As a dedicated proofreader and copy editor, I will review your document with attention to grammar, spelling, punctuation, and consistency while preserving your original voice and style, leaving you with a refined final product. I'm quick and effective and ensure your document will be free of errors and flow smoothly.

I am a London born freelance writer, proofreader and editor who has been writing for a significant number of years. I'm a native English speaker and have an intermediate command of Spanish speaking, writing and reading. Having spent 10 years in the legal and insurance industries after having obtained a degree in Law, I began to work as a writer several years ago, beginning with fiction before also writing SEO web content which has been published on several US based websites. The various subjects I have written about shows my ability to research effectively. As part of my fiction writing work, I also have experience in editing and proofreading the work of others. My employment experience has given me the ability to write and speak in a professional manner. I continue to develop my knowledge and, besides the Upwork tests, I also completed the Cambridge English Language Assessment 'Exploring the World of English Language Teaching' in February 2017. I have taught English as a Second Language to students at all levels from all over the world since 2019.

Hi there! I'm a professional editor, author, proofreader, and university professor with 17 years of experience. I’m meticulous, I love helping people improve their writing & editing, and I have a real eye for detail. My services include copy editing, line editing, and developmental editing. I can help you with a broad range of content -- my writing & editing background includes psychology, philosophy, biology, business school content, DEI, popular science, statistics, survey construction, website editing, and executive reports. If you're trying to get into a top college or graduate school, I can help you craft the perfect college essay, statement of purpose, or personal statement. I can also help you perfect your master's thesis or PhD dissertation, empirical studies/manuscripts, CV/résumé, and other academic work. For those applying to faculty positions, I can help you craft killer research, teaching, and diversity statements. I can also help with career coaching, especially if you're in academia. In case it's relevant, I'm culturally sensitive, multilingual, and well-traveled, so if you need someone who can write for diverse populations, I'm your person!

Hi there! I am an American Native English copy editor and proofreader whose work has been used in/by some of the world's: - ✅ Leading book publishers and news publications (Abrams Books, Forbes) - ✅ High ranking academic journals and institutions (ASCE Library, The US Chamber of Commerce, AAAS) - ✅ Top businesses, brands, and websites (PetSmart, Netflix Originals, PILOT Inc.) ...and I’m very excited to help bring your own writing to life today! I provide you with masterful copy editing, error-free proofreading, and professional formatting - all on a fast turnaround time. With me, you can be sure you're getting the highest quality English editing on the market. My editing process is done entirely by hand, combing through each word and every comma to expertly copy edit and transform your writing into the most professional, powerful, and engaging document possible. What separates great editing from good editing isn't just catching errors, but knowing when to hold back. My job isn't to rewrite your work in my voice; it's to find the strongest version of yours and bring it to the surface. After 500+ projects, I've developed an instinct for exactly where a piece loses momentum, where a sentence is working harder than it needs to, and where a single word change makes a paragraph land the way it was always meant to. Some words from a few of my happy clients: ⭐ - "Lindsey was EXCELLENT! I would highly recommend for any of your editing needs. Flexible, intelligent, highly skilled and all around a great person to work with!" ⭐ - "Lindsey did great work, my book went #1 in 12 Amazon Bestselling categories! and his finishing touches were a great investment!" ⭐ - "Lindsey is the quintessential editor. I could not recommend him more. Such a great guy to work with, very detailed, and eager to overdeliver. And overdeliver is what he did. You will not be disappointed by the level of skill and expertise he offers. One of the best people I've worked with here on Upwork." ⭐ - "Lindsey is legit. He said he could tackle my problem editing with his xp and he most certainly did. Laid out his initial opinion and about the time it should take him then went to work. Not only was it effective, it was extremely prompt. If I ever need an editor again he will have first dibs. No question." ⭐ - "Always great working with Lindsey. Turnaround time is super quick and the work is high class." ⭐ - "I cannot say enough about Lindsey's ability to elevate my writing. If you want to communicate clearly and concisely, Lindsey is the writer and editor you need. Thank you again, Lindsey! :)" ⭐ - "As always, brilliant work. I can trust Lindsey with any writing project and know it will come back sounding and looking AMAZING!" Some examples of services I can provide, broken down by category: ACADEMIC: Editing and proofreading, including paper, dissertation, thesis, essay, and research report revisions. APA 6 and 7, MLA, Harvard, and Chicago Manual of Style formatting are all specialties that I can easily handle! ADMISSIONS: School and university admissions essay coaching, MBA, job application, resume, and CV editing; personal statements and statements of purpose AI CONTENT: Editing and bringing a human touch to enhance AI-generated drafts and make them publishing-ready ARTICLES AND BLOGS: Working with you to find your unique author’s voice and help fine-tune your content to be clear and compelling. I'm deeply familiar with AP Style and Chicago (CMOS) best practices, but I can also quickly interface with custom or in-house style conventions! BOOKS: Fiction and non-fiction book editing and proofreading; short story, epic novel, or autobiography BUSINESS: Correspondence (including B2B), marketing material, and product text, as well as corporate websites, internal documents, email campaigns, content and news articles, sales, and newsletters DEVELOPMENTAL: Assessing content at a high level to help develop ideas, structure, and narrative resonance GRANT WRITING: Polishing grant documents to be persuasive, professional, and clear SCIENTIFIC and MEDICAL: Science and medical proofreading, copy editing, and fact-checking TECHNICAL: Technical editing of internal documentation, manuals, whitepapers, and reports WEBSITES: Website content editing and proofreading across all types of genres and design styles - AND MORE (Don't see your project type listed? Reach out - chances are I can help!) I’m also available on retainer for ongoing or high-priority editing needs. Ready to get started? Send me a message with a brief description of your project (document type, word count, and any deadlines I should know about) and I'll get back to you within 24 hours. I'd love to take a look!

Dedicated and meticulous writer with strong skills in grammar correction, descriptive enhancement, and vocabulary improvement. I provide thorough proofreading services for informal emails and ensure error-free, polished content ready for publication. - I am currently working to self-publish a novel :) - Have been taught professionally how to proofread emails and books of varying lengths. - Have a flexible schedule that can be easily tuned to fit your needs. - Has an average turn-around time of two weeks when reviewing or proofreading most books. - Am very detail-orientated and can provide descriptive examples and novel reviews. - Have ghostwritten a novel before. - Has a strong concept of what unique character and story ingenuity.

I support businesses, authors, academics, and job seekers in achieving their goals. Through my copyediting and proofreading services, I will help you to express yourself clearly, correctly, and professionally. My experience includes editing blogs, academic manuscripts, books, website content, business documents, CVs, cover letters, and more. Contact me if you would like to learn more about how I can help you with your project! My specializations: • Technical editing • Content marketing (B2B SaaS and HR tech) My qualifications: • Certificate in Business and Technical Writing • Bachelor of Science in Computing and Information Systems • Diploma in Information Technology (Software and Internet Development) • Member of Editors Canada

Upwork's Top Rated Plus and 100% Job Success. As a native English speaker with over 8 years of experience in academic writing and an extensive background in research, I provide academic editing, proofreading, formatting, and coaching services to promote your academic success! Specifically, I have worked with clients on several written assignments, including: ✅ PhD dissertations, ✅ Bachelor's and Master's theses, ✅ Capstone projects, ✅ research proposals, ✅ funding proposals, ✅ scholarship applications, ✅ German-English translations, ✅ speeches, and ✅ presentations. I offer different levels of editing: ✅ Developmental/Structural Editing (Heavy Structural Editing) Ensures a clear, coherent "big- picture" structure and logical flow to strengthen the overall argument of your work. ✅ Line Editing (Heavy Copyediting) Focuses on style, clarity, flow, and structure of copy. ✅ Copyediting (Light/Medium Copyediting) Focuses on grammar, punctuation, spelling, and consistency throughout. ✅ Proofreading/Formatting (Lightest Editing) Acting as a final review, this level of editing is only meant to catch any remaining errors left behind after editing. The level of editing required will dictate the project pricing. To guarantee my client's satisfaction, all editing, including the level of editing needed, is discussed and agreed upon before work starts. Formatting - I am most familiar with APA 7, but I am also comfortable with MLA, Harvard, and Chicago styles. Additionally, I have also worked with diverse university formatting requirements and can ensure compliance with any guidelines provided. Follow-Up Support - After submitting my edited version, I offer clients 1-on-1 follow-up consultations to discuss additional needs and work together to finalize the project at no additional charge. This collaborative approach ensures complete transparency and maintenance of my client's academic voice and thoughts. In mentoring, my ultimate goal is to help my clients 1. Identify their specific written need and abilities 2. Help create a personalized plan for their further academic writing success 🚨 Please note that I do not conduct research or write papers on behalf of students.

Over 50 years experience in academic, popular, and government writing, editing, and proofreading. B.A. in history/political science and Ph.D. in biology. Author of 11 books (mostly with Johns Hopkins University Press), about 100 articles and book chapters, and numerous government publications. Looking for opportunities to help others improve and complete their documents.

* Creative writer and editor specialising in fiction, music and self-help. * Member of the International Association of Professional Writers and Editors. * Award-winning author of eleven novels, published both independently and by London's Lume Books. * Creative writing tutor and workshop facilitator.