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I’m an experienced content writer and editor specializing in rewriting, polishing, and humanising AI-generated content so it reads naturally, clearly, and authentically. I also create original, fully human-written content when clients need a fresh voice from scratch. With years of professional writing experience — including work as a traditionally published author (Simon & Schuster) — I bring a strong editorial eye, reliability, and a deep respect for deadlines. I help clients improve clarity, tone, and engagement while maintaining accuracy and brand voice. I’m comfortable working across a wide range of content types, including: - Blog posts and long-form articles - Website and landing page copy - Product descriptions - SEO-focused rewrites and updates - Content editing and refinement I’m experienced with tools such as Google Docs, Trello, Slack, Canva, HubSpot, and SurferSEO, and I work efficiently both independently and within teams. If you need clear, well-structured, human-written content — or someone who can make AI-generated text actually read well — I’d be happy to help.

I am a professional writer with vast and varied experience. I have written countless newspaper and magazine articles and written and produced many books. I have prepared and circulated press releases, done copywriting for brochures, adverts and packaging, and have written college books and study guides. Since joining Elance (now Upwork) in April 2009, I have written numerous articles, SEO web content and blog posts. I have written ebooks, and have done research, editing, proofreading and indexing jobs. I excel in providing good quality, effective web content. My interests and expertise are varied, as my resume shows. And I have a huge amount of experience that enables me to work for employers all over the world. I welcome new challenges. I have a Bachelor of Social Science degree with majors in English, Social Anthropology, Comparative African Government, and Economic History. I also studied sociology, psychology, and social work. The books I have written relate mostly to home decorating, home improvement, DIY, and home construction. I have also written several books about horses. All of these were published in hard copy and sold in reputable bookshops, and many have been available via Amazon. The college books and courses I have written range from plumbing, concrete work, and welding, to landscaping, photography, and child care. I am a keen gardener and love doing creative crafts. I enjoy cooking and take an active interest in everything health related. I walk regularly and have completed many half marathons. What can I do for you?

I am passionate about turning stories, experiences, knowledge and transformation into books that change lives. For almost a decade, I have worked with individuals who know they have a book inside them but don't necessarily know how to get it into words. It has been my privilege to capture their fascinating lives and extraordinary experiences. Others have spent years developing knowledge, wisdom or insights that they know could change someone else's life—if only they could find the right words. It is here where I step in. I am a professional ghostwriter, writer's coach and nonfiction book specialist with more than 200 completed titles across memoir, self-development, inspirational nonfiction, personal transformation, relationships, parenting and faith-based writing. I don't simply "write books." I listen for the story beneath the story. I help clients find the message they are really trying to communicate, give structure to ideas that may feel scattered, and transform spoken experiences, notes, recordings or rough manuscripts into engaging, authentic and professionally written books. My approach is highly collaborative. Your book should still reflect your voice, personality, experiences and message. I bring professional storytelling, structure and writing expertise to turn raw ingredients into a compelling manuscript. 1. MEMOIR & LIFE STORY GHOSTWRITING Having a story and knowing how to tell it are two vastly different things, but I do that well. Have you survived something difficult, built a remarkable career, overcome circumstances that once seemed impossible, experienced a profound personal transformation, or simply reached a point in life where you want to preserve your story for your children, grandchildren or future generations? You may have hundreds of memories but no idea where to begin. Perhaps you’ve already written many pages, but it just doesn’t become a manuscript, or you've never written a word and need someone who knows how to ask the right questions. Together, we uncover the defining moments, turning points, relationships, lessons, challenges and victories that shaped your journey. Then, I develop a narrative structure and transform your experiences into a book that is emotionally engaging, readable and uniquely yours. I document what happened and frame it so that readers can understand why it mattered. 2. SELF-DEVELOPMENT & TRANSFORMATIONAL NONFICTION Perhaps your book idea is to share what you’ve learned. I work with coaches, consultants, entrepreneurs, professionals, speakers and thought leaders who have knowledge or a methodology they want to turn into a book. You may have years of experience helping people, have developed a framework, philosophy, or approach that works, or be a regular spokesperson on your subject, teach workshops, or mentor others. Turning that expertise into a coherent, engaging book is an entirely different skill. I help you bridge that gap. We identify your central message, define the transformation you want your reader to experience, organise your ideas into a logical structure and develop chapters that inspire. Then we plot the path for your readers. Whether it is personal growth, relationships, leadership, emotional resilience, purpose, parenting, spirituality or another area of human development, your knowledge can become a book that establishes your authority while genuinely serving your reader. 3. CHRISTIAN & INSPIRATIONAL NONFICTION Faith is personal, so writing about it requires sensitivity. With a BA in Language and Psychology, a postgraduate diploma in Theology and extensive experience writing transformational and faith-based content, I understand the importance of combining sound writing with a respectful understanding of Christian principles. I work with authors who want to write Christian memoirs, devotionals, inspirational books, spiritual-growth books, testimonies and faith-based personal development. My approach is to invite the reader into a story, a struggle, a lesson or a moment of transformation and allow the message to emerge naturally, rather than putting a sermon into words. Whether your book is about finding God in the middle of adversity, recovering from church hurt, discovering purpose, rebuilding your life, navigating relationships, or sharing a testimony of God's faithfulness, I can help you communicate your message with authenticity, warmth and clarity. WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE ME You're trusting someone with your memories, your ideas, your experiences and sometimes the most vulnerable chapters of your life, and I take that responsibility seriously. My background allows me to work at the intersection of story and meaning, looking at the person behind the words and the reader who will eventually receive them. If that sounds like you, let's talk about your book. Your story already exists, now let’s bring your words to life.

Hi there, thank you for visiting my profile. I hope you find all the information you need below to make an educated decision: Please read this carefully. Expert-level ghostwriter with 8+ years of full-time ghostwriting experience. I have more than 200 books published on Amazon. I work for a minimum of $3.75-$4.00/100 words per project. I am negotiable depending on the niche and project—agreed rates to be paid at regular milestones. If you are looking for a cheap writer who can get your book out, but you will need to pull it after a month or so, this is not me. I have been writing professionally for 30+ years. This includes developing ALL business documentation, marketing, and training material. I've been around the block a few times with various niche specialties. I am a well-seasoned writer who does not work with AI (unless requested)! Some books are on Amazon and the Goodreads platform. Lengths vary up to 110K. I am completely flexible in meeting your specific needs. US and UK English with APA 7 in-text citations and referencing. 99% of books written are in US English. Non-fiction genres in multiple niches include, but are not limited to, the following subject matter: Self-help Personal development (business, personal, adults, and teens) Goal setting Emotional intelligence Motivational books Training for teens - motivational, soft skills, EQ, and more Habits Productivity Success Mindset Family Marriage Divorce (men and women) Surviving toxic relationships Getting out of debt Basic financial advice (NB: I do not write advanced financial books) Minimalism Entrepreneurship/Starting your own business Biographies Famous inventors and world pioneers (people who changed the world) Women Who Changed the World (2-book series) Happiness WWII - specific focus (3-book series - 2 uploaded on Amazon, waiting for book 3) Mindfulness Meditation Stress Affirmations Anxiety Religious books Psychology and CBT. Depression Grief Leadership Employment Recruitment (360 degrees) And much more... Book length between 30K and 110K words I choose to write non-fiction because it can combine fact-based and scientifically proven information. I am often referred to as a research junkie. I would rather have too much research to verify information than refer to or rely on one source. Communication is vital from the get-go. I work hands-on with each client. This needs to be two-way to meet deadlines and move your project forward. Your book needs to be a collaborative effort, so the final product is something you are proud of, and it ticks all the boxes. I work quickly without sacrificing quality and can deliver a 30K book in approximately 4 to 6 weeks. This is with constant open communication, so work is unhindered by delays that stall the work. I need you to be very much a part of the writing process. Delivery is subject to the number of changes required. Allowing you access to the document from the beginning tries to minimize this. I work strictly according to the outline provided unless permission is granted to deviate according to new information. This will be requested and done solely at your discretion. It is up to you to be sure the outline is what you want. Looking for clients with long-term work, as this is where relationships and bonds are forged. I limit the number of clients I work with to two at a time. A third may be added only where one project is close to completion, or another project is long-term. This is so you have my undivided attention. Most previous projects were written while working with a professional ghostwriting agency. Basic edits and proofreading of the book will be made. This is where it ends. I am not an editor. I would, in any event, be biased toward my work. I am not a typesetter. Your book will need typesetting. The format I use is accepted by Amazon and is one that any editor can work with. Including images will come from free stock sites. An additional fee per image will be charged, as it is time-consuming and labor-intensive to find the ideal photograph in line with the manuscript. Writing samples provided are of my OWN work and writing style. I will not lose my integrity with previous clients, even for other work, irrespective of whether an NDA is in place or not. Once the final payment is received, full ownership is transferred, and the work is secure. It will not be shared with anyone. The document is then deleted from my system as I need the space. I work in MS Office and Google Docs. The main manuscript will be in Google Docs. Full access to the Google Doc will be provided once the Introduction or the first 5K words are loaded. Thank you for taking the time to read through this profile. If you have questions, please reach out, and I will be happy to chat on a video call to answer any questions. I look forward to talking about your project and building a solid working relationship with you. Kind regards Angela