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**Open for new projects, and I'd love to hear what you're working on. Send me a message through chat, and we can have a real conversation about your manuscript, goals, and the support that would help you most.** I've been editing for over six years now, and I've had the privilege of working on more than 370 projects across fiction and nonfiction. That range has given me a flexible, adaptable approach. Whether you're writing a business book that needs sharper logic or a novel that needs a stronger emotional throughline, I know how to tailor my work to what your story or message truly needs. My philosophy is simple. **Your voice is the heart of your book.** My job is not to change that voice, but to make sure it comes through clearly and confidently, and without distraction. I see myself as your partner in the process, not someone who takes over. Here's what writers tend to appreciate most about working with me. First, I dig deep. I don't just look for typos or awkward sentences. I look for what's working, what's not, and what could be so much stronger. One author left a review after successfully completing an edit of their latest manuscript: "She has an ability to interpret meaning and read between the lines. She understood and strengthened the project's weaknesses." Another said simply, "Esther turned a good book into a great book." Second, I'm meticulous. I care about the small things because they add up to something big: a clean, polished, seamless reading experience. Writers often tell me my edits improve clarity and flow while keeping the heart of their text completely intact. One called me "a detailed and meticulous editor" and said they couldn't praise my work enough. Another mentioned my "eagle eye" and called me "a master of my craft," adding that I'm "honest yet gentle" with my critiques. Third, I'm reliable. I respect your time, deadlines, and vision. I communicate clearly and consistently. One client said I was "one of the best resources I have ever had" and that I delivered outstanding work on schedule. Another described me as "a dream to work with, professional, efficient, and incredibly respectful of my voice as a writer." And I'll admit, this one meant a lot: someone noted that I check in even after I've been paid, just to make sure nothing was left hanging. One author summed up what I hope every client experiences: "Esther improved my manuscript significantly in a very short period of time. After working with other editors who did not do well, she performed best in my tests to hire an editor who would keep the author's voice and smooth the text." They trusted me with their full nonfiction manuscript and they were happy with the result. Whether you're writing your first book or your fifth, I want you to feel supported, heard, and excited about the finished product. That's what drives me. So if any of this resonates, reach out. Tell me about your project, your timeline, and what you're hoping for. I'd genuinely love to hear from you and see if we're a good fit.

"Angela was incredible to work with! Her work was timely and accurate. She communicated clearly, kept me in the loop about her progress on the project, and was able to complete two different tasks (beta reading and copyediting) in advance of milestone deadlines." - Author's feedback on a 30K manuscript project. If you need a copy editor or proofreader: I'm your extra pair of eyes to detect typos, grammatical/syntax errors, confusing sentences or plot holes. Readers can be picky and too many errors can mean the difference between a glowing 5-star review and one that is well... less complimentary. If you need a beta reader: I provide an in-depth report focusing on characters, plot, pacing, style, flow and any particular concerns you have, to ensure your manuscript meets reader expectations and genre tropes. My Services: ☑️ Copy editing ☑️ Proofreading ☑️ Developmental editing ☑️ Beta reading Extra Info: ☑️ Romance specialist but interested in editing and proofreading most genres, including non-fiction ☑️ Native English speaker with a MA in English based in Edinburgh ☑️ 12+ years of writing, copy editing and proofreading experience ☑️ Self-published author ☑️ Timely turnaround (1 week for a 60K word copy edit / proofread) ☑️ Prefer Word.docx using track changes and highlighted comments (but Google Docs OK too) ☑️ Delivery: a tracked changes version and a clean version of your manuscript. ☑️ UK English or US English - either is fine If you need an experienced, affordable copy editor, proofreader or beta reader with a quick turnaround, contact me for a quote!

Hello! I’m Kirsty, an editor from Scotland, a beautiful country known for its whisky, friendly people, and, yes, plenty of rain. I love Pilates, dogs (who doesn’t?), reading, and exploring as much of the world as I can. I bring nearly a decade of editing experience to the table. I'm certified in proofreading by the Proofreading Academy and in copyediting (Copyediting 1) by the Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading (CIEP). I’m proficient in British English, American English, and Australian English. My two lifelong passions are literature and travel. Over the past ten years, I’ve immersed myself in both—devouring books across genres while journeying around the globe. Editing has given me the perfect way to combine these loves and discover a third: helping authors refine their work and share their stories with the world. For the past eight years, I’ve had the privilege of doing exactly that, working closely with writers to strengthen their voice and bring exceptional books to life.

I'm a meticulous, detail-orientated editor and proofreader with experience in a wide range of genres and types of writing, including fiction, non-fiction and academic. On the fiction side, I'm the in-house editor for independent publisher A Coup of Owls Press and have worked on novels including the Witches of Scotland: The Edinburgh Files series by Steven Aitchison and Psyche by Forrest Gladstone. In non-fiction, I've done editing and proofreading for companies including SlashData and PeerSpot and am currently providing developmental editing, copy editing, line editing and formatting for a book on the history of Weem Parish Church in Scotland. And in academic editing, I've worked on projects from Master's and PhD dissertations to journal articles in a variety of fields, including philosophy, comparative literature, and business studies. I also have a PhD in Publishing Studies and a first-class degree in English Literature, so I'm well-versed in the high standards required in academic writing. I'm a Top-Rated Upworker with a 100% Job Success Score and numerous five-star reviews, and I'm an intermediate-level member of the Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading, so you can trust me to deliver work of the highest professional standard.

Looking for an editor who can improve your writing without making it lose its personality? I specialize in refining clarity, flow, and consistency while preserving your voice. I bring three years of professional proofreading and editing experience, supported by a lifelong attention to detail and a habit of spotting errors others often miss. My goal is to make every piece of writing feel polished, engaging, and effortless to read. 💼 My experience includes: ✦ Proofreading and editing training through the College of Media and Publishing ✦ Press releases, marketing materials, and business copy ✦ Articles for a student-run online publication ✦ Short stories, narrative projects, and scripts ✦ Historical research and fact-checking ✦ Research across a wide range of topics and niches 🔍 My services include: ✦ Proofreading and copyediting ✦ Line editing for clarity, flow, and voice ✦ Narrative and story editing for dialogue, pacing, and character consistency ✦ Developmental feedback and editorial reports ✦ Fact-checking and research support ✦ AI-generated content refinement ✦ Style and consistency checks 🖊️ Projects include: 📖 Fiction: novels, novellas, short stories, visual novels, and game narratives 🎬 Scripts: films, podcasts, YouTube, and other types of video content 💻 Web content: articles, blogs, websites, newsletters, and educational materials 📋 Business content: marketing copy, press releases, product descriptions, and instruction manuals I enjoy refining dialogue, pacing, sentence flow, and character voice to help each story feel natural and keep readers or listeners engaged. I also specialize in humanizing AI-generated drafts, transforming them into writing that feels natural, polished, and genuinely written for a human audience. Research and fact-checking are important parts of my editing process. I enjoy investigating unfamiliar topics, comparing information from multiple sources, and ensuring details are accurate, consistent, and well supported—particularly for historical, technical, or specialized projects. As a US English native speaker living in the UK, I am experienced in adapting to an author's chosen English convention and style, ensuring consistency in spelling, tone, and usage while preserving the manuscript's intended voice. Feel free to explore my portfolios, which include organized examples of my editing work across narrative and content-focused projects. Each sample highlights my attention to detail, editing process, and ability to strengthen writing while preserving the author's voice. Great editing is a collaborative process. I work with each client's goals in mind, adapting my approach to the type of writing and level of editing required. If you're looking for an editor who can strengthen your writing while respecting your voice and vision, I would love to discuss your project!

I am a professional editor with over 6 years' experience. Thorough and passionate, I specialise in bringing out the best in your unique voice. I am an expert in shorter content of up to 10,000 words, offering proofreading, line-editing and light structural editing. My day job focuses on magazine articles, web content, and web copy across a variety of sectors. I am also experienced in line-editing books, having worked on 5 which have since been published, and this is an area I am looking to looking to expand in. Though Upwork is a more recent venture, I am an experienced freelancer with a flexible schedule.