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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.

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!"

I am a professional editor, specializing in proofreading, copyediting, and developmental editing services. I work closely with authors, publishers, academics, and brands to clarify and enhance the quality of their content. I also provide expert translations between English and French for a wide variety of materials.

Preferred work: Business documents (including websites) and blog posts/articles I am Eva, and I am a qualified proofreader and copy editor based in Canada. I am fully trained in copyediting and proofreading in the regional dialects of US English, UK English, and Canadian English. I mainly proofread and edit business documents and blog posts/articles. I am experienced in editing and proofreading machine-translated texts and texts written by non-native English speakers. I also have previous experience editing articles directly on the WordPress platform. I have a keen eye for spelling mistakes, and I am a grammar hawk. My passion for the written word and an error-free document will enhance your work and help create a text you will be proud to publish. I am hardworking, flexible, and happy to work with style guides and individual instructions. I am also happy to sign NDAs. Don't hesitate to contact me if you would like to know more about the services I offer. Document types I have recently proofread and edited: Self-help journal Memos Quality manual Blog posts Academic essays Law school applications (statements, essays, and resumes/CVs) Marketing pitches Magazine articles Websites Catalogs Product descriptions Business proposals Case studies WordPress articles

💻 Thanks for checking out my profile. 🎞️ I'm a freelance video editor and professional marketing copywriter with the skills to deliver all your critical video project needs: ⭐ Edits, transitions, and effects ⭐ Motion graphics ⭐ Audio improvements ⭐ Colour grading ⭐ Converting videos to TikTok/YouTube Shorts/Instagram Reels ⭐ Voice-overs and on-screen subtitles ⭐ Synchronizing audio and video ⭐ Video photo albums & professional presentations ☕ My recent work includes: ⭐ Short documentaries ⭐ Promotional content ⭐ Explainer videos ⭐ Video game trailers I'm interested in adding VSLs, podcast highlights, wedding and other event videos to my portfolio. If you have a need, don't hesitate to reach out.

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 65+ titles completed, specializing in developmental editing, line editing, copy editing and AI-assisted manuscript editing. I have more than 10 years of book-editing experience and more than two decades in writing, corporate communications, marketing and branding. I work with first-time and established authors, ghostwriters, entrepreneurs, coaches, academics and subject-matter experts. My editing experience includes business, leadership, 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, chapter flow, pacing, and missing or repetitive material • Line editing: voice, readability, tone, rhythm, transitions, and sentence-level improvement • Copy editing: grammar, clarity, consistency, word choice, and Chicago style • AI-assisted manuscript editing: removing repetition, generic phrasing, tonal drift, false transitions and manufactured certainty while preserving the useful material • Proofreading: a final check for errors and inconsistencies before publication I also polish translated manuscripts and work by authors whose first language isn’t English. You’ll receive clear edits and comments in Microsoft Word using Track Changes, along with a clean edited file. For developmental and substantial line edits, I can also provide an editorial memo and style sheet. I work in Google Docs when needed and can 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 replacing your voice with mine—or with a machine’s. One client reported that my editing helped them secure a literary agent and major publisher. Another 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.