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I'm a Ph.D. scholar and English Teacher with 7 years of Freelancing experience in Content Writing and On-Page/Off-Page SEO, and I welcome you to a one-stop solution for authors, writers, and publishers. From proofreading and editing to book formatting, layout, manuscript polishing, and, where needed, ghostwriting support, I can help take your book from rough draft to a clean, professional, publication-ready version.
My core services include:
✅ Proofreading and editing
✅ Book, article, blog, report, thesis, and academic editing
✅ Beta reading and manuscript feedback
✅ Book formatting for print and digital publishing
✅ Manuscript polishing and layout improvement
✅ Ghostwriting support for books, chapters, blogs, and articles
✅ Microsoft Word and Google Docs formatting
✅ PDF to Word conversion
✅ Fillable PDF, Word, and Excel forms
✅ Google Forms creation and improvement
✅ PowerPoint, Canva, and Google Slides formatting
✅ Audio and video transcription
✅ Clean transcript formatting for blogs, interviews, articles, and books
I have experience working on full-length books, e-books, novels, non-fiction manuscripts, academic papers, essays, reports, blogs, articles, presentations, business documents, proposals, resumes, forms, manuals, and transcripts.
I am well-versed in Search Engine Optimization techniques and know how to write content that both engages readers and ranks highly in search engine results. As a Professional Writer, I can translate complex concepts into engaging stories that resonate with the intended audience. I am excellent at conducting in-depth research across a variety of subjects, ensuring that every piece of content is well-researched and offers readers insightful information.
For editing and proofreading projects, I focus on grammar, punctuation, spelling, sentence structure, clarity, flow, consistency, formatting, readability, and tone. I can also provide tracked changes, comments, clean final versions, and detailed feedback where needed.
I have worked on a wide range of books and manuscripts, including fiction, non-fiction, e-books, academic work, and professional publications. I have also edited books for published and award-winning authors, helping them refine their ideas, strengthen their writing, and prepare their work for readers, publishers, or self-publication.
I bring hands-on experience across multiple levels of editorial support, including
✅ Developmental editing
✅ Line editing
✅ Paragraph-level editing
✅ Copy editing
✅ Final proofreading
✅ Book editing for fiction and non-fiction
✅ Editing for published and award-winning authors
✅ Book formatting for print and digital publishing
✅ Complete manuscript polishing and publication preparation
For document formatting projects, I can help with margins, headers, footers, page numbers, tables of contents, cover pages, citations, watermarks, document branding, fonts, colors, layout, templates, and professional styling. Whether your document is for publishing, printing, business use, academic submission, or client presentation, I make sure it looks clean and professional.
For transcription projects, I provide accurate, well-structured transcripts with proper grammar and punctuation, speaker labels, clean formatting, and timestamps for unclear words or phrases, where required. I can transcribe interviews, lectures, webinars, meetings, conferences, speeches, YouTube videos, phone calls, and business recordings.
Bonus: I can also create your book from transcriptions.
My goal is simple: to make your content clear, polished, professional, and ready for its final purpose.
Send me a message with your document, audio/video file, or project requirements, and I’ll be happy to help.
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Many authors finish their manuscript and wonder why something still feels off. The story is there, but the pacing drags, characters don't fully connect with readers, or scenes fail to leave the impact they should.
I help authors identify those problems before publication through detailed beta reading, manuscript critique, proofreading, copy editing, line editing, and developmental editing. My goal is to strengthen your manuscript while preserving your unique voice and writing style.
If you're unsure where your manuscript needs the most work, send me your first 3 chapters. I'll point out the biggest issue affecting the reading experience and explain what could make it stronger before you decide whether to hire me.
I work with novels and nonfiction across genres including romance, fantasy, thriller, mystery, literary fiction, dystopian fiction, memoir, and self-help.
Services I Offer
• Developmental Editing — story structure, pacing, plot development, character arcs, scene effectiveness
• Line Editing — sentence flow, dialogue, clarity, tone, readability
• Copy Editing — grammar, consistency, word choice, style, and accuracy
• Proofreading — spelling, punctuation, formatting, and final polish
• Beta Reading — detailed reader feedback, character analysis, pacing review, emotional impact, and reader engagement
• Manuscript Critique — comprehensive feedback report with strengths, weaknesses, and practical recommendations
Every project includes thoughtful feedback, clear communication, and edits tailored to your manuscript rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
Whether you're preparing your first novel, submitting to literary agents, or self-publishing your book, I'll help you deliver a manuscript that keeps readers engaged from beginning to end.
Send me a message with your manuscript details and word count, and let's discuss how I can help strengthen your story.
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* I am a native English speaker with an excellent grasp of English.
* I offer a comprehensive editing service: proofreading; spelling, grammar, punctuation, syntax,
flow, clarity, tone, style, consistency, readability, character development, repetition,
conciseness, and making suggestions for improvement.
* I edit and proofread all fiction and non-fiction material, including AI generated cooy
* I 'humanize' copy written with AI
* I build close relationships with my clients and communicate with them constantly with queries or
suggestions for improvement
* My goal is to delight my clients and exceed their expectations on time, every time.
Some of the major projects I have led or been part of are
* "Humanizing" manuscripts created with AI
* Editing fiction and non-fiction manuscripts/books
* Editing academic papers, theses, journals, and grant proposals.
* Editing business, marketing, and consumer research reports and manuals
* Writing and editing web copy
Qualifications:
* Certificate in Copywriting, University of Cape Town
* Certificate in Copy Editing, University of Cape Town
* Certificate in Copy Editing and Proofreading, SA Writers College
* Teaching English as a Foreign Language i-to-i (TEFL)
* Senior Management Development Programme : South African Breweries.
Note: A significant proportion of the work that I have done and am doing is confidential so I am unable to post these projects as examples of my work.
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Editing Students’ Essays for Applications to Universities in the US.
During 2023, Reina Luck has edited over 100 essays for me. Her substantive editing is consistently excellent. She adds significant value by going the extra mile and proactively suggesting alternative words, phrases, or areas for rewrite, all of which enhance the quality of the essays. She is helpful and efficient and always meets the tight deadlines - usually 12-24 hrs. Her communication with me is prompt and any problems are ironed out quickly. I would highly recommend utilizing Reina’s services.
Joyce Chen.
5 October 2023
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Sono un'insegnante di yoga e danza, ho 26 anni e scrivo da sempre.
Durante gli anni passati al liceo scientifico ho partecipato a diversi concorsi di scrittura, vincendone alcuni e, negli ultimi anni, ho lavorato occasionalmente come copywriter: in particolare ho collaborato come Ghostwriter con una nota azienda di moda sostenibile e ho scritto diversi articoli per un blog online; grazie a quest’ultimo impiego ho potuto maturare anche una conoscenza delle basi SEO e di WordPress. Negli anni ho inoltre approfondito la conoscenza anche con il pacchetto Office e Wordpress
Sono una ragazza precisa, puntuale e costante, che porta sempre a termine ciò che inizia con il massimo impegno. Imparo in fretta ed ho un’ottima memoria.
United Kingdom
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I have worked in the Film Production industry and I am an emerging playwright with real-world experience in scriptwriting and story analysis/dramaturgy and have professionally produced my own work!
📝 Services I offer
- Manuscript Evaluation
- Screenplay Editing
- Proofreading
- Developmental Editing
- Line Editing
- Beta Reader
- Scriptwriter
📌My editing style
I'm known by my peers as a writer with a keen understanding of plot structure and character development. My goal is to always enhance and maintain an authors personal style whilst ensuring clarity, grammer, consistency and cohesiveness. I write my feedback in two different ways: from the reader's perspective and from an analytical perspective.
✅ You can count on recieving in-depth, genuine feedback and critique. I always aim to be helpful and kind.
✅ I do not use AI in any of my work, so it's a guarantee that you'll recieve personalised service at a professional level.
✅ I am a lover of researching and am extremely adaptable - I aim to ensure my task has been heavily researched and fact checked before submission.
💼 Experience and Qualifications
I wanted to focus on the art of writing, so I undertook a Masters of Arts in Playwriting. I have since debuted my first short play in a staged reading at the Royal Exchange Theatre in Manchester. I am currently working on a two-hander as well as a full-length play. This is something I continue to pursue part-time.
I also have a BA in Film Production and have used it to work freelance as a Producer, Script Supervisor, 2nd AC and Spark. I know how stories get made and have always enjoyed working in a creative capacity. I have written/directed some of my own work, which have gone on to be shown at Film Festivals around the globe!
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United States
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Would your clinic, health platform, or writing project benefit from a medically trained
professional who blends clinical precision with empathetic communication, calm
support, and editorial finesse?
With 20+ years of experience as a surgical and clinic nurse at Kaiser Permanente, my insight
earned from thousands of real-life patient interactions will support your projects.
From procedure rooms to post-op care, your content, admin systems, or written work will be grounded in both medical accuracy and clarity — no need to explain the difference between an IV and an EKG or how to talk to a patient who’s scared.
Your projects may also benefit from my broader passions: solo travel across Europe, the study of French and other languages, a lifelong love of reading and storytelling, a sharp eye for tone and detail, plus a music degree in the string bass.
That background helps me communicate in a way that’s both technically sound and deeply human — supporting professionals, patients, and writers alike.
Continue reading for specific ways I can help your work thrive and your message land with clarity and care.
~Medical Writing & Patient Education~
Healthcare communication demands more than textbook knowledge — it requires compassion, discernment and the ability to meet readers where they are.
By helping patients navigate surgery, recovery, and outpatient care for decades, your educational materials will reflect the real needs and real questions people face when dealing with procedures, diagnoses, or important wellness decisions.
Whether it’s a one-sheet for clinic patients or long-form health content for a broader audience, your readers receive calm, easy-to-understand information that empowers rather than overwhelms.
Combining my nursing background with strong skills in health copywriting and patient education means you’ll get content that serves both your audience and your team.
Having guided thousands of patients through pre-op jitters and post-op instructions, your projects will benefit from medical writing that turns fear into understanding — and instructions into action.
Let’s work together to create patient-facing content that supports understanding, confidence, and better outcomes.
Please see my portfolio for more examples of my work.
~Medical Virtual Assistant & Healthcare Admin Support~
Behind every great provider, wellness program, or telehealth platform is someone who keeps the details on track and the tone aligned.
Navigating 20+ years in my career managing clinical workflows, reviewing medical transcription, and supporting patients in high-pressure settings, your practice will benefit from a medical virtual assistant who already understands the pace and privacy needs of care delivery.
From refining clinical document review materials to transforming post-visit notes into checklists or plain-language summaries, you can count on my initiative and adaptability to your tasks.
With firsthand knowledge of HIPAA compliance and administrative processes, expect projects with less overwhelm for you and your clients alike.
Day in-day out through decades in clinical environments, your administrative workflows will gain a trusted assistant with real-world judgment, calm communication, and deep familiarity with healthcare admin support systems.
If your project needs a VA who is detail-oriented, kind under pressure, and fluent in health operations, let’s talk.
~Beta Reading & Proofreading for Impact~
As a lifelong book lover, narrative listener, and self-proclaimed grammar sleuth, you’ll receive feedback that’s precise, encouraging, and deeply attuned to voice and rhythm.
Bringing a lifetime of editing instructions, summaries, and patient guidance, your writing will benefit from line editing and content editing that balances clarity with compassion — whether you’re working on a novel, a blog, or a coaching program.
If you’re looking for someone to review your writing with both care and candor, I offer beta reading and grammar editing that supports your story, in your voice, while catching what others miss.
Let’s take your work from draft to polished — with thoughtful critique, technical clean-up, and a focus on flow.
If you’re ready for feedback that’s kind, honest, and sharp as a scalpel, I’m here to help bring your project to life.
For a freelance partner who brings medical integrity, editorial precision, and a deeply human touch to everything from clinic materials to creative manuscripts, click “Hire” to get started.
United States
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I am a freelance writer with varied experience from newsletters to short-form fiction to online content to scientific and technical writing.
I am:
- Detail-oriented
- Capable of adjusting my writing style and tone to reach different audiences, reading levels, and purposes
- Able to manage my time on each project and juggling multiple projects at once
- Communicative and constructive during the editing process
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Your book deserves an editor who cares about it as much as you do.
I'm a Top Rated book editor specializing in romance and commercial fiction, and I help authors take a manuscript from rough draft all the way to a polished, publication-ready book.
Whether you need big-picture developmental feedback, careful line editing, a continuity review, a beta read, or final ebook and print formatting for Amazon KDP, I can meet your book wherever it is and carry it to the finish line.
Romance is my home genre. From clean and sweet to high-heat mafia, billionaire, and enemies-to-lovers stories, I know what your readers came for. If your dual POV needs balancing, your emotional pacing needs tightening, or your heat level needs dialing to your audience's expectations, I'll get it there without ever flattening your voice. And if you're deep into a series and worried that book seven contradicts something from book two, that is exactly the kind of problem I love solving.
I also work with memoir and nonfiction authors who need help shaping real stories with clarity, structure, and emotional impact. Your story stays yours. My job is to make it clearer, stronger, and more compelling for the reader.
Behind every project is nearly a decade of publishing house experience across the full editorial process, and I bring that same standard to your book: honest feedback when the draft needs structure, careful line work when the pages need polish, and clean, print-ready files in Vellum or Atticus when you're ready to publish. Many of my authors stay with me from first read to final files.
A recent client said it best: "Rebecca took my rough manuscript and polished it into a novel I'm truly proud to share with the world."
If you want an editor who will protect your voice, tell you the truth about what your book needs, and care about getting it right, send me a message. I'd love to hear about your project.
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If it needs to be written or indexed — I can do it.
I’m Jessica, a professional indexer, editor, and writer with over 25 years of experience helping publishers, authors, and organizations create high-quality, accessible books and publications.
I specialize in crafting accurate, reader-friendly back-of-the-book and embedded indexes that elevate your content and guide your readers with clarity.
What I Offer:
• Indexing for books, journals, conference proceedings & manuals
• Back-of-the-book & embedded indexing (MS Word)
• Indexes for diverse topics: social sciences, history, IT, science, cooking, religion, biographies
• CMOS (The Chicago Manual of Style) (or any style guide you provide)
• Proofreading as a bonus quality check — I spot errors others miss!
My background as a teacher and librarian provides me with a deep insight into how readers search for and access information. I create indexes that work for real readers.
Credentials:
• Former Manager, ASI Web Indexing Group
• Member: The Christian PEN, ACES, American Society for Indexing
Whether it’s your first book or your fiftieth, I take pride in delivering indexes that are intuitive, polished, and professional.
Let’s discuss your indexing needs—I’d be happy to support your publishing goals.
$28/hr
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Senior Ghostwriter & Editor | Fiction, Nonfiction & Ebooks | Storytelling & Content Development
Are you looking for a professional ghostwriter who can turn your ideas into a compelling, publish-ready book?
Overview
I’m a Senior Ghostwriter & Editor with extensive experience in writing and refining fiction, nonfiction, and eBooks that engage readers and deliver real value. Whether you have a rough idea, notes, or just a vision — I transform it into a structured, polished manuscript.
I specialize in:
Ghostwriting full-length books (fiction & nonfiction)
eBook writing for Amazon Kindle (KDP optimized)
Story development, plotting & structuring
Editing, proofreading & manuscript polishing
Memoirs, self-help, business books & creative storytelling
What sets me apart:
Strong storytelling that keeps readers hooked
Clear, engaging, and reader-friendly writing style
Deep understanding of Amazon KDP & publishing standards
100% original, plagiarism-free content
Smooth collaboration & timely delivery
I don’t just write — I help you build a book that connects, sells, and leaves an impact.
Why Clients Hire Me
✔ Professional ghostwriting with your voice & vision
✔ Structured content that flows naturally
✔ Experience across multiple genres
✔ Detail-oriented editing for a polished final product
✔ Reliable communication & revisions support
Let’s Work Together
If you're ready to bring your book idea to life, feel free to message me. I’d love to discuss your project and help you create something exceptional.