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I help chefs, home cooks, bloggers, and foodie enthusiasts turn their ideas into irresistible culinary content that engages and inspires. With 15+ years of experience, I create authentic, sensory, and strategic writing that supports personal journeys, vision, and brand presence. For cookbook projects, I go beyond writing.  I help shape structure, flow, and content readiness for design and formatting, ensuring the final product is cohesive and good to go! Alongside my passion for food, I bring strong project management and clear client communication, delivering projects smoothly, on time, and fully aligned with the brief. CORE SKILLS & EXPERTISE Food Writing (Editorial, Long-form, Digital) Food Research Recipe Development Cookbook Development Writing & Editing Content SEO Content (Blogs, Articles, On-page Optimisation) Menu Development & Culinary Descriptions Project Management & Client Communication HOW CAN I HELP YOU Cookbook & Editorial Production Leadership Sensory, Human-Centered Writing Culinary Storytelling & Food Culture Narratives Research-Driven Content Development Cross-Functional Collaboration TOOLS & WORKFLOWS Google Docs & Word Collaborative Editorial Tools Content & Menu Planning Systems AI Language Models (as specified) Project Management Applications So, wherever you are in your culinary adventure, let’s connect and create content that inspires, engages, and delights! Yours in Culinary Deliciousness Dayle

I am a freelance editor, proofreader, and writer with more than 13 years of professional experience (11 on Upwork and 2 on Elance/oDesk). As a native English speaker with a strong command of grammar, tone, and nuance, I help clients produce writing that is polished, professional, and engaging. Areas of Expertise: - Medical: With over 30 years as a qualified nurse (general, community health, and psychiatric) and midwife, I am fluent in medical terminology and familiar with healthcare ethics and documentation. - Academic: I edit PhD theses, dissertations, and journal articles in the fields of medicine, technology, business, science, and law. I ensure accuracy, clarity, and adherence to academic style guides. - Books: I provide editing and formatting services for Amazon KDP, both eBooks and print. I have edited a wide range of books, including self-help, memoirs, Christian and inspirational works, fiction, children’s books, and cookbooks. - Faith: Having done over 30 years of Bible study, I bring insight and accuracy to Christian and faith-based writing and have worked with many Christian authors and publishers. - Nutrition and Wellness: As a nurse and midwife, I have a strong background in nutrition counseling, specializing in pregnancy, diabetes, and weight management. I also worked with Weigh-Less Health and Slimming Clubs as a group leader. - AI Humanization: I specialize in refining and humanizing AI-generated content to create natural, relatable, and emotionally engaging writing. - Education and Curriculum Editing: Drawing on my 14 years of teaching experience, I have edited a wide range of educational materials and online learning content. My experience homeschooling my four children gives me a strong understanding of children’s literature and education. - Recipe Creation and Cookbook Editing I have a background in catering and recipe creation that informs my work on cookbooks and food writing. - Other Services: English transcription Website and business document editing - Strengths Excellent communication: I keep clients informed and respond promptly. Fast and accurate: I deliver high-quality work on schedule. Excellent value: Based in South Africa, I offer competitive rates due to the favorable exchange rate for clients in Europe, Australia, and the United States.

Thank you for viewing my profile. I have been absent for some time, but am happy to be back here. I do not use AI for my writing service, other than for research when required. Aside from the service I offer as a writer, I am learned in book production (from scratch) and will be happy to assist you with your book from start to finish. Don't hesitate to request samples of my writing, to determine if I am a good fit for your project. Creative-writing service ~ I specialize in fantasy/fiction, children's stories (especially rhyme), romance, spirituality and self-help. I ghostwrite stories from scratch, help with plot and character creation and development, and edit existing drafts so they're ready for publishing. I have written numerous fantasy stories for children/young adults, some of which you will see in my portfolio. I have also written content for works focused on positive thinking, self-help, relationships, spirituality, sex, narcissism, recipes, stress management, time management, goal setting and bathroom remodeling, as well as content for websites focusing on 'how to' topics, model trains, bathroom decorating, travel, single parenting and more. Aside from the book industry, I have also written RPG games from scratch, including mechanics, and I've created a number of plots and outlines for film. In the field of non-fiction I work with the 'unexplained', often combining physics, science, folklore, the paranormal, extra-terrestrial, astronomy and mysticism. I enjoy projects that challenge the norm. I am a dedicated writer and thorough in the field of research (when required). My writing style is neither formal nor too casual - it could be considered conversational. However, I can adjust according to the purpose of the written content. The service I offer ranges from simple story writing to full project management. Previous experiences before Upwork - Extensive work for HT Media, London - Online Marketing Agency - - Writing articles for web content - Product descriptions - Product reviews - eBook writing Ghostwriting eBooks include - - Children's books - Romance - Positive thinking - Self-help - Spiritual - Recipe books - Relationships Genres - - Fantasy - Self-help - Paranormal - Romance - Science - Politics - History - Current trends - Children's Holder of CO1 Dogwise Certificate - Thinking Pets/COAPE (animal training). 2012 Tertiary Education - AAA School of Advertising South Africa 1996 - Marketing - Client service - Business management I am an artistic thinker and, more often than not, provide out-the-box suggestions and ideas, to ensure that projects I work on are original and unique. I look forward to working with you!

*Part time/full time/freelancer *Plant care articles & guides *Houseplant and garden content *Indigenous and climate-appropriate plant writing *Troubleshooting plant problems (pests, watering, light, soil) *Recipe development and cookbooks *In-depth content descriptions *Timeous delivery *High attention to detail

I am an SEO-skilled copywriter, content creator, and qualified Nutritional Therapist and herbalist (BSc Nutritional Science + NTPD) with a deep passion for holistic health and nutritional science. I am passionate about using my expertise, creativity, and research skills to create content that is evidence-based, informative, and engaging.

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