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Cassondra T.

Spring Branch, Texas

$20/hr
5.0
13 jobs

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.

  • Line Editing
  • Proofreading
  • Error Detection
  • Creative Writing
  • Romance Writing
  • Copy Editing
  • Beta Reading
  • Fiction Writing
  • Microsoft Word
  • Track Changes
  • Chicago Manual of Style
  • Romance
  • Fantasy
  • Book Editing
  • Content Editing
  • Editing & Proofreading
Alicia S.

Wichita, Kansas

$40/hr
5.0
192 jobs

I believe that your voice, your message, and your unique way of being are important. My goal is to help you create a story that is "in alignment with you as a human being—and not just some cringe-worthy, tokenized [AI content] that only vaguely resembles you." (quote by Andrea Guevara) As a developmental editor, ghostwriter, and line editor, I have worked with clients from China, India, Uganda, Zanzibar, Trinidad, Morocco, El Salvador, Korea, Hawaii, and more. I help clients tell stories about adoption, immigration, mental health, infant loss, spiritual and sexual abuse, drug recovery, and much more. I write books for business and leadership clients ranging from entrepreneurs to top educational leadership, from public speaking coaches to business people worth $100 million. I provide ghostwriting, developmental editing, and line editing services. The key to creating an authentic book is "doing the hard work of... exploring your values, your worth, your vision for what you uniquely contribute to the world. There are no shortcuts. Okay, maybe there are, but the results (and consequences) are NOT the same." If you are looking for someone to dedicate the personal time and attention necessary to capture your unique message, please reach out! Alicia Snyder is a freelancer ghostwriter, editor, and developmental editor living in Wichita, Kansas. Her passion is helping clients bring their writing to life through vivid, descriptive detail and a clear narrative arc. She serves clients writing memoirs, self-help books, and business leadership books. Two of her client's books were published with Rowman and Littlefield Publishing. Her mental health memoir won the Illumination Book Award Gold Medal. Another of her client's books has been translated into another language and sold in multiple countries.

  • Creative Writing
  • Memoir
  • Business Writing
  • Narrative
  • Illustration
  • English to Spanish Translation
  • Writing
  • Spanish to English Translation
  • Ghostwriting
  • Memoir Writing
  • Biography Writing
  • Blog Writing
  • Book Writing
Jacqueline R.

Missoula, Montana

$125/hr
4.9
784 jobs

Hi, I’m Jackie — a New York-born journalist with a B.A. from Northeastern University and a background working with major news networks, including ABC and NBC. I bring a sharp editorial eye and a strategic approach to writing, editing, proofreading, transcription, and research. I’ve spent nearly a decade as a full-time freelancer supporting clients across a wide range of industries, helping them clarify their voice, strengthen their messaging, and deliver content that feels polished, professional, and purposeful. From resume and LinkedIn updates to web copy and long-form articles, I focus on work that’s thoughtful, precise, and effective. I’m known for being dependable, efficient, easy to collaborate with — and yes, I also happen to do stand-up comedy, which tends to make the process a little more human (and occasionally more fun). Open to both one-off projects and ongoing partnerships!

  • Line Editing
  • Creative Writing
  • Blog Writing
  • Article Writing
  • Proofreading
  • General Transcription
  • Copy Editing
  • Resume Writing
  • Marketing Strategy
  • Ghostwriting
  • Research & Strategy
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Developmental Editing
  • Canva
  • Social Media Kit
Ezra L.

Mankato, Minnesota

$45/hr
5.0
159 jobs

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.

  • Line Editing
  • English
  • Developmental Editing
  • Proofreading
  • Copy Editing
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Beta Reading
  • Screenplay
  • Screenwriting
  • Video Game Writing
  • Creative Writing
  • Writing Critique
  • Story Editing
Sarah S.

Weston, Florida

$25/hr
4.8
59 jobs

Most drafts are 90% there. I close the gap. The manuscript that opens cleanly on every device, the thesis formatted correctly before the deadline, the sentence that finally flows — none of that happens by accident. It happens because someone went through the work carefully and cared about the details the author was too close to see. That's what I do. I'm a writer and editor with a background in manuscript editing, academic proofreading, KDP publishing, and legal transcription. I work with authors, researchers, professionals, and small teams — anyone who has done the hard work of producing something and needs a skilled, reliable person to help them finish it right. Copyediting & Proofreading Grammar, punctuation, clarity, consistency, and flow — edited in Track Changes so every decision is visible and reversible. Longer projects include a style sheet on request. You get a marked-up file, a clean final, and notes on patterns worth knowing for next time. Academic Proofreading & Style Editing Essays, theses, dissertations, and journal submissions aligned to APA, MLA, Chicago, or AP style. Citations checked, formatting corrected, academic register preserved. Your argument stays yours. I just make sure the presentation doesn't undermine it. KDP & Print Formatting Full formatting for EPUB and print PDF: trim size, margins, bleed, gutter, front and back matter, linked TOC, headers, footers, and consistent typography throughout. Every file is tested in Kindle Previewer before delivery. What you upload is what readers see. Writing — Bios, Blurbs, Queries & Light Ghostwriting I read what you've already written before producing a single word, so everything sounds like you on your best day. Author bios, back-cover blurbs, query letters, blog posts, articles, and web copy. Light ghostwriting available for longer projects — scope clarified upfront. Beta Reading Honest, reader-focused feedback on pacing, structure, character consistency, and whether the manuscript holds attention all the way through. Organized written notes you can act on — not vague encouragement. Transcription Legal-grade transcription of interviews, depositions, and witness statements. NFPA-style narrative or verbatim with identified speakers. Accurate, confidential, and ready to use without additional cleanup. Every project includes: Track-changed file + clean final copy Agreed scope and milestones before work begins Sample edit available before you commit

  • Microsoft Office
  • Active Listening
  • Proofreading
  • Writing
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Time Management
  • Psychology
  • Office Design
Kendall Z.

Kokomo, Indiana

$20/hr
5.0
11 jobs

Hello! I am a proofreader, copyeditor, and hobby writer. Words captivate me, and I enjoy cultivating their potential to engage, inform, and inspire those who read them. I work with clients to elevate the clarity and flow of their work and catch any lingering spelling, punctuation, and grammar errors. I would love to hear about your current project and explore how we can collaborate to produce a masterpiece!

  • Proofreading
  • Copy Editing
  • Book Editing
  • Literary Fiction
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Academic Proofreading
  • Business Editing
  • Grammar
  • Chicago Manual of Style
  • Creative Writing

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