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⭐ Top Rated Freelancer on Upwork ⭐ Experienced editor, proofreader and ghost writer with over ten years as a freelancer, who works with publishing houses, digital companies, and one-to-one with creative individuals. Primary Writer for award-winning tabletop game company THE CITY OF GAMES. Leading Author with Fairfield & Relay Publishing - enjoying 25+ books as Amazon Bestsellers! Additional Developer for FINAL FRONTIER, RAVENDESK GAMES (developers of Vurt: The RPG) and DAILY MAGIC GAMES.

Creative Consulting & Brand Development: I have worked as a freelance creative for over a decade. My work spans brand architecture, commercial production (branded content, commercials, and more), and multi-platform copywriting across industries. In short, I've produced every form of content you can think of! Creative Writing: I have authored books, articles, feature films, and animated series. Voice-overs and Voice Acting: As a trained actor, I have recently started doing voice-overs and voice acting. I do work in Swedish and English (I grew up in Sweden, but went to an English school and then moved overseas and have lived overseas since). I have access to a recording studio. Key Skills Writing: - Copywriting (all brand and marketing collateral, including direct response copy) - Blogs & Articles - Fiction & Non-Fiction Books for Children, Teens, and Adults (writing, developmental editing, and line editing) - Feature Films & Commercials Creative Direction, Planning & Design: - Creative Direction for Branding and Marketing - Design (social media posts, newsletters, brochures, presentations, etc.) - Directing & Producing Plays & Commercials I have worked with tools such as: - Canva (landing pages, brochures, presentations, social posts & videos) - WordPress - Figma - Surfer SEO & Clearscope - ClickUp - Monday - Slack - Asana - Trello - Klaviyo - Keynote (incl. animation) - Google Docs, Sheets & Presentations - Pages & Word - Numbers & Excel - Hootsuite - ChatGPT & Gemini - Sudowrite - Grammarly - Celtx As for my background, I trained as an actor/director at KADA/ASAD and a producer at UCLA Extension, but I have also worked as an executive PA to the CEO of an equity company and as a sales manager for an online art gallery before I became a freelancer. Being a freelancer has allowed me to combine my love of storytelling and entertainment with my love of innovative businesses. I just wrapped a one-year contract as the head of brand and content for a trading platform, where I built the brand from scratch and did all the copy for the website, emails, and social posts, plus shot commercials and branded content. I also helped direct two designers, one of whom is now taking over the design department. Throughout my freelance career, I've focused on writing, but with a heavy dose of digital marketing and branding. My passion is helping people communicate their unique story/brand, as well as playing around with innovative marketing and branding ideas. DRC might drive sales, but brand drives loyalty. I further have experience with long-form content, having written blogs and articles, as well as non-fiction and fiction books for clients. I've also done a fair amount of developmental editing. This side of my work allows me to truly indulge in my love of good stories! Communication is what I do best—from communicating brands to communicating stories that deserve to be heard, whether because they’re funny, outrageous, or will simply put a smile on your face. I have many long-term clients and enjoy building client relationships that last and evolve over the years. I have listed myself as an agency here simply so that I am able to collaborate with other freelancers as and when needed, though unless you need other skills than mine, you work with me and me alone.

Romance and Romantasy are my niche. I give authors honest and structured beta reading feedback that goes beyond surface reactions to look at pacing, plot, character development, emotional impact and what is and isn't landing with a genre reader. My feedback goes beyond surface level impressions, I evaluate manuscripts at both reader and structural levels. I cover a wide range of analysis areas from genre expectations and fit, to specific areas like world building (for romantasy). My feedback style is thoughtful, honest, constructive and tailored to specific authors needs. I highlight what is working well and where momentum may dip or confusion arises, then provide actionable feedback for potential areas for revision with specific examples. My aim is to strengthen the manuscript and help create something that readers obsess over whilst preserving the author's voice. I work with authors who are looking for more than encouragement, they want clarity, direction and thoughtful insight into their work that doesn't flatten their voice. Authors can be at any stage from starting their self publishing journey, looking for revision on a completed draft or wanting insight from a genre reader. My services vary depending on specific author needs but overall include, beta reading and detailed manuscript evaluation feedback. I can work on Word, Google Docs and PDF documents using in-line comments and tracked changes. If you are looking for a thoughtful, genre aware feedback to strengthen your manuscript, I'd love to hear about your project!

**I am available to take on new projects. Please send over a message through chat to discuss your editing/proofreading needs** With over 6 years and 370+ projects completed, I specialize in transforming manuscripts into polished, professional, and powerful books. My breadth of expertise spans both fiction and nonfiction, giving me a unique ability to adapt my skills to your specific needs; whether that's ensuring the logical flow of a business book or strengthening the arc of a novel. My core philosophy is that great editing amplifies your voice; it doesn't replace it. I partner with authors to refine their work with meticulous attention to detail and a deep understanding of narrative craft. My clients consistently highlight three key strengths that define my work: 1. Deep, Insightful Analysis: I go beyond the surface to strengthen the very foundation of your manuscript. "She has an ability to interpret meaning and read between the lines. She understood and strengthened the project's weaknesses." "Esther turned a good book into a great book." 2. Meticulous Polish & Clarity: I ensure your writing is crisp, clear, and consistent, allowing your ideas or story to shine without distraction. "Her edits were clean, insightful, and always improved clarity and flow without losing the heart of the text." "A detailed and meticulous editor... we can't praise her work enough!" 3. A Reliable, Collaborative Partnership: Your vision and timeline are my top priorities. I am known for clear communication, professionalism, and delivering outstanding work on schedule. "One of the best resources I have ever had. She respected the timelines and delivered outstanding work." "A dream to work with, professional, efficient, and incredibly respectful of my voice as a writer." Whether you are a debut author or an established expert, my goal is to provide an editing experience that is as exceptional as the final manuscript. Let's connect to discuss how my 6 years of experience across 370+ projects can bring clarity, impact, and professionalism to your book.

Let me help you turn your dream worlds into reality. I’m Kerry, a professional ghostwriter specialising in both full-length romantic fantasy and all its subgenres across adult, new adult, and young adult audiences. I work with aspiring authors and big dreamers to bring their stories to life with emotionally rich plots and unforgettable characters, together crafting books we’re both proud of. Whether you're imagining a dark romantasy, a cozy tale of magical realism, or a high-stakes YA urban fantasy, I’m here to transform your vision into a captivating manuscript. - Published author (no AI). - BA(hons) in Creative Writing. - Previously a professional copywriter

I am a fully bilingual (German, English) German native speaker with an MA degree in English Literature and Linguistics and a BA in English and Philosophy, and a CELTA teaching certificate (teaching English as a second language). I have lived and worked in France, Argentina, Spain, and Great Britain and I completed part of my professional training at the University of Helsinki, Finland as well as at uOttawa, Ontario, Canada. Languages are my passion, and I speak German (native), English (proficiency), French and Spanish (approximately B1 - B2, respectively) as well as a bit of Finnish and Polish. I have worked as a freelancer on Upwork since 2018 and have since had the chance to work on many great projects, including teaching English and German, translating different kinds of texts for various clients and several ghoswriting projects. I completed an internship in Translation and Editing with the Kent-based travel agency Traveltura in Great Britain, and was given the chance to work with the British writer Hugh Sebag-Montefiore for whom I did research as well as translations and interpretations for his book "Somme: Into the Breach". I am very motivated and work fast and efficiently. Please feel free to contact me any time - I can provide letters of recommendation.