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Hi, I’m Cassondra — a detail-oriented fiction proofreader and line editor specializing in romance, fantasy, cozy mystery, and character-driven fiction. I help authors polish their manuscripts while preserving their unique voice and tone. My focus is on improving clarity, readability, consistency, pacing, and sentence flow so stories feel immersive, polished, and engaging for readers. Services I provide: Proofreading Line editing Beta reading Grammar and punctuation correction Dialogue flow and readability improvements Repetitive phrasing reduction Consistency and continuity checks Track Changes editing in Microsoft Word Google Docs editing and comments Genres I’m most experienced with: Romance Fantasy Cozy Mystery Paranormal Romance Contemporary Fiction Light Sci-Fi Open-door romance Spice-heavy books Dark romance Mafia romance Paranormal romance Monster romance Reverse harem Hockey romance I value clear communication, thoughtful feedback, attention to detail, and reliable turnaround times. My goal is always to strengthen the reader experience while respecting the author’s style and creative vision. If you’re looking for careful, reader-focused editing support, I’d love to help with your project.

Hi there! I am an American Native English copy editor and proofreader whose work has been used in/by some of the world's: - ✅ Leading book publishers and news publications (Abrams Books, Forbes) - ✅ High ranking academic journals and institutions (ASCE Library, The US Chamber of Commerce, AAAS) - ✅ Top businesses, brands, and websites (PetSmart, Netflix Originals, PILOT Inc.) ...and I’m very excited to help bring your own writing to life today! I provide you with masterful copy editing, error-free proofreading, and professional formatting - all on a fast turnaround time. With me, you can be sure you're getting the highest quality English editing on the market. My editing process is done entirely by hand, combing through each word and every comma to expertly copy edit and transform your writing into the most professional, powerful, and engaging document possible. What separates great editing from good editing isn't just catching errors, but knowing when to hold back. My job isn't to rewrite your work in my voice; it's to find the strongest version of yours and bring it to the surface. After 500+ projects, I've developed an instinct for exactly where a piece loses momentum, where a sentence is working harder than it needs to, and where a single word change makes a paragraph land the way it was always meant to. Some words from a few of my happy clients: ⭐ - "Lindsey was EXCELLENT! I would highly recommend for any of your editing needs. Flexible, intelligent, highly skilled and all around a great person to work with!" ⭐ - "Lindsey did great work, my book went #1 in 12 Amazon Bestselling categories! and his finishing touches were a great investment!" ⭐ - "Lindsey is the quintessential editor. I could not recommend him more. Such a great guy to work with, very detailed, and eager to overdeliver. And overdeliver is what he did. You will not be disappointed by the level of skill and expertise he offers. One of the best people I've worked with here on Upwork." ⭐ - "Lindsey is legit. He said he could tackle my problem editing with his xp and he most certainly did. Laid out his initial opinion and about the time it should take him then went to work. Not only was it effective, it was extremely prompt. If I ever need an editor again he will have first dibs. No question." ⭐ - "Always great working with Lindsey. Turnaround time is super quick and the work is high class." ⭐ - "I cannot say enough about Lindsey's ability to elevate my writing. If you want to communicate clearly and concisely, Lindsey is the writer and editor you need. Thank you again, Lindsey! :)" ⭐ - "As always, brilliant work. I can trust Lindsey with any writing project and know it will come back sounding and looking AMAZING!" Some examples of services I can provide, broken down by category: ACADEMIC: Editing and proofreading, including paper, dissertation, thesis, essay, and research report revisions. APA 6 and 7, MLA, Harvard, and Chicago Manual of Style formatting are all specialties that I can easily handle! ADMISSIONS: School and university admissions essay coaching, MBA, job application, resume, and CV editing; personal statements and statements of purpose AI CONTENT: Editing and bringing a human touch to enhance AI-generated drafts and make them publishing-ready ARTICLES AND BLOGS: Working with you to find your unique author’s voice and help fine-tune your content to be clear and compelling. I'm deeply familiar with AP Style and Chicago (CMOS) best practices, but I can also quickly interface with custom or in-house style conventions! BOOKS: Fiction and non-fiction book editing and proofreading; short story, epic novel, or autobiography BUSINESS: Correspondence (including B2B), marketing material, and product text, as well as corporate websites, internal documents, email campaigns, content and news articles, sales, and newsletters DEVELOPMENTAL: Assessing content at a high level to help develop ideas, structure, and narrative resonance GRANT WRITING: Polishing grant documents to be persuasive, professional, and clear SCIENTIFIC and MEDICAL: Science and medical proofreading, copy editing, and fact-checking TECHNICAL: Technical editing of internal documentation, manuals, whitepapers, and reports WEBSITES: Website content editing and proofreading across all types of genres and design styles - AND MORE (Don't see your project type listed? Reach out - chances are I can help!) I’m also available on retainer for ongoing or high-priority editing needs. Ready to get started? Send me a message with a brief description of your project (document type, word count, and any deadlines I should know about) and I'll get back to you within 24 hours. I'd love to take a look!

Top Rated | 7+ Years Experience | 70+ Five-Star Reviews | $20K+ Earned I edit manuscripts that help authors finally get the responses they’ve been waiting for. One of my recent clients went from hearing nothing after months of querying to receiving 2 full manuscript requests within 5 weeks after I helped strengthen the story structure and fix the pacing issues holding the book back. Send me your first 3 chapters, and I’ll identify the biggest issue weakening your manuscript for free, no strings attached. Most manuscripts don't fail because the writing is bad. They fail because the author is too close to see what's breaking it: pacing that stalls in the middle, voice inconsistencies that lose readers early, structural gaps that make agents pass without explanation. That is exactly what I diagnose and fix. With 7+ years of editing experience across fiction, nonfiction, memoir, self-help, and children's books, I have helped authors go from rejected drafts to 5-star published books and successful agent queries. Services: -Developmental Editing: story structure, pacing, character arcs, narrative cohesion -Line Editing: sentence rhythm, voice, clarity, emotional resonance -Proofreading: grammar, punctuation, spelling, final polish before publishing -Beta Reading: honest reader feedback before you query or go live I also do the following: - Ghostwriting: I can also ghostwrite your book for you if you have an outline or idea you want me to develop. - Book formatting: I can format your book into an ePub version with reflowable table of contents, paperback and hardback versions. - Book cover design: I can design attractive book covers and wraparound book coveres for your book that would help your book make sales once it is published. I work to Chicago Manual of Style or APA standards and tailor every edit to your genre, tone, and voice. You get a full editorial letter, tracked changes, and clear reasoning behind every recommendation. I only take on 6 new manuscript projects per month to protect quality. 70+ authors have already trusted me with their manuscripts and walked away with agent requests, 5-star reviews, and published books. If you are reading this, I likely still have a spot. Message me right now with your first 3 chapters and I will tell you exactly what is holding your manuscript back, at no cost, before you spend a single dollar.

Hello! I’m Tiffany — an engineer by day and book editor by night. As an Engineer with an MBA, and more than 20 years of engineering and manufacturing experience, I bring a different kind of eye to editing. Engineering trained me to find inconsistencies, identify gaps, question what doesn't add up and pay attention to the details others may overlook. My MBA strengthened my ability to step back and look at the bigger picture. I bring both perspectives to every project I work on — along with a lifelong love of books and writing. 📚 EDITING SERVICES I specialize in fiction editing, particularly romance, dark romance, romantic suspense, fantasy/romantasy, sports romance and other character-driven stories. I also work extensively with nonfiction, self-help, business, academic and technical content. My services include: Copy Editing — with Track Changes Line & Editorial Editing — with Track Changes Proofreading AI Humanization Editing Beta Reading with honest, detailed reader reports Manuscript Evaluations & Feedback Business, Technical & Academic Editing I work primarily in Microsoft Word using Track Changes and Comments, so you always remain in control of your work. My goal isn't to rewrite your work into my voice. It's to help make your voice stronger. ✍️ EXPERIENCE A DIFFERENT EDITORIAL EYE I currently work with multiple authors, including repeat clients who have returned to me for additional books and series. My editing experience includes contemporary romance, dark romance, sports romance, romantic suspense, fantasy, sci-fi, self-help and nonfiction. My professional background also allows me to comfortably move beyond fiction. With more than 20 years in engineering and manufacturing, I have extensive experience working with technical information, processes, documentation and professional communication. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, an MBA with a Lean Six Sigma focus and a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt. My academic experience also includes editing graduate-level research and Master's thesis work. Engineering taught me to find the problems. My MBA taught me to look at the bigger picture. Editing lets me bring both together. ❤️ WHEN I'M EDITING YOUR BOOK Grammar and punctuation are only part of the process. Depending on the level of editing you need, I'm also paying attention to pacing, dialogue, emotional tension, character development, continuity, timelines, repetition, plot inconsistencies, clarity and narrative flow. As both an editor and an avid romance reader, I understand reader expectations surrounding chemistry, emotional payoff, tropes, tension, character development and pacing. Your manuscript isn't simply another document that needs corrections. I approach editing as a partnership aimed at creating the strongest version of your story while protecting your individual voice. And one important note: Every edit is completed by me. I do not use AI to edit your manuscript. Your work receives 100% human attention. 📱 BOOKTOK & AUTHOR SUPPORT My work with authors doesn't necessarily end when the manuscript is finished. I'm also an active BookTok creator with a growing community of 4,000+ followers. For authors looking for additional support, I offer: BookTok Promotional Content Currently Reading Posts New Release & Release Day Content Honest Book Reviews Book Graphics & Promotional Posts Amazon & Goodreads Reviews Books must be provided for review, and turnaround times can be discussed based on your release schedule. Being active in the reader community also gives me another perspective as an editor. I see what gets readers excited, what they're talking about and what makes them want to pick up their next book. 📖 LET'S WORK TOGETHER Whether you're an author looking for an editor, a business that needs polished professional content, or someone with technical material that needs an editor who actually understands technical work, I'd love to hear about your project. Send me a message and tell me what you're working on. Let's make it something you're proud to put your name on.

As a published author and top rated plus freelancer, I have over ten years of experience in editing, from basic proofreading and copy editing to deep line edits and developmental commentary. I have written ten novels across a wide range of genres, multiple screenplays, and am currently the lead writer for a dark fantasy comic. Readers consistently praise my writing for the nuanced, realistic characters, quick dialogue, and exciting action, all of which I bring to my line editing projects. Line editing is my passion, although I am available for creative writing when it comes to screenplays and video games.

Hi! My name is Kaylee "Kael" Pryble and I'm a passionate editor dedicated to helping aspiring authors and writers of all varieties polish up their amazing manuscripts and documents. I have a keen eye for detail and an avid passion for reading. I excel best in manuscripts and shorter pieces of prose, however, I also have experience with technical projects and poetry. I specialize in the areas of proofreading, and line editing, however, I also have experience in technical writing and developmental editing. I have a Bachelor's Degree in English Professional Writing and Publishing from the University of Wisconsin–Whitewater. Additionally, I have a hefty amount of experience working with books and clients of all varieties, most of whom are long-term clients. I believe that there's potential and value in every single manuscript that comes my way, and I'd love to help play my part in getting amazing stories and unique voices out in the world. I would absolutely love the experience of getting to work on your next project! Thank you, and have a wonderful day!