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Lelanie W.

Cape Town, South Africa

$20/hr
5.0
179 jobs

I bring 8 years of experience as a travel agent, 4 years in marketing and graphic design, and 8 years as a professional writer across ghostwriting, articles, fiction, and nonfiction. This unique combination gives me strong real-world insight, creative versatility, and the ability to adapt tone and content for different audiences with ease. I specialise in clear, engaging, and well-structured writing with a strong focus on accuracy, readability, and consistency—whether I’m creating new content, editing, or refining existing work. Alongside nonfiction and content writing, I also have a strong background in fiction, particularly contemporary women’s fiction, contemporary romance, Christian romance, billionaire romance, forbidden romance, and Amish romance. I enjoy both building stories from scratch and working from existing plots and character outlines. I’m known for delivering high-quality work on time, with a strong emphasis on reliability, detail, and fast turnaround without compromising quality.

  • Fiction Writing
  • Ghostwriting
  • Romance
  • Synopsis Writing
Tsepo M.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$20/hr
4.9
20 jobs

Writing is more than just crafting grammatically correct content, it's about weaving worlds that captivate and challenge. As a seasoned writer specializing in Speculative Fiction, I bring worlds to life, creating environments that not only serve as backdrops but also propel character growth and narrative depth. My expertise spans multiple sub-genres within Speculative Fiction, ensuring each project is both compelling and immersive. I craft immersive stories that feel lived-in, whether it’s mythic fiction, speculative reports, or stylized scripts. My writing carries a cinematic pulse, designed to be read, performed, or adapted visually. I take pride in crafting stories with precision from compelling structure and rich character development to clean, flawless grammar. I’m adaptable, growth-driven, and committed to delivering writing that not only meets expectations but elevates the vision behind every project.

  • Fiction Writing
  • Creative Writing
  • Novel
  • Mystery
  • Romance
  • Thriller
  • Science Fiction
  • Young Adult
  • Fantasy
  • Editorial Writing
  • Writing
  • Ghostwriting
  • Scriptwriting
  • Film
Ryan B.

Centurion, South Africa

$40/hr
4.9
138 jobs

Looking for a writer who understands voice, emotion and what moves people to act? Then you're in the right place. I’m a seasoned fiction ghostwriter with a decade of experience crafting emotionally resonant, high-quality stories and I bring that same storytelling skill to content writing. Whether I’m building tension in a plot or trust in a brand, my goal is always the same: make readers feel something and take action. What I Offer: - Fiction Ghostwriting that’s emotionally immersive and voice-consistent - Landing Pages that convert browsers into buyers - Email Marketing sequences that build loyalty and drive clicks - Product Descriptions that blend features with feeling - Social Media Captions & Copy Whether you're a founder who needs your voice captured, or a publisher looking for a ghost with range, I’ll step in seamlessly and deliver. Let’s connect and discuss what you need. I respond quickly, communicate clearly, and always meet deadlines.

  • Fiction Writing
  • Creative Writing
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Short Story Writing
  • Copywriting
  • Mystery
  • Short Story
  • Thriller
  • Book Writing
  • Drama
  • Young Adult
  • Ebook
  • Science Fiction
  • Romance
  • Ghostwriting
Samantha B.

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

$30/hr
4.5
21 jobs

GHOSTWRITER: Have successfully written 35+ Fiction Books, mostly 23 000 words and a full length book of 85 000 words. Currently write historical romances, set in 1800s. Add a dash of humor and suspense. Keen to write Contemporary Fiction. I write quickly, with a flair for strong characters and dialogue. Looking forward to hearing from you!

  • Fiction Writing
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Fiction
  • Ebook Writing
  • Article
  • Copywriting
  • Blog Writing
  • Ghostwriting
Jana Louise S.

Jeffreys Bay, South Africa

$20/hr
5.0
38 jobs

I’m an experienced content writer and editor specializing in rewriting, polishing, and humanising AI-generated content so it reads naturally, clearly, and authentically. I also create original, fully human-written content when clients need a fresh voice from scratch. With years of professional writing experience — including work as a traditionally published author (Simon & Schuster) — I bring a strong editorial eye, reliability, and a deep respect for deadlines. I help clients improve clarity, tone, and engagement while maintaining accuracy and brand voice. I’m comfortable working across a wide range of content types, including: - Blog posts and long-form articles - Website and landing page copy - Product descriptions - SEO-focused rewrites and updates - Content editing and refinement I’m experienced with tools such as Google Docs, Trello, Slack, Canva, HubSpot, and SurferSEO, and I work efficiently both independently and within teams. If you need clear, well-structured, human-written content — or someone who can make AI-generated text actually read well — I’d be happy to help.

  • Administrative Support
  • Article Writing
  • Blog Writing
  • Ghostwriting
  • Copywriting
Liesl C.

Wellington, South Africa

$55/hr
5.0
86 jobs

I am passionate about turning stories, experiences, knowledge and transformation into books that change lives. For almost a decade, I have worked with individuals who know they have a book inside them but don't necessarily know how to get it into words. It has been my privilege to capture their fascinating lives and extraordinary experiences. Others have spent years developing knowledge, wisdom or insights that they know could change someone else's life—if only they could find the right words. It is here where I step in. I am a professional ghostwriter, writer's coach and nonfiction book specialist with more than 200 completed titles across memoir, self-development, inspirational nonfiction, personal transformation, relationships, parenting and faith-based writing. I don't simply "write books." I listen for the story beneath the story. I help clients find the message they are really trying to communicate, give structure to ideas that may feel scattered, and transform spoken experiences, notes, recordings or rough manuscripts into engaging, authentic and professionally written books. My approach is highly collaborative. Your book should still reflect your voice, personality, experiences and message. I bring professional storytelling, structure and writing expertise to turn raw ingredients into a compelling manuscript. 1. MEMOIR & LIFE STORY GHOSTWRITING Having a story and knowing how to tell it are two vastly different things, but I do that well. Have you survived something difficult, built a remarkable career, overcome circumstances that once seemed impossible, experienced a profound personal transformation, or simply reached a point in life where you want to preserve your story for your children, grandchildren or future generations? You may have hundreds of memories but no idea where to begin. Perhaps you’ve already written many pages, but it just doesn’t become a manuscript, or you've never written a word and need someone who knows how to ask the right questions. Together, we uncover the defining moments, turning points, relationships, lessons, challenges and victories that shaped your journey. Then, I develop a narrative structure and transform your experiences into a book that is emotionally engaging, readable and uniquely yours. I document what happened and frame it so that readers can understand why it mattered. 2. SELF-DEVELOPMENT & TRANSFORMATIONAL NONFICTION Perhaps your book idea is to share what you’ve learned. I work with coaches, consultants, entrepreneurs, professionals, speakers and thought leaders who have knowledge or a methodology they want to turn into a book. You may have years of experience helping people, have developed a framework, philosophy, or approach that works, or be a regular spokesperson on your subject, teach workshops, or mentor others. Turning that expertise into a coherent, engaging book is an entirely different skill. I help you bridge that gap. We identify your central message, define the transformation you want your reader to experience, organise your ideas into a logical structure and develop chapters that inspire. Then we plot the path for your readers. Whether it is personal growth, relationships, leadership, emotional resilience, purpose, parenting, spirituality or another area of human development, your knowledge can become a book that establishes your authority while genuinely serving your reader. 3. CHRISTIAN & INSPIRATIONAL NONFICTION Faith is personal, so writing about it requires sensitivity. With a BA in Language and Psychology, a postgraduate diploma in Theology and extensive experience writing transformational and faith-based content, I understand the importance of combining sound writing with a respectful understanding of Christian principles. I work with authors who want to write Christian memoirs, devotionals, inspirational books, spiritual-growth books, testimonies and faith-based personal development. My approach is to invite the reader into a story, a struggle, a lesson or a moment of transformation and allow the message to emerge naturally, rather than putting a sermon into words. Whether your book is about finding God in the middle of adversity, recovering from church hurt, discovering purpose, rebuilding your life, navigating relationships, or sharing a testimony of God's faithfulness, I can help you communicate your message with authenticity, warmth and clarity. WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE ME You're trusting someone with your memories, your ideas, your experiences and sometimes the most vulnerable chapters of your life, and I take that responsibility seriously. My background allows me to work at the intersection of story and meaning, looking at the person behind the words and the reader who will eventually receive them. If that sounds like you, let's talk about your book. Your story already exists, now let’s bring your words to life.

  • Fiction Writing
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Writing
  • Ghostwriting
  • English
  • Book Writing
  • Nonfiction Writing
  • Outline
  • Publishing
  • Book Cover Design

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