides, or genre fiction, I bring cultural sensitivity and trauma-informed editing practices to every project. Services & Deliverables: - Developmental Editing I work with the big-picture elements of your manuscript, structure, pacing, character development, thematic consistency to help your story reach its full potential. You'll receive a marked-up manuscript with inline comments and a comprehensive revision letter detailing my recommendations. - Copy Editing & Line Editing I refine your prose for clarity, flow, and correctness while maintaining your unique voice. I check grammar, punctuation, syntax, word choice, and consistency throughout. You'll receive a clean edited manuscript using Microsoft Word Track Changes. - Proofreading Final-stage polish to catch any remaining typos, formatting inconsistencies, or errors before publication. Perfect for manuscripts that have already been edited and need one last professional review. - Amazon KDP Formatting Professional formatting for both print and digital publication that meets Amazon's technical requirements and enhances reader experience. I handle interior layout, chapter headers, page numbers, and ensure your book looks polished on every device. My Approach: I don't just fix errors, I help you communicate your message with clarity and impact. My editing is collaborative and constructive. I ask questions, offer insights, and work with you to strengthen your manuscript while keeping your voice at the center of everything. You'll always know why I'm suggesting a change and how it serves your larger vision. Areas of Expertise: - Fiction: literary fiction, spiritual narratives, healing stories - Nonfiction: memoirs, self-help, health and wellness, theology and spirituality - Academic editing and developmental feedback - Style guides: Chicago Manual of Style, APA - Software: Microsoft Word Track Changes, Google Docs, Amazon KDP Client testimonial: "Muheeb is undoubtedly one of the best proofreader & Editor on this platform. I've learned so much about the art of writing by working with him. He's a great communicator, responds on time, and pays attention to detail. I hired him to help me revise a manuscript, but he did more than that, he breathed so much life into my story. I highly recommend him." Ready to take your manuscript to the next level? Send me a message with your word count, project type, and the services you're interested in. Let's discuss how I can help bring your book to life.

  • Copy Editing
  • Proofreading
  • AI Content Editing
  • Book Writing
  • Book Editing
  • Content Editing
  • Content Writing
  • Developmental Editing
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Ebook Writing
  • Fiction Writing
  • Ghostwriting
  • Line Editing
  • Nonfiction Writing
  • Writing
Fiona S.

Guelph, Canada

$45/hr
5.0
299 jobs

I am an experienced copy editor and proofreader specializing in academic and technical editing – journal articles, technical reports, professional publications. I hold a PhD in Humanities, which has furnished me with an approach to language that aims at clarity, consistency, and coherence. Although my background is in the arts and humanities, I also have extensive experience working with academics and professionals in other fields, including global health, psychology, management, economics, and medicine. My clients include professors, research groups, international organizations, and education institutions. I am well versed in the most popular style guides (Chicago, APA, MLA, etc.), and can work in both American and British English. I approach each project as an opportunity to make something the best that it can be, all the while constantly challenging and honing my skills.

  • Copy Editing
  • English
  • Translation
Alma A.

Richmond Hill, Canada

$18/hr
5.0
25 jobs

Hi there! I'm a copyeditor, proofreader, and writer, with over 3 years of experience writing and editing creative and professional copy. I am versed in APA, AP, and Chicago Style and proficient in narrative writing, academic writing, content marketing, SEO and more. As a writer, I understand how easily small errors can go unnoticed despite multiple drafts and rewrites. As an editor, I can provide a fresh pair of eyes and catch those errors. Whether you're working on something as short as a poem or as long as a full-length novel, I'm here to provide you with a meticulous and dedicated service. SERVICES - Copy editing - Line editing - Proofreading - Beta reading - General feedback - Audio proofing INCLUDING: - Novels of all genres, both fiction and non-fiction - Poetry - Short stories - Articles - Technical guides - Self-help and spiritual guides - Audiobooks Please feel free to contact me anytime if you have any questions or if you’d like to discuss a specific project. I'm excited to collaborate with you!

  • Copy Editing
  • Copywriting
  • Proofreading
  • Creative Writing
  • Short Story Writing
  • Essay Writing
  • Essay
  • Poetry
  • Writing
  • Fiction Writing
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Book Editing
  • Beta Reading
Mathieu R.

Bathurst, Canada

$45/hr
5.0
166 jobs

You need your writing to be clear, engaging, and persuasive. I will help you achieve that goal. I'm a highly adaptable editor, with experience working on a variety of subjects, including: * Entrepreneurship / Leadership * Sales and Marketing (B2B and B2C) * Occupational Health and Safety * Building Materials / Construction * Insurance / Insuretech * Personal Development / Self-help I also hold a PhD in Philosophy and Ethics, with extensive experience simplifying complicated ideas and making them accessible. If you think I'd be a good fit, don't hesitate to reach out and tell me about your project.

  • Copy Editing
  • Proofreading
  • Article Writing
  • Blog Writing
  • Content Writing
  • Editorial Writing
  • Writing
  • Ghostwriting
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Business Editing
  • Academic Editing
  • Line Editing
  • Book Editing

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