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Hi! If you are looking for a meticulous beta reader, editor, or proofreader who can help elevate your manuscript to its full potential then you’ve come to the right freelancer! With a keen eye for detail and a passion for storytelling, I am here to provide the critical insights and fine-tuning your work needs to shine. As a self-published author, trust me when I tell you that I know exactly what you are looking for, need and expect when hiring a freelancer to help you polish your novel to perfection. What I Offer: **Beta Reading:** I'll provide thoughtful feedback on your manuscript, focusing on plot, character development, pacing, and overall readability. My goal is to help you see your work from a reader’s perspective and identify areas for improvement. **Editing:** Whether it's developmental editing to enhance the structure and flow of your narrative or line editing to refine your prose, I'll ensure your story is compelling, cohesive, and engaging. **Proofreading:** I'll meticulously review your text for grammar, punctuation, spelling, and consistency, ensuring your work is polished and professional. Why Choose Me? **Experience:** I have years of experience in the publishing industry, working with a variety of genres and formats. **Attention to Detail:** I pride myself on catching even the smallest errors and providing feedback that is both constructive and actionable. **Passion for Writing:** As a writer myself, I understand the nuances of storytelling and the importance of preserving your unique voice while improving your work. **Timely Delivery:** I respect deadlines and am committed to delivering high-quality results within the agreed time frame. Send me a message & let’s bring your manuscript to the next level. **Prices negotiable** ** Willing to do a sample trial to ensure we fit** If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to ask. Looking forward to hearing from you! Have a great day, Jess Edited to add: I have been off of Upwork the past few years (life got a bit crazy) but I’m ready to dive back into it so please don’t take my absence/lack of recent reviews as something negative. I am a very hard worker and fully committed to you. Thank you for your time!

I help CEOs, Entrepreneurs, and Legacy-builders of all kinds transform stories into value for the next generation. Memoirs, autobiographies, true stories--I've ghostwritten and published over five dozen, including several bestsellers and award recipients. I've also penned non-fiction in most of its genres, including self-help, inspirational, how-to, political, and historical. My goal is always the same: take your concepts and develop them into the most precise, compelling, and professional form possible. I take your story from "idea" to "published" guiding you every step of the way. While I can't provide an extensive list of books I've written (we ghosts tend to remain unseen), I can share first-chapter samples of some of those works upon request. Hope to hear from you soon. Recent Client Testimonials: "Shawn's writing skill is of unusually high quality. I recommend him to anyone looking for brilliance and will definitely hire him again." "Shawn is such a fantastic writer and has excellent communication skills. I enjoyed the time we spent working together and will definitely work with him in the future should I release a sequel to my memoir." "Worth every penny!!! Shawn did an amazing job and was very easy to work with. The book was published on Oct. 31 and everyone who has read it tells me they can’t put it down. Shawn took my story and crafted it into a magnificent book." "Shawn did a wonderful job and exceeded my highest expectations. I would hire him again in a second and have recommended him to everyone that mentions a desire to write a book."

I help authors, researchers, businesses, and professionals prepare clear, accurate work for publication, submission, and professional use. My services include copyediting, proofreading, manuscript editing, document formatting, beta reading, developmental feedback, and transcription. I work with fiction and nonfiction manuscripts, academic and scientific papers, business documents, essays, newsletters, and web content, with close attention to grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, clarity, consistency, tone, and flow. Every project receives careful, line-by-line attention. When editing a manuscript, I preserve the writer’s voice while strengthening the language, structure, and readability where needed. I use Microsoft Word Track Changes and comments to keep revisions clear, and I explain substantive changes when additional context will help the writer make an informed decision. Depending on the project, I can also provide a clean final copy alongside the edited version. I work with APA, MLA, Chicago, and AP style and can prepare style sheets for longer projects. These help maintain consistency in spelling, capitalization, terminology, character details, formatting, and other choices throughout a manuscript. For authors preparing books for publication, I provide print and eBook formatting, including trim size, margins, headers, page numbers, front matter, linked tables of contents, and Kindle Previewer checks. I can also assist with author biographies, book descriptions, blurbs, query letters, and other supporting material. My beta-reading and developmental work considers the manuscript as a complete reading experience. I examine structure, pacing, characterization, dialogue, continuity, emotional impact, and areas that may benefit from further development. My feedback is specific and practical, giving the writer a clear understanding of the manuscript and useful direction for revision. I also provide transcription for legal, investigative, academic, interview, and general professional material. I give close attention to accuracy, speaker identification, terminology, punctuation, and readable presentation. My academic background includes a master’s degree in Criminal Justice and a bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Criminal Justice. My education has given me extensive experience working with research, evidence, academic writing, and complex subject matter. Clients can expect careful work, clear communication, reliable deadlines, and an editorial process tailored to each project's needs. For larger manuscripts, I am happy to provide a sample edit so that we can establish the appropriate level of editing before the full project begins.

Hi, I’m Fred Aceves. I'm an author and passionate book editor and coach. As a published author with HarperCollins, my work has been honored with multiple accolades. I know firsthand how deeply personal and challenging the writing process can be. That’s why I bring the same care and dedication to my clients’ work as I do to my own. Whether you're just starting out or preparing your manuscript for submission or publication, I’m here to help you bring your vision to life. While I don't use AI in my own editing work, I stay current on AI developments and understand its ethical use, helping writers navigate tools that support research or logistics without compromising their personal voice and expression. Below, you’ll find the services I offer. Not sure which one fits your needs? Just send me a message with a bit about your project and where you are in the process. I’ll point you in the right direction—even if that means recommending someone else. DEVELOPMENTAL EDITING Also known as substantive or content editing, this is where we shape the big picture of your book. For novelists: I focus on the essential storytelling elements—plot, structure, character development, pacing, setting, conflict, tone, and theme. Early drafts often need reworking or reshuffling, and I’ll help you strengthen what’s working while identifying what can be cut or improved. For nonfiction authors: I can help you build a clear, compelling structure, fine-tune your argument, and enhance your book’s flow. I’ll also help with chapter titles, subheadings, and ways to present information (or data) more clearly and visually. LINE EDITING & COPY EDITING Many editors specialize in one or the other—I offer both. That means more cohesive, efficient editing—and better value for you. Line Editing: I’ll help you polish your prose on a sentence level, improving clarity, flow, rhythm, and tone. This is about making your writing sing. Copy Editing: I’ll also address grammar, punctuation, spelling, consistency, and accuracy. BOOK COACHING If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just unsure where to begin, book coaching might be exactly what you need. Does any of the following resonate? I want to write a book, but I don’t know how to start. I’ve started—but I can’t seem to finish. The plot or structure feels like a mess. I’m creatively stuck. I’ve got pages of notes, but no clear path forward. I wonder if I have what it takes or if anyone will even want to read it. You’re not alone—and you don’t have to do it alone. As your coach, I’ll help you: • Build a clear roadmap for your book • Set (and meet!) consistent writing goals • Get regular, personalized feedback • Brainstorm and troubleshoot ideas • Stay motivated and confident • Move from idea to finished manuscript Ready to take the next step? Get in touch, and let’s talk about how we can work together. The following is just some of my clients' feedback that you can find in my Upwork history: "Fred is a very accomplished, high-level editor with deep experience in editing nonfiction. I worked with Fred early in the conception state of writing my book and he eventually helped lead me towards a breakthrough that set me on the right path to finishing the book to great reviews." - Chris Shaver, author of Relationship Needs: Ten Shortcuts "Wonderful feedback and guidance helping me work through the content doubts I had. Always reliable, always offering valuable insights on how to progress. I highly recommend him." - Henrik Jensen, author of Masculine Meditations "Fred was outstanding to work with. An expert editor and it was great communicating with him. He totally got what I needed and delivered. Highly, highly recommend." - James A. Cosby, author of Rock Music, Authority and Western Culture "Fred has not only helped me ask the right questions about a journey I’ve never navigated before, but he’s also provided helpful resources along the way. These have made the entire process feel much more approachable and manageable. His expertise and support have been invaluable to my progress." - Dan Pardi, MS, PhD, CEO of Vivendi Health and author of the forthcoming What is Health? "Fred is thorough, patient, and committed to a level of quality that pushes you to rise to meet it. He's an editor who respects both your intention as a writer and the intelligence of your reader. Highly recommended." - Brandon Boyd, author of Undomesticated "Fred did an amazing job editing some essays for me. He took the initiative to ask some great questions that took the piece to the next level." - Larry Tadlock, memoirist and stand-up comedian