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In 2012, I graduated from Calvin College with a bachelor's degree in English. I then moved to Croatia to teach English at a small university. After teaching for one year, I began my career as a freelance editor, proofreader, and writer. I also have some experience with SEO and transcription. My goal is to achieve excellence as an editor and perfect my skills to help others improve their writing and web content. I do my best to give projects my full and patient attention in the interest of producing high-quality work.

I am a native U.S. speaker and a Maryland-certified ESOL teacher who has worked for years in Law and HR. I have edited dozens of books, articles of all types, marketing materials, blogs, and websites, along with over 1500 college essays and 200 SOPs. I also help with mock interviews, cover letters, LORs, and more. I excel at making writing more conversational and at cutting down the length to fit the requirements. I can edit in UK or US English. I specialize in helping ESL writers with academic writing, assuring that it flows and that all awkwardness is erased. Laurie

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!

Are your commas running away with your script? Have you read the same words so many times that you're no longer sure if they're actual words anymore? Then keep reading for what may be the solution to your problem. If this sounds like you… - Your personal bias is clouding your judgement on the killing of your darlings - You don’t have time to do the edits yourself - You’re looking for a professional, reliable, and confidential set of fresh eyes to review your work - Your friends and family are great Beta readers, but you need to hear something more than, “I loved it”. Then I am here to help. As both a writer and editor I understand the struggles creatives are faced with when the creating is done and the redundant work begins. When you hire me, your goals become my goals. What You Get from Me - Confidentiality - Client-first Policy - Attention to Detail - Integrity - 100% Original Content - Creative and Quality Work Primary Areas of Expertise - Developmental Editing - Copy and Line Editing - Proofreading - Beta Reading - Critique - Creative Rewriting - Short Stories, Novellas, Novels, Epics, and Series - Book Summaries/Reviews -Query Letters/Pitches - Fiction (All Genres) About Me I am a writer with exceptional creativity and a natural talent for storytelling. I come from many places, and none at all. When I am not spending my days roaming the European countryside, ancient cities, and an unnamed planet, I delve into the world of editing with relish, eager to explore new worlds and brave the dangers of the dangling participle. I am a member of the International English Honor Society with a BA in Creative Writing and English. I believe in creative originality, constructive criticism, and the number 42. THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE HIRING - I do not accept payments outside of Upwork - I will not consider communication outside of Upwork's platform unless previously agreed upon with existing client AND does not consist of billable hours. - Please take note of the time zones and understand that communication may be delayed if sent outside of normal hours. - I do not perform marketing assessments for manuscripts. - I do not contact agents on behalf of the author. If you've made it this far and are still looking for more information, check out my specific projects or send me a message to discuss your tailored needs. I look forward to joining you on your journey!

I'm a marketing and finance senior in college with a lot of experience to improve my communication skills and my knowledge of marketing strategy. Whether you're trying to improve your brand, market to a segment of customers, or improve social media platforms, I can help. * Knows MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, Tableau * Regular communication is important to me.

Ghostwriter & Beta Reader - Did you know that buyers can return your work if they detect AI? Do you know that Claude will tell you your AI generated manuscript is okay when it's not? I am a very experienced beta reader/line editor of over 15 years, most recently of FPA grads who use AI generated manuscripts. I am also a seasoned ghostwriter of over 200 original works of all genres for long-term clients. Some best sellers. I can point out the story's strengths and weaknesses to put you on the path for the best version of your work. I can write a 50k word story in 3-4 weeks. If your work is AI generated, I am proficient at weeding out AI shortfalls. I have a database of AI manuscripts where I can cross-reference the elements that have been re-used by AI. My turnaround time is quick and I continue to communicate as needed even after my work for you is complete.