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Every story begins with an outcome. If you're here, something is standing between your story—or idea—and where you want it to go. Together, we'll find it and help you get there. I work with screenwriters, authors, and creative thinkers who want to take their work further. Some are aiming for publication, representation, production, or stronger competition results. Others are trying to turn complex thinking into something clear, compelling, and useful. I don't hand back notes or edits and disappear. We identify what's holding the work back, strengthen what matters, and close the gap between where it is and where you want it to be. I ask questions, challenge assumptions when needed, and look for the connections or underlying story that may not yet be fully visible. My philosophy is simple: Every change should strengthen the story, never replace the storyteller. Recent projects include line and copy editing a best-selling author's idea-driven business and leadership book; feature screenplay development for an internationally recognized public figure; and development of a historical feature based on actual events that has received strong evaluations from professional screenplay readers. My work also includes editing fiction, nonfiction, and memoir; ghostwriting feature screenplays; writing and producing short films; and editing across multiple genres. As a published nonfiction author, award-winning screenwriter, script doctor, and former reader for Linda Seger's "Making a Good Script Great," I bring both creative and editorial perspective to every project. I'm equally comfortable working inside someone else's established voice, developing an argument from complex source material, or finding the human story buried beneath the research. Writers hire me to help them achieve outcomes. They return because they trust my judgment. Before editing became my profession, it was the constant. Across a four-decade career leading complex business transformations, the work reflected in my $50K+ in earnings and 5-star client rating on Upwork, I never stopped writing, editing, mentoring writers, evaluating creative work, or participating in film production. That background taught me how to make sense of complexity, competing priorities, and very different points of view; skills I now bring to every manuscript, screenplay, and body of ideas I help develop. A mentor once told me, "A good editor will make your work better. A great editor will make you better." That's the bar. Tell me what you're working on—and where you'd like it to go.

Dear Prospective Client, As a seasoned British author currently residing in France, I bring a wealth of experience and creativity to every project. With nine published novels under my belt, spanning genres from Historical Romance to Contemporary Thrillers, I have honed my craft in storytelling and developed a versatile writing style. In addition to my own works, I have a proven track record as a ghostwriter, having successfully penned over thirty novels and novellas for clients, primarily through Upwork. As a proud member of the Association of Ghostwriters, I am committed to delivering high-quality, engaging narratives that resonate with readers. My skills extend beyond novels into the realm of screenwriting and playwriting. Two of my screenplays have been optioned, showcasing my ability to craft compelling scripts that capture the imagination. Moreover, my four stage plays have been performed before paying audiences, further solidifying my reputation as a versatile and accomplished writer. Whether you're looking for an experienced ghostwriter, a creative screenwriter, or someone to bring your stage play to life, my diverse skill set and passion for storytelling make me an ideal partner for your project.

Do you have a thousand and one ideas for a feature film or television series? Have you tried writing your screenplay only to stare at a blank page for hours? Stuck on writing scene sequences, dialogue, fast-paced action, heightened tension, suspense, intriguing characters, and an edge of your seat plot? Do you need a multiple award-winning American author and story development specialist to create professional film treatments, TV series bibles, or detailed scene outlines? A Script Doctor to punch up and polish your existing script? Or even a Story Development Consultation to analyze your project’s potential? Then you need your very own Scheherazade to transform your creative vision into cinematic gold. If so, I’m your girl. I develop clients' story concepts into industry-standard feature film screenplays, TV pilots, and episodic scripts that stand out in the marketplace. Whether your concept is still a spark in your imagination or a few notes jotted down on a page-- to an existing script, scene outline, book, or treatment--I offer writing services tailored to your project's needs that enhance and elevate script structure, pacing, narrative arcs, dialogue, character and plot development. I transitioned to screenwriting more than a decade ago during the Cannes Film Festival, when a French production company hired me to write screenplays for their English-language feature films and TV series. Their head of script development was the former President of Physical and Post Production at Universal Studios, with more than 120 films to her credit, including Schindler's List, Casino, Jurassic Park, Babe, Terminator, Back to the Future, and Apollo 13. Allowing me to hone my screenwriting skills while working alongside a legendary industry pro on a slate of film and television projects. I've written feature films and TV series for studios, production companies, Indie filmmakers, directors, actors, and boutique clients ranging from book-to-screen adaptations to true-life fictionalized dramas. YA, superhero, romance,l, sci-fi, fantasy, neo noir crime thrillers, supernatural, horror, musical, dance-themed productions, LGBTQ+, Urban, and Latino dramas. Writing and Story Development Services: • Screenwriting for feature films or television series • Screen adaptation of books, novels, true life, or other source material • TV series bibles, film treatments, scene-by-scene outlines • Dialogue, plot, and character development • Story development consults, script analysis, script formatting in Final Draft, rewrites, and editing • Multilingual: Native English; Fluent French; Conversational Italian If you want a screenwriter who listens closely. cares about your success, getting your vision right, and delivers, let's talk. Or book a project consultation to get started. Melissa R ( alias Scheherazade ) I write original content that is 100% a product of my human intellect, critical judgement and creative expression that aligns with the US Copyright Office criteria for Intellectual Property Rights registration. No AI used.

✅ TOP RATED Freelancer on Upwork, specializing in video game writing and narrative design, bringing a decade's worth of experience to forge your ideas into greatness. I've worked with a variety of clients throughout my career, from one-man garage studios to major game developers. From breathing new life into stagnant stories to creating rich, detailed and expansive universe, here's some of my recent work: ✅ Head Writer and Narrative Designer on an expansive and bold branching narrative game ✅ Assistant Writer for an action game, where I'm designing conversations oozing with personality and warmth ✅ Writer for several mobile apps, crafting visual novels that expand the limits of a regular book ✅ Writer for a "chat-stories" app, where I'm crafting stories for a new, modern audience 🌟 WHY CHOOSE ME OVER OTHER FREELANCERS? 🌟 ✅ Client Reviews: When you hire me, you're hiring someone who cares about your product. I aim to build a good working relationship with all of my clients, ensuring that you're getting the bang for your buck. I have a perfect client rating, and I aim to maintain it. ✅ Hard-working: Believe me when I say you won't walk away unsatisfied. I care about each project I receive, and I resolve to work on it like it's my own magnum opus. With me, quality is guaranteed. ✅ Responsive: I won't leave you hanging. Send me a message, and I'll answer it the moment I see it. If I have any questions or ideas for the project, I'll also let you know! ✅ Honesty: If I feel there's an area of your writing we can improve, you'll know about it. I won't let you walk away with an inferior product, and I always aim to provide clear, transparent feedback to all my clients. ✅ Grade-A Nerd: Want to cat about DnD or the latest Star Wars movie whilst I write? Just one of the many bonuses I provide. Interested in my profile? Send me an invite and let's get to talking.

I am a native French speaker with fluent English proficiency and a B.A. (Hons) in History from Trinity College Dublin. Equipped with TOEFL and TEFL certifications, as well as several translation qualifications from TWB, I’m currently advancing my expertise by working towards the CIOL Diploma in Translation. My experience includes freelance language tutoring, French/English translation and proofreading work, creative writing, audio transcription, and multilingual AI language model training. I have also won a few awards as a screenwriter and have a particular interest in creative writing, literature, and the humanities, bringing adaptability and cultural insight to my work. As a creative writer, I specialize in the Horror genre (scripts, prose, macabre poetry, etc) - if that piques your interest, please do not hesitate to reach out!

I am a BAFTA award winning screenwriter, nominated for a student Academy Award for my short films. I’ve written for Film, Video Games, TV, Concerts/DJs and Tech, and also enjoy adapting books into screenplays. My Communication agency, CloudRipples, is also specialized in Brand Identity, Viral Marketing, and startup pitching/Decks. My goal is to write content with you in order to move your audience. With me, your story can thrill, scare, bring smiles to faces (child or adult.) But above all, with my voice, your readers, listeners or viewers will truly be enamored with your characters. My experience took me from Hollywood studios, to independent productions, to collaborating with new and ambitious storytellers. I often combine written content with my proprietary photography to cover the entire palette of brand needs or audience « wants. » So your audience not only lives your content — but also returns often. ——————————————————— MFA in Writing from the American Film Institute Conservatory - Graduating class ranked world’s no.1 film school MBA in Media and cultural industries from ESCP Europe Paris - Ranked world’s no.1 at the time. ——————————————————— Accolades and selections by : Academy of arts and sciences, BAFTA, United Nations Development Program, LA short film festival, Rhodes Island Film Festival, Clermont Ferrand France, Leo Awards Canada, and many others.