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You know the ideas you want to share with your audience. I can help you get your message across in a way that's engaging, approachable, and (optionally) fun. Experienced freelance writer with client list ranging from USA Today to Cracked to Fodor's Travel Guides. Author of 7 books under my own name (and a number ghostwritten for clients), humor columnist, poet, rapper, and stand-up comedian. Have won many awards for my work, including: *National Press Club award for Humor Columns *Multiple New England Press Association awards for Humor Columns *Multiple Orlando Fringe Festival awards for Lyrics in a Musical *North American Travel Journalists Association award for Travel Brochure *Software Information Industry Association award for Educational Raps Whether you need a great speech or blogpost that holds people's attention, a humorous ad script with visual suggestions, or a rap song explaining a complex topic in a fun way, I will make sure your audience is engaged and entertained so they're receptive to what you have to say.

I use my degree and background in philosophy and creative writing, respectively, to craft introspective, thoughtful pieces with emotional depth and care for the subject at hand, whether that be a particular person, event, experience, situation, or dynamic. I have experience in various forms of creative writing, including poetry, short stories, personal essays, and narrative blogs. I'd love to create a special birthday message for a loved one, your website's "About" section, or even help you punch up your resume! All work is welcome to be a collaborative effort, as I always believe the product of such efforts is much more fruitful than being from a one-sided perspective. I also have experience working on a team to evaluate submissions for a literary journal and and copyediting memoirs.

Award-winning poet with 10 years of experience, M.F.A. in Creative Writing, formerly Editorial Assistant for Aevitas Creative Management, a top literary agency, currently pursuing a Ph.D. in English and Creative Writing The only poet on Upwork who can write amazing copy for your brand, edit your manuscript, and do a deep dive into your creative process all in one afternoon! I am versatile and up for just about any writing or editing project. I'm excited to work with you—please feel free to reach out with questions! Overview -Award-winning poet with almost a decade of experience in the literary arts -M.F.A. in Creative Writing and a B.A. in English and Studio Art -Editorial Assistant to one of the top literary agencies in the publishing industry -Phenomenal editor and writer with a razor-sharp ability to cut to the heart of your project -Searingly honest with feedback yet kind, professional, and down-to-earth -Book: Nowhere Beulah, Unicorn Press 2019 - Winner of the First Book Award -Notable Publications: The Southern Review, Kenyon Review, Southern Humanities Review, The Adroit Journal, Bennington Review, Beloit Poetry Journal, and more

I’m an English professor and writing center director with over 18 years’ college teaching and tutoring experience. I’m also a published poet with a sharp eye for detail. I love helping others bring their writing to the next level. As a writing coach/editor, I help writers present the best versions of themselves on the page, from poetry to personal statements--really anything involving words. Please browse some of my perfect 5-star reviews below to get a feel for my approach to giving feedback on writing. I look forward to working with you!

Hey there! I’m an SEO Content Writer and lifelong creative storyteller who transforms ideas into content that connects and converts. With 7+ years of experience and a background in publishing poetry, prose, and children’s book projects, I bring both strategy and creativity to every piece I write. Whether you need engaging blogs, optimized website copy, or captivating storytelling, I help brands stand out and grow online. I've create tailored, SEO-friendly content for industries including: - Law & Legal Services - AI & Technology - Travel & Lifestyle - Home Improvement - Small Business & Entrepreneurship - Writing & Publishing What I Offer: - SEO blog posts, website copy & landing pages - Social media content & e-newsletters - Product descriptions & creative storytelling - Content editing, optimization & repurposing for evergreen growth - Children's stories, poetry & and other creative copy I’m skilled at boosting engagement and traffic through both new and refreshed content, with hands-on experience in WordPress, Yoast, and AISEO. Beyond writing, I bring a creative edge to projects, offering Canva graphics and newsletter design, social media management (including TikTok content), basic website updates, and Etsy shop management—providing clients with well-rounded support for their content and marketing needs. If you’re looking for a content partner who can combine SEO expertise with storytelling and creativity, I can help your brand attract, engage, and grow. I'm open to all kinds of work in the realm of writing and content creation. For more on my writing career, I write under the pen name of Shell Sherwood. You can follow me on Instagram (@shellsherwood_writes), TikTok (@shellsherwood), and my author website (shellsherwood.com.)

Hello, future clients, I like helping real people tell great, authentic stories because great writing and editing trigger positive action and reaction. I welcome jumping into the big picture to shape ideas, like cloud channeling, and I equally enjoy diving deep into the details to make each sentence shine, like egg wash on puff pastries. MY RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE? As a POET, I wrote my debut volume of poetry, set to be proudly self-published soon. For my book, I was DEVELOPMENTAL EDITOR. I chose which poems should thematically follow which, so readers follow a cohesive, progressive journey. I was LINE EDITOR and ensured each word choice, rhythm, tone and voice flowed as beautifully and effortlessly as liquid chrome. I was COPY EDITOR and corrected spelling, grammar, punctuation and sentence structure. I was PROOFREADER and made the final check for remaining, errant typos and formatting errors. Design-wise, I was BOOK DESIGNER and visualized the creative blueprint of the entire book. I was TYPESETTER and FORMATTER, and I set font, line spacing, headings, trim size, gutters and outer margins. Additionally, as a former plant-based skincare business owner, I was CONTENT WRITER for product demos and DIRECTOR and COPYWRITER for product commercials. Also, as an ARTIST, I created and sold paintings, photographs and drawings. As a NOVELIST, I began writing my debut novel, set to also be self-published upon completion. YOUR POTENTIAL WORK NEEDS? *Are you stuck on a plot twist or can’t drive your way around a plot hole? *Are you wistfully dreaming of lyrically-infused words to connect with your audience? *Are you searching for that final, missing comma or correct spelling? *Are you in want of objective writing critique or subjective sensitivity read feedback? ~If yes to any or all, I am here to be your collaborative partner. HOW WE WILL WORK TOGETHER? *WRITING PROJECTS: I write engaging novels, moving poetry, impassioned speeches, and memorable articles. *BUSINESS GROWTH: I craft engaging, informative content that speaks to your audience. *WRITING FEEDBACK: As a beta reader and book reviewer, I provide honest, constructive, and fresh reader feedback to see how your story resonates before or after it goes public. *BIG-PICTURE EDITING: As a developmental editor and line editor, I fix plot holes and word flow, while maintaining your authentic voice and tone. *THE FINAL POLISH: As a copyeditor, and proofreader, I clean up typos, format errors and grammatical thorns, so that the rosebuds of your project will grow and remain the focal point. WHY CLIENTS LIKE WORKING WITH ME? *EASE OF CREATIVE JOURNEY: You get a supportive, professional guide through the entire writing and editing process. *TAILORED FIT: I adapt to your unique voice, keeping your tone authentic. *RELIABLE DEADLINES: I value your time and always deliver high-quality work on schedule. ~Ready to turn your merry ideas into something amazing with me? Send me a work proposal. Let's engage and discuss your next project.