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Top Rated | 7+ Years Experience | 70+ Five-Star Reviews | $20K+ Earned I edit manuscripts that help authors finally get the responses they’ve been waiting for. One of my recent clients went from hearing nothing after months of querying to receiving 2 full manuscript requests within 5 weeks after I helped strengthen the story structure and fix the pacing issues holding the book back. Send me your first 3 chapters, and I’ll identify the biggest issue weakening your manuscript for free, no strings attached. Most manuscripts don't fail because the writing is bad. They fail because the author is too close to see what's breaking it: pacing that stalls in the middle, voice inconsistencies that lose readers early, structural gaps that make agents pass without explanation. That is exactly what I diagnose and fix. With 7+ years of editing experience across fiction, nonfiction, memoir, self-help, and children's books, I have helped authors go from rejected drafts to 5-star published books and successful agent queries. Services: -Developmental Editing: story structure, pacing, character arcs, narrative cohesion -Line Editing: sentence rhythm, voice, clarity, emotional resonance -Proofreading: grammar, punctuation, spelling, final polish before publishing -Beta Reading: honest reader feedback before you query or go live I also do the following: - Ghostwriting: I can also ghostwrite your book for you if you have an outline or idea you want me to develop. - Book formatting: I can format your book into an ePub version with reflowable table of contents, paperback and hardback versions. - Book cover design: I can design attractive book covers and wraparound book coveres for your book that would help your book make sales once it is published. I work to Chicago Manual of Style or APA standards and tailor every edit to your genre, tone, and voice. You get a full editorial letter, tracked changes, and clear reasoning behind every recommendation. I only take on 6 new manuscript projects per month to protect quality. 70+ authors have already trusted me with their manuscripts and walked away with agent requests, 5-star reviews, and published books. If you are reading this, I likely still have a spot. Message me right now with your first 3 chapters and I will tell you exactly what is holding your manuscript back, at no cost, before you spend a single dollar.

I truly enjoy reading; I read most genres, from horror to romance to scholastic articles. If I am not sure about something, I will research until I can give you an answer. I have five years of experience in proofreading for published authors, professional blogs, and social media accounts. I want to help make your work the best that it could be.

I’m all about words. Choosing the right one for the right moment can be magical. Punctuating all of them correctly is essential—I'm a huge fan of the Oxford comma. As a professional copy editor, my job is to help you put the right pieces in the right places. I love to read and consume large amounts of media from a variety of sources and genres; some great, some poor, all educational. Struggling to fine-tune your non-fiction manuscript? Not sure if your fictional plot is interesting? Let me help. I have a high volume of clients and am up-to-date on reader preferences and good branding strategies. I admit to having a soft spot for YA fantasy/sci-fi writers, so contact me about your passion project! If you are contacting me for work: • I choose my clients carefully through a simple interview process: you send me a sample of your writing, I send you a critique, and we decide if we can stand each other. • If we move forward with the project, come prepared, you will get true edits. • I am tough and thorough. My job is to make you look good. • Everything happens in Google docs, MS Word, Pages, or Scrivener using editing tools so you have complete control over any changes. • I do not ghostwrite but I will help you find your voice because it needs to be heard.

Hello, my name is Debbie! Just a few things about myself: I DO NOT USE A.I. to do my beta reading, proofreading, developmental editing, copyediting, and line editing! I have been writing for 34 years (44 novels: 10 fantasy novels, 10 romance novels, 2 science fiction novels, 6 thriller novels, 2 recipe books, 1 short-story collection, 2 fantasy romance Christmas novels, 1 young adult/youth book, 9 children’s picture educational books, 7 anthologies, 2 poetry books, 5 affirmation books, numerous journals, travel journals, and sketchbooks). I have assisted 9 people in publishing 16 books. Assisted over 140 people on Upwork with their projects. I am a focused, energetic person. I beta-read/proofread and write in every genre: Fiction or Non-fiction. I DO NOT use A.I. apps to do my beta reading. I read every word. My skills are: Experienced in Beta Reader / Developmental Editing/ Copy Editing / Proofreading Self-published author. Independent author. Proven experience as a proofreader or copyeditor Excellent written communication skills Strong attention to detail. Familiarity with grammar, punctuation, and spelling rules. Ability to work remotely and meet deadlines. I am experienced in plot development, character development, dialogue, formatting, setting, and manuscript flow. I activate the “tracking changes” option on the manuscript, allowing you to track changes/suggestions I make. Allow me to work with you to complete your project to your satisfaction. I DO NOT use AI apps to do my beta reading. I read every word. Contact me; I look forward to working with you. Also familiar with the Chicago Manual of Style. (CMOS) I can beta-read your manuscript within a specified time, giving you an honest and detailed review of your manuscript. I am discreet and will never plagiarize. Experienced in beta reading, self-publishing, excellent written communication skills, strong attention to detail, familiarity with grammar, punctuation, and spelling rules, ability to work independently and meet deadlines, experienced in plots, inconsistencies, character buildup, typos, dialogue, settings, and the flow of a manuscript. I have beta-read close to seventy-three novels, short stories, and fanfiction a year. I love to read and write my own stories as well. I have assisted five people in publishing nine books in eBook and print formats.

Welcome to my page :) I'm Veronica, a graduate of the University of Arizona with over 9 years of experience in helping authors get their manuscripts, academic reports, and blog posting ready for readers. I offer: ✔ Developmental editing & editorial assessment (plot, pacing, structure) ✔ Line editing for clarity, voice, and dialogue ✔ Proofreading for grammar, consistency, and polish ✔ Beta reading with detailed reader-perspective feedback Whether you need a full editorial assessment before querying agents, a close line edit to sharpen your prose, or a final proofread before publication, I tailor my approach to where your manuscript is in its journey. My goal is always the same: to make sure your story, pacing, and characters work together so your book is as strong and engaging as possible.

I am a meticulous, experienced, native English-speaking proofreader and editor from the United States, currently spending most of my time in the Dominican Republic. I enjoy working with texts of all types, from blog posts to grant applications to books. I can not only ensure that your texts are grammatically correct and error-free, but I can also make them come alive and sound natural, which is particularly important for texts written by non-native English speakers or those generated by AI.