Your research didn't get this far to fail at the finish line. I'll make sure it doesn't and you'll see a 2-page diagnostic before we even start.
I turn dense, technically complex drafts into polished, publication-ready work that passes peer review the first time. My clients don't just get corrections; they get a competitive edge in journal submissions, grant approvals, and doctoral defenses.
With a 100% Job Success Score and over a decade of editing for PhDs, medical researchers, and faculty at leading institutions, I don't just fix grammar, I elevate your argument, sharpen your clarity, and preserve your unique voice while ensuring every comma, citation, and footnote meets the strictest style guidelines.
What you can expect when we work together:
• Precision editing — every sentence tightened, every claim clarified, every reference verified
• Style mastery — APA, MLA, Chicago, Harvard, and journal-specific requirements (US or UK English)
• ESL-to-native fluency — if English isn't your first language, I make your writing sound effortless and authoritative
• Structural feedback — I flag gaps in logic, weak transitions, or incomplete arguments before reviewers do
• Guaranteed deadlines — 24–72 hour turnaround, depending on length, without sacrificing quality.
My specialized depth includes economics, finance, medicine and healthcare (nursing, allied health, alternative medicine), political science, marketing, IT, and business. If your field isn't listed, send me a sample — I thrive on intellectual variety.
Why my clients return project after project:
"She made my dissertation read like it was written by a native English speaker — and I passed defense with distinction."
— PhD Candidate, Oxford
"Turned my rushed draft into a grant-winning proposal in under 48 hours."
— Principal Investigator, NIH-funded lab
Ready to see what your work looks like at its best?
Send me your draft or a 1–2 page sample. I'll reply with a 15-minute diagnostic — no charge, no obligation — showing exactly where I'd strengthen your argument and clarity.
Academic Research
Academic Editing
Error Detection
Academic Writing
Creative Writing
Content Writing
Article Writing
Style Guide
Content Editing
Copy Editing
Formatting
Writing
Article
Cover Letter Writing
Academic Proofreading
Mary N.
Nairobi, Kenya
$30/hr
5.0
29 jobs
With PhD-level expertise and over 10 years of professional experience, I specialize in editing, proofreading, and formatting all types of academic manuscripts, corporate documents, and publishing materials; including 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲𝘀, 𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲𝘀, 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸𝘀, 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄𝘀, 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄𝘀, 𝗪𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗮𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁; ensuring every piece is polished, professional, and submission-ready.
I’m proficient in all major academic and professional citation styles, including 𝗔𝗣𝗔, 𝗠𝗟𝗔, 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝘃𝗮𝗿𝗱, and the 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗴𝗼 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘁𝘆𝗹𝗲 (for academic manuscripts); 𝗔𝗠𝗔 (for medical and nursing papers); 𝗔𝗣 (for journalism and media content); 𝗠𝗛𝗥𝗔 (for humanities research); and 𝗜𝗘𝗘𝗘 (for engineering and computer science papers).
Your document will receive meticulous attention to grammar, structure, tone, and consistency, with formatting precisely tailored to your institutional guidelines, publication standards, and supervisory instructions; ensuring text formatting, structural formatting, and visual formatting with precise use of headings, spacing, and visual formatting for charts, tables, and a submission-ready finish that exceeds your expectations.
Expertise I Bring to Your Project’s Success
🔸 𝗖𝗼𝗽𝘆 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 & 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 – I perfect grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, and tone for clarity, flow, and professional polish.
🔸 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 & 𝗦𝘁𝘆𝗹𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 – Expert in APA, MLA, Harvard, and the Chicago Manual of Style (for academic manuscripts); AMA (for medical and nursing papers); AP (for journalism and media content); MHRA (for humanities research); and IEEE (for engineering and computer science papers); ensuring consistency in headings, fonts, tables, and references.
🔸 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 & 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 – Skilled with Mendeley, EndNote, Zotero, BibTeX, RefWorks, and Overleaf (LaTeX) for flawless citation accuracy.
🔸 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 & 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 – I strengthen logic, refine transitions, and align tone with your target audience; academic, corporate, or creative.
🔸 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝘁-𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 & 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 – Every statistic, citation, and claim is verified for precision and credibility.
🔸 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝘀 & 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗙𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 – You’ll receive a tracked-changes file, a clean final version, and an edit summary (plus an optional editing certificate).
🔸 𝗔𝗜-𝗙𝗹𝗮𝗴𝗴𝗲𝗱 & 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 – I humanize AI-detected or duplicated text into 100% original content that retains your authentic voice.
Documents I Specialize in;
🔹 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 & 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁𝘀 – Dissertations, theses, journal articles, and literature reviews; refined for structure, coherence, and scholarly tone.
🔹 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 & 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗗𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 – White papers, business proposals, reports, and business plans; crafted for clarity, persuasion, and impact.
🔹 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 & 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀 – Course manuals, training guides, textbooks, and eLearning slides; edited for readability and learner engagement.
🔹 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸𝘀 & 𝗲𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸𝘀 – Fiction, nonfiction, self-help, and business eBooks; polished for narrative flow, style consistency, and publication readiness.
🔹 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 & 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁 – Newsletters, magazines, articles, and presentations tailored for audience engagement and professional appeal.
Why Choose Me
🔸 𝗣𝗵𝗗-𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗲 – Deep understanding of scholarly logic, structure, and argumentation.
🔸 𝟭𝟬+ 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 – Trusted by global researchers, publishers, and professionals.
🔸 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀 – LaTeX, EndNote, Zotero, Mendeley, Overleaf, and more.
🔸 𝗔𝗜-𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲 & 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺-𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 – 100% authentic content with originality reports.
🔸 𝗨𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 – Until your work meets submission-ready perfection.
🔸 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹, 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 & 𝗔𝗹𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗢𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲.
Send your academic manuscript or professional document today, I’ll turn it into a flawless, credible, and submission-ready final version. Let’s make it exceptional!
Copy Editing
Academic Editing
APA Formatting
Dissertation Writing
Business Writing
Chicago Manual of Style
Book Editing
Track Changes
Overleaf
Thesis Writing
Journalism Writing
Editing & Proofreading
Academic Proofreading
Formatting
Content Editing
Eunice G.
Nairobi, Kenya
$34/hr
4.9
355 jobs
I help law firms, in-house teams, and independent attorneys keep contracts, discovery, and research moving without sacrificing accuracy.
With over 7 years of experience and 300+ successfully completed engagements, backed by a 4.9 client rating and consistent, on-time delivery, I bring a proven ability to handle a wide range of requests and turnarounds — so there's very little I need explained twice, and you can expect dependable work no matter the size of the task.
Core services:
▪ Contract Review & Drafting — NDAs, vendor agreements, commercial leases, and corporate contracts drafted or reviewed to your specifications
▪ Litigation Support — Discovery organization, motion/pleading prep for attorney review, trial exhibit indexing
▪ Legal Research — Case law, statutes, and regulatory research, with full citations
▪ Formatting & Citation Review — Bluebook, OSCOLA, Harvard, and APA
Why clients keep coming back:
▪ Consistent, on-time delivery, whether it's a single NDA or an ongoing stream of work
▪ Strict confidentiality on all client data and case strategy
▪ Clear communication and reliable turnaround on every engagement
If you need someone reliable for contract work, research, or litigation support — big or small — let's talk about your project.
Quantitative Research
Qualitative Research
Content Writing
Legal Research
Legal Assistance
Legal Writing
Market Research
Data Analysis
Blog Writing
Economics
Editing & Proofreading
Legal Drafting
Corporate Law
Legal Agreement
Case Law
Family Law
Formatting
Contract Drafting
Malabot M.
Meru, Kenya
$10/hr
4.5
42 jobs
💼 Top 2% Freelancer on Upwork |
📖 Line Editing | Copy Editing | Developmental Editing | SEO Blog Writing | Website Copy | Ghostwriting | Brand Storytelling | Book Editing | Email Campaigns | Marketing Copy | Proofreading | Content Strategy
Welcome! I’m Malabot, a seasoned editor and creative content writer with over 12 years of professional experience helping authors, entrepreneurs, and businesses bring their ideas to life through polished, impactful, and original writing. As a Top-Rated Plus freelancer, I combine editorial precision with narrative creativity to deliver exceptional results across formats, genres, and industries.
🎯 What I Offer:
Whether you're an author preparing your manuscript for publication, a startup refining your brand voice, or a business aiming to boost engagement, I offer comprehensive services tailored to your goals:
🖋️ Editing & Proofreading:
✅ Line Editing for sentence clarity, rhythm, tone, and flow
✅ Copy Editing for grammar, punctuation, syntax, and consistency
✅ Developmental Editing for story structure, pacing, plot, and coherence
✅ Substantive & Structural Editing for nonfiction, essays, guides, and books
✅ Manuscript Editing and Beta Reading with detailed editorial feedback
✅ Proofreading for final polish and formatting alignment (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.)
✅ Resume, CV, and Cover Letter Editing for professional job seekers
✅ Application Editing for scholarships, fellowships, and proposals
✨ Creative & Content Writing:
✅ SEO Blog Posts & Articles to drive traffic and audience growth
✅ Website Copy for Home, About, and Services pages
✅ Brand Storytelling and Company Bios that connect and convert
✅ Ghostwriting for eBooks, memoirs, blogs, and executive content
✅ Product Descriptions, Ad Copy, and Landing Pages for sales optimization
✅ Social Media Content (LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram)
✅ Email Campaigns and Newsletters with high open and conversion rates
✅ Video Scripts for YouTube, Reels, Ads, and Courses
✅ Speechwriting, Press Releases, and Corporate Messaging
🧩 Genres & Content Types I Work With:
📚 Fiction & Nonfiction: Romance, Memoir, Fantasy, Thriller, Historical, Satire, Young Adult, Self-help, Business
📄 Business & Technical: White Papers, Grant Proposals, Business Plans, Case Studies
🖥️ Digital Content: SEO blogs, newsletters, social posts, web pages, eCommerce listings
🎤 Scripted Content: Podcast scripts, YouTube videos, short-form ads, speeches
📑 Professional Documents: Resumes, bios, personal statements, executive summaries
🛠️ Tools & Style Guides:
I edit in MS Word with Tracked Changes, PDF markup, or Google Docs. I follow Chicago Manual of Style, APA 7, MLA, and custom brand or editorial guidelines. Whether refining tone for fiction or perfecting structure for professional copy, I ensure your message is clear, compelling, and polished.
💡 Why Work With Me?
🏆 Top-Rated Plus Editor & Writer with 300+ successful Upwork projects
📝 Expert in both editorial services and content creation
🎯 Adaptable tone—from academic to witty, formal to conversational
🕒 Reliable delivery, unlimited revisions, and exceptional communication
🔍 Focused on originality, reader experience, and your unique voice
📌 100% plagiarism-free and crafted with intention
🌟 Free 1,000-Word Sample Edit Available!
Want to test the waters first? I offer a complimentary 1,000-word sample edit upon request—covering line editing, copy editing, and proofreading. See how I refine tone, correct inconsistencies, and enhance your voice before committing to a full project.
📬 Ready to Transform Your Writing?
Whether you're refining a manuscript, crafting a sales page, telling your brand’s story, or publishing your first novel—I’ll elevate your content to the professional standard it deserves. Let’s collaborate and create work that captivates, informs, and converts.
Essay Writing
Business Writing
Scientific Literature Review
Article Writing
Academic Content Development
Research Proposals
Academic Research
Writing
Academic Proofreading
Academic Editing
Proposal
Academic Writing
Project Proposal
Proposal Writing
Research Papers
Victor K.
Nairobi, Kenya
$10/hr
5.0
1 jobs
Creating content that drives real outcomes is what I do best. Over the past decade, I’ve worked with top brands, startups, legal professionals and academic clients in writing everything from polished legal contracts to personal statements and research papers. Whether you're aiming to boost your online presence, win a legal case, land a dream job, or get top marks, I am here to help you succeed with high-quality, human-written content.
🧠 My Strengths at a Glance: • 🎓 Harvard-educated professional with 5+ years of experience
• 💼 200+ projects with 100% client satisfaction score
• 🧾 Versatile writing across legal, academic, technical, and creative fields
• ✍️ Meticulous attention to detail – zero errors in filed legal documents
• ⏱️ Impeccable time management – never missed a deadline
• 🛡️ Turnitin-safe, plagiarism-free, and AI-undetectable work
🛠️ Core Services I Offer:
✏️ Academic Writing & Editing
Proofreading & formatting (APA, MLA, Harvard, Chicago)
Research proposal editing
Essay & thesis polishing
Literature reviews
Personal statements
Plagiarism & AI-checks (Turnitin-safe)
Humanizing AI-generated essays
(Note: I do not write academic papers from scratch. I assist in editing, formatting, and improving your draft.)
⚖️ Legal Writing & Research
Contracts (NDAs, Terms, Employment, Service Agreements)
Cease & Desist letters
Legal research (case law, memos, policy)
Website Policies (Privacy Policy, Disclaimers)
Business Agreements
Legal content editing and compliance review
(Note: I do not offer legal advice. I provide writing and research support based on your input.)
🤖 AI Content Humanizing
Rewrite AI-generated content to pass AI detectors
Enhance natural tone, flow, and originality
Rephrase for clarity and human rhythm
Ideal for blogs, academic text, legal memos, and more
💼 Other Services Include:
SEO Blogs & Articles
Website Copy
Cover Letters & CVs (including EB-1B letters)
Press Releases
Case Studies
Technical Writing & Documentation
EBooks & Whitepapers
SOPs, Reports, Proposals
Resume Writing & LinkedIn Overhauls
Business Plans & Pitch Decks
Grant Writing
Personal Statements & Admissions Essays
HR Policies & Employee Handbooks
Ghostwriting (nonfiction/technical)
Legal Briefs, Motions, Appeals, and Petitions
AWS, API, Network Docs & Knowledge Base Articles
🔧 Tools I Use:
Grammarly Premium
Turnitin & Copyscape
SEMrush (for SEO)
Hemingway Editor
Westlaw (for legal research)
AI Detector Tools (GPTZero, Writer.com, Copyleaks,Turnitin and ZeroGpt)
🙌 What Sets Me Apart?
🎯 Versatility – I work across disciplines with equal ease
📈 SEO-Driven Approach – I optimize for performance, not just grammar
🤝 Client-Focused – Every project is custom-tailored to your goals
💬 Clear Communication – You’ll never wonder what’s happening with your order
🚀 Continuous Growth – I’m always learning and improving my skillset
🧍♂️ Real Human Work – No AI Shortcuts
I don’t rely on ChatGPT, Jasper, or AI tools to write for you. Every word is crafted personally, ensuring your work is original, clear, and free from detection flags. If your goal is to stand out, pass plagiarism checks, or deliver polished legal and academic documents — you’re in the right place.
🚀 Let’s Bring Your Vision to Life
Whether you're preparing for court, publishing an article, applying for grad school, or cleaning up an AI-written draft, I’ve got the experience and tools to make it shine.
📩 Send me a message — let’s make your project a success.
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