I'm an author with an 8-book Christian middle-grade series, The Brave Girls of the Bible Club (ages 8–12), and I'm looking for an editor for the whole series. The series at a glance: Five modern girls discover a magical trunk in their church basement that transports them into the stories of courageous women of the Bible. Each book teaches one real-world skill (courage, leadership, emotional honesty, resilience, identity, gifts, empathy) and ends with a parent–daughter discussion guide. The eight books feature Esther, Deborah, Hannah, Ruth, Mary Magdalene, Priscilla, Miriam, and an ensemble finale. Scope: 8 books, ~4,000–6,000 words each — roughly 38,000 words total Already fully drafted, formatted, and consistent in style (Word/.docx files) Each book: 7–8 chapters plus back matter (discussion guide, journal pages) These manuscripts are already written and in a fixed brand voice. I'm looking for editing and continuity checking, not rewriting. Specifically: Line/copy edit — grammar, clarity, flow, age-appropriate language for 8–12. Series continuity — consistency across all 8 books (character details, the trunk's "rules," recurring phrasing, the deepening faith arc). Scripture accuracy — confirming the biblical retellings and references are handled faithfully. I don't want the text rewritten or "elevated" into a different style, just polished and made consistent. Before I commit to all eight, would you be open to a paid sample edit of one chapter (~1,500 words)? That lets me see your editing style and confirm we're a good fit. If it goes well, I'd then want a bulk quote for the full series (~38,000 words) and your estimated turnaround. A few quick questions: Are you comfortable with middle-grade fiction (not just devotionals/picture books)? Do you work in Word with tracked changes so I can review every edit? What's your rate for the one-chapter sample, and roughly for the full series? The ideal candidate will have experience in Christian content and middle-grade books, ensuring the series is engaging and suitable for the target audience. This is a long-term project requiring a commitment to editing all 8 books.

In-house Book Reader This is a novel opportunity (pun intended) for bibliomaniacs. We're publishing multiple books per year and are looking for readers of fantasy, romantasy, and supernatural fiction. We're in need of private, in-house examinations on our novels in terms of plotting, character analysis, use of themes and symbolism, the writing style, etc. Additionally we're interested in hearing about the book's strengths, areas for improvement, like plot inconsistencies or factual errors. A reviewer's goal is to provide a balanced and detailed review that will be printed and mailed to us here. A good reviewer will be knowledgeable on the genre, able to compare it with other works on market, and what readers expect from books when they buy them. We're eager to know what the most diligent readers think of our books to guide marketing and campaigns. This is all about you strutting your stuff to get your foot on the book hoard.

I'm a business advisor who writes OpEds for business publications (most recently the Pacific Coast Business Times). My audience is professionals and owners of licensed professional practices, as well as their advisors. I write my own drafts using AI. I need a sharp editor to make them publication-ready without changing my voice. I am looking for a trusted partner that I can turn to when my PR agent finds a writting opportunity for me. First project: a ~800-word OpEd draft, edited and possibly restructured if needed. Must stay close to the current length, and the stats need accurate attribution.

We are looking for a detail-oriented freelancer to assist us in cleaning up and formatting a language plan. The plan needs to be organized and presented in a professional manner. The ideal candidate should have experience in formatting documents and an eye for detail. This is a relatively straightforward task that requires attention to detail and proficiency in formatting tools such as Microsoft Word or Google Docs. Relevant skills: - Document formatting - Attention to detail - Proficiency in Microsoft Word or Google Docs Size: Small Duration: Under 1 month Expertise: Intermediate

I’m looking for a skilled editor to help refine my Young adult Sci-Fi/Fantasy Novel. The story follows a young protagonist navigating hidden powers, multiple realms, and a larger destiny. The manuscript is currently in second draft, and I’m looking for assistance in copy editing, line editing, and possible developmental editing. What I need: Pacing Continuity and story clarity Narration & description 100% Human Editing No AI What to include in your proposal: Your rate (preferably fixed rate) Estimated turnaround time for 100k words

Read an inspirational book on your human superpower in the AI age and provide sincere feedback. Total task is about 90 minutes. What you will do: Watch a 9-minute video introduction to the book on YouTube. At the end of the video, you'll see a link to the book on Kindle. The book costs $0.99 (this is part of your proposal cost). Read the book (about 15,000 words — roughly an hour for most readers). Take a 9-question quiz on the content so I know you read it. Send me brief, sincere feedback in Upwork messenger. I am not looking for editorial feedback. I want honest human reactions. Requirements: An existing Kindle account (no new accounts). Honest, sincere feedback. Interest in the topic (see below) vs. doing it just to get a review. Short Book Description: They told you to grow up. They didn’t tell you the upgrade would erase the original code. While you piled on layers of adult ego to survive, succeed, and protect yourself, you buried the most powerful force you ever possessed. What started as bubble wrap became a body cast. In the AI age, the real threat isn't a machine taking your job—it's you spending your one wild life performing competence, managing appearances, and suffocating the kid you buried under all of it. AI is forcing us to stop performing intelligence and start reclaiming the one thing no algorithm can replicate: the raw, unfiltered aliveness you were born with. This is not a "get in touch with your inner child" book. This is strategy. The most powerful move available to any human right now isn’t forward—it’s a U-turn back to your original operating system. This book is your playbook for that remembering. Through high-stakes business stories and hard-won personal truths, a National Association of Women Business Owners Hall of Fame Inductee and a U.S. National Exporter of the Year show you how to drop the armor, recover your instinct, and unlock the only advantage machines can't copy: the unfiltered, curious spark that lived inside you before adulthood ever built a fence. Deliberately short on purpose. Adult egos love to complicate life to look impressive. This book cuts past the noise and gets straight to the point: the more you try to manage life like a machine, the more you lose your edge. This isn't content; it's a crowbar. Use it to crack open the armor, drop the costume, and step into the most powerful version of you possible. The child licensed to drive the adult body.

have a non-fiction manuscript titled Exposed, approximately 80 pages, written in American English but originally translated from Spanish. My goal is for the final version to read as though it were natively written in fluent, natural American English for a general readership, with no hint of it being a translation. Here’s what I expect from you: • Transform overly literal or mechanical passages into smooth, idiomatic American English while keeping my authorial voice and Dominican cultural nuances intact. • Ensure each chapter flows naturally and reads clearly, refining sentence structure for both readability and coherence. • Make the text engaging while polishing grammar and eliminating inconsistencies or redundant phrasing. Deliverables: 1. A clean final version that reads effortlessly to an American audience. 2. A tracked-changes file to show edits made throughout. I’m willing to pay for a 5 pages test. If you are bilingual: American English/Spanish it will be a plus. If you have experience adapting texts or manuscripts written by non-native English speakers so they seamlessly align with U.S. cultural expectations while preserving the original intent and tone, I’d love to work with you! Bonus points if you've worked on non-fiction books targeting a general audience.

What I need A full line edit and copyedit of the manuscript, checking grammar, punctuation, spelling, and consistency (timeline, names, formatting) Preservation of first-person voice throughout, with no rewording for style unless something is a genuine error A tracked-changes version I can review and accept or reject line by line, plus a brief editorial note at the end flagging any recurring issues No use of em dashes anywhere in suggested edits Familiarity with or willingness to follow a locked style sheet I will provide (banned words and phrases, formatting rules) TOXIC — Style Sheet for Editors Manuscript by Serena Amari (pen name) | Memoir, approx. 19,000 words, 31 chapters Voice and Point of View ● First person throughout. Do not shift to second or third person for the author's own experience, even in passages that feel reflective or distanced. ● Voice is plain, observational, and restrained. Avoid suggesting edits that add literary flourish or emotional intensifying language. ● Tone is graceful, not accusatory. The author is not attacking her daughter in the text; do not flag this as a gap or suggest "balancing" language. Hard Rules — No Exceptions ● No em dashes anywhere. Use commas, semicolons, periods, or restructured sentences instead. ● No meta-commentary about the manuscript itself (no lines like "this is why I am writing this book" or similar self-referential framing). ● No invented details, quotes, or facts. Flag anything that reads as unverifiable rather than adding to it. Banned Words and Phrases ● AI-pattern vocabulary: delve, tapestry, nuanced, resonate, navigate, underscores, highlights, robust, framework, speaks to, and similar. ● Filler phrases: "Let me say this plainly," "I want to sit with that," "the way X always does," "and I will not pretend otherwise," "That is worth saying plainly," or close variants of any of these. ● "Door" metaphors (e.g., closing doors, open doors) and "sickness" language used metaphorically for the estrangement. ● Formulaic sign-offs or summary sentences that wrap up a chapter with a tidy moral. Names and Privacy ● No real names for any family members appear in the text. Family members are referred to by their relationship to the author (daughter, husband, mother, etc.). Preserve this; do not suggest adding names for clarity. ● The author writes under the pen name Serena Amari. This is intentional and should not be flagged. Scope of This Edit ● This is a line and copyedit, not a developmental edit. Structure, chapter order, and content are locked. ● Grammar, punctuation, spelling, and consistency (timeline, formatting, recurring details) are in scope. ● Rewording for style is out of scope unless something is a clear grammatical or mechanical error. Questions about any of the above should go to the author before changes are made. Thank you in advance!

Looking for someone with experience editing commercially published fiction. The novel blends suspense, crime, and literary storytelling. I'm seeking line editing and copy editing—not ghostwriting or developmental editing. I'm looking for someone who will make my writing better, not simply correct grammar. I want an editor who preserves my voice while improving clarity, pacing, dialogue, and sentence flow. I'm open to substantial line edits and suggestions where they strengthen the manuscript.

Summary Job Title: Contemporary Romance Beta Reader - Feedback + Inline Comments (AI-Written Manuscript) Description: I am looking for an experienced Steamy Contemporary Romance beta reader/editor to review my completed manuscript and provide detailed feedback and/or correction. This manuscript was written with the assistance of AI. I am looking for human feedback to ensure the story feels natural, emotionally engaging, and aligned with genre expectations. Genre: Steamy Contemporary Romance Word Count: 30,000 I am looking for: ● Written feedback report covering (I will provide a template): ○ Overall story impression ○ Plot holes or confusing sections ○ Character believability ○ Emotional engagement ○ Pacing ○ Voice/tone consistency ○ Repetitive phrasing or AI-style writing patterns ○ Alignment with reader expectations in this niche ● Inline comments within the manuscript (Google Docs) highlighting: ○ Confusing scenes ○ Dialogue that feels unnatural ○ Repetition ○ Timeline issues ○ Emotional flatness ○ Areas that need strengthening I am looking for reader-level developmental feedback. Please include in your proposal: ● Your turnaround time. I will need this completed within 5 days.