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I specialize in helping indie and self-published authors in fantasy, paranormal, romance, horror, and sci-fi genres. Services I offer are: Beta Reading and Proofreading. Pricing (Flexible) Beta Reading: $0.002per word Ex. 50k Words = $100 This also includes a reader report with inline comments and reactions depending on the writer. Also includes some light developmental editing if requested. Proofreading: $0.003 per word Ex. 50k words = $150 Reader report with comments + reactions. Developmental Editing: $0.005 per word Ex. 50k words= $250 Includes detailed reader report, inline comments + reactions Professional Book Review $5-$20 including purchase of book. I am very flexible depending on what’s needed. Very easy going yet professional. I also make sure to give honest feedback and respond on a timely matter. I can customize my pricing per project as well.

A great story demands excellence. You’ve probably heard it before: your window of opportunity to compel readers and agents to continue reading is a small one. Most agents will only read the first ten pages before deciding whether or not to extend an offer. Readers may only read the first few paragraphs. Making a good first impression is absolutely critical. You’re here because: • You want to hook readers and keep them immersed in your story. • You want your writing to shine—to be compelling, consistent, and clear. • You want your work to exude professionalism. (Good riddance to unpolished prose, embarrassing spelling mistakes, and continuity lapses!) The great news? I can help you achieve all the above. You should be able to celebrate a finished product you’re proud of . . . and with my help, you can accomplish this without feeling stifled or bogged down by nitty-gritty editing details and grammar rules. My name is Lynanne, and I’m a US-based fiction editor and writer who’s served numerous clients as the owner of CBP [Upwork confidentiality]. Many have happily referred me to others, and use words like timely, thorough, eye-opening, honest, and conscientious to describe me and my work. “I'm always hesitant when working with someone new, but that is just for obvious reasons. I also [had] never worked with an editor before so I didn't know what the experience was going to be like. I felt very confident after. . . . [Lynanne] seemed thorough and experienced.” -A. Ampadu Jr. “Very informative. The most obvious thing that I did not pay attention to, until you mention[ed] it, is how a first-time reader would experience something.” -R. Shabi My goal is to help YOU craft, refine, and polish your story so you can present it to the world with confidence. As a writer, I know how hard you work to shape your ideas into a story . . . and as an editor, I have the necessary skills, training, and experience to counsel and guide you as you navigate the road to creative success, whatever that looks like to you. If you’ve never worked with an editor, the idea of surrendering your story to their scrutiny may be a little intimidating. Perhaps you’re concerned your voice and style will be buried, that the story you love and labored to create will no longer be what you want it to be. I assure you I’ll do my utmost to maintain your distinctive voice and style, and will tailor my feedback in accordance with your goals. And, while I will always be honest, I will express my sentiments and position tactfully and with kindness. I offer: • Story Critiques • Query Letter and Synopsis Critiques • Manuscript, Script, and Picture Book Evaluations • Copyediting • Proofreading • Combination Services (e.g., developmental copyedit, two-stage copyedit and proofread) My Specialties: YA, fantasy, science fiction, picture books, and comics (slice of life, drama, comedy, shounen/action, shoujo, romance, isekai, mystery). ***If your work is erotic in nature, includes an excessive amount of explicit language, or features sexual assault in a graphic or positive manner (condones), I’m not the editor you’re looking for.*** Hiring a professional is not only an investment in your story, career, and reputation, but in your audience. When you invest in professional copyediting and proofreading, it demonstrates you care deeply about your story and audience, and builds a bridge of trust. You’ve spent countless hours honing your craft. You’ve deliberated at length over diction and dialogue choices and character quirks. You’ve triumphed over the challenges of penning a compelling first line. And, of course, you’ve plotted and drafted and revised over and over again. Don’t you owe it to yourself to give your work the best chance possible for a successful debut? (YES!) Get in touch today—you’ll receive a no-obligation quote after we’ve discussed your project. To your creative journey, Lynanne

A Ph.D. student in English with both a master's and bachelor's degree in the same, I am very comfortable working with the written word. I have six years of experience in advanced-level analysis and writing, as well as two years of experience in tutoring and teaching writing. In addition to my academic work, I have experience proofreading and editing with MarketizeIt, Grammarly, and Scribendi. I am proficient in Chicago and MLA style and am happy to edit citations.

You have finished the draft. Now you need an attentive, honest reader and editor who can help make sure the story lands as intended. I am a fiction and non-ficition beta reader, proofreader, and developmental editor with experience in women’s fiction, romance, fantasy, historical fiction, and emotionally complex narratives. I provide specific, practical feedback while protecting the author’s voice, emotional tone, and stylistic choices. I can help with: What I offer: -Developmental editing: structure, pacing, plot logic, character arcs -Line editing: voice, flow, and prose-level clarity -Proofreading: grammar, consistency, and a final polish before submission or publication -Custom beta reading reports: tailored feedback on the specific questions you have about your manuscript I work in Microsoft Word with track changes and comments, and I am comfortable applying Chicago-style conventions where appropriate. My feedback is direct but encouraging, detailed without being overwhelming, and always aimed at helping you produce the strongest possible version of your book.

I’m a Computer Science major with a strong interest in software engineering and cybersecurity, especially in how technology can improve and protect financial systems. I’ve gained hands-on experience through Parker Dewey micro-internships, where I worked on real projects that helped sharpen my problem-solving and communication skills. I’m excited to find a job where I can keep growing as a software engineer and contribute to meaningful work in a team setting.

Top skill - writing, editing/proofreading, typing Experience - created, designed and self-published book of poetry, edited manuscripts, reconstructed/constructed manuscripts, created and design book covers