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I’m an experienced writer, editor, and book coach with a passion for both fiction and non-fiction. Over the years, I’ve had the pleasure of working across a diverse range of genres, including fantasy, romance, and literary fiction. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of storytelling, I help authors bring their ideas to life—whether it’s refining a draft, polishing the language, or providing guidance on structure and character development.
Whether you’re working on a gripping fantasy saga, a heartfelt romance, or an introspective literary novel, I bring both creativity and technical skill to the table. As a book coach, I work closely with authors to ensure they stay motivated, focused, and confident throughout the writing process. I’m here to help shape your vision into a compelling, polished narrative that resonates with readers.
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I am a skilled proofreader looking to make your next document error free. My skills can include:
-Books
-eBooks
-Documents/Articles
-Social Media/Blog Posts
-Menus/Business Documents
Let's chat about how I can help you or your business stand out from the rest with error free documents.
Jill S.
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Professional Writer, Translator & Indie Author | 20+ Years of Experience
I'm a seasoned freelance writer and translator with over two decades of experience delivering high-quality content across multiple domains. As an indie author with three published books, I bring a deep understanding of storytelling, structure, and audience engagement—skills that enhance both my creative and technical writing services.
🔹 Areas of Expertise:
- Beta Reading - In-depth feedback on plot, pacing, character development, tone, and reader engagement.
- Writing & Proofreading - Clear, well-researched writing for articles, eBooks, and academic/scientific papers on a wide range of topics.
- Translation Services - Accurate, fluent translations in the following language pairs:
English ⇄ Romanian, German ⇄ Romanian, English ⇄ German
- Translation Editing & QA - Proofreading and quality control of translated texts (including machine-assisted translations) in EN, DE, and RO.
- Specialized Knowledge Domains -Technical | Medical | Marketing | Financial | Communication | Travel & Tourism
🔹 Why Work With Me?
✔️ Detail-oriented and thorough
✔️ Reliable under tight deadlines
✔️ Original, plagiarism-free content backed by research
✔️ Multi-project management without sacrificing quality
✔️ Confident and knowledgeable in all handled topics
🔹 Background Snapshot:
I hold a degree in Journalism (graduated top of my class) and a secondary degree in Physiotherapy, giving me a strong foundation in both communication and medical sciences. During my academic years, I presented original research at scientific events, refining my analytical and presentation skills.
My core focus remains writing and translation, but in recent years, I’ve expanded my work to support fellow authors with beta reading, manuscript critique, and content development.
Looking for a reliable, experienced professional who can adapt to your needs and deliver quality work? Let’s connect!
Alexandra A.
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I am a professor, published author, and journal editor who has helped people produce lucid and compelling writing for over 15 years. As someone with inside knowledge of the publishing process, I know exactly how to polish a manuscript to bring out your unique voice and contributions. Most importantly, I am a mentor who can guide you through every stage of your writing process.
As a teacher, I cultivated the ability to provide feedback that is insightful, constructive, and empathetic. I can coach you at each step, whether this means sharpening your arguments, heightening the emotion of a pivotal moment, or perfecting your text’s overall structure.
I have experience in nearly every kind of writing and format, including:
• Books
• Academic and popular articles
• Dissertations and theses
• School application essays
• Proposals for grants and scholarships
• Blog posts
I served as book review editor for a major sociology journal, and my own work has garnered awards and appeared in leading discipline journals. Finally, I am experienced in many formatting styles (APA, Harvard, Chicago, MLA, ASA, etc.). Let's work together to bring out the very best in your writing!
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Thank you for taking the time to review my profile.
A Little About Me
- I have been editing on and off Upwork for the last four years, and I have been provided the chance to work with many authors, both new and experienced, from around the world as they aimed to get their stories and ideas ready for publishing.
What I Offer
- Content/Developmental Editing: The main focus is ensuring there are no inconsistencies or unclear areas within the story. Additionally, ensuring the characters and plot develop properly as the story progresses. I will also thoroughly review for dialogue structure, consistent world-building, story pacing and structure among other aspects.
- Line/Copy Editing: The main focus is ensuring your material is grammatically sound. I adhere to the Chicago Manual of Style while editing to maintain editing style and integrity throughout.
- Proofreading: The main focus is catching any minor errors that might have slipped the cracks to make sure your work is publishing ready.
- Beta Reading: The main focus is reviewing your book from a reader's perspective. I thoroughly go through your book and note strong areas as well as areas that may need strengthening.
*Additional Services
- Ghost Editor/Writer: The main focus is cleaning up what the author already has to help convey the message of the material in a clearer and more concise manner.
*Plot Outlines: The main focus is taking the general idea behind the story, and creating a cohesive structure writers will be able to follow.
Genres I Edit/Proofread
- Action Adventure
- Autobiographies
- Business/Entrepreneurship
- Children's Books
- Coming of Age/Young Adult
- Fantasy
- Memoirs
- Mystery
- Personal Development/Self Help
- Romance of various heat levels (clean or spicy), tropes (lovers to enemies, age gap, billionaire romance, etc.), and subgenres (sports romance, mafia romance, romantic mystery, etc.)
- Thriller
I value communication above all else, as I regularly check my messages at least twice a day. I value your time meaning if a deadline is agreed upon, I will work diligently to ensure all work is completed in a timely fashion.
If you've managed to read through all that, I'd like to express my gratitude for doing so. Should you have any inquiries, please don't hesitate to reach out to me, and I will do my best to respond quickly. In the meantime, thanks once again!
Zephanasia L.
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I am an editor/proofreader for all types of writing.
I have a bachelor’s degree in English and have a love of reading and writing all types of fiction! I also have a master’s in education and a background in education.
I’m currently working in a manufacturing environment, so I have experience with more technical writing as well.
If you need something edited or proofread for clarity, I’m here to help!
As a book lover across all genres (and as a writer myself), I would also love to beta read for any indie author out there! I can offer affordable, flexible prices and am very detailed in my feedback.
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I help clients turn ideas into polished, publish-ready books through ghostwriting and developmental editing. My focus is business books, memoirs, thought leadership, and long-form nonfiction that reads naturally and holds attention from start to finish.
If you’ve got a concept, rough draft, or even scattered notes, I can shape it into a structured, compelling manuscript ready for publication.
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What I do
I work with authors, entrepreneurs, and professionals who want clear, high-quality books without the stress of writing everything themselves.
My core services include:
Ghostwriting
• Business books
• Memoirs & autobiographies
• Thought leadership content
• Nonfiction manuscripts
Editing & Manuscript Development
• Developmental editing (structure, flow, clarity)
• Copy editing (grammar, tone, readability)
• Full manuscript refinement
• Rewrite & “humanization” editing
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What you can expect
• Clean, natural writing that sounds like you, not a template
• Strong structure from concept to final chapter
• Consistent voice throughout the manuscript
• Fast turnaround without sacrificing quality
• Open collaboration with revisions included within scope
I’ve worked across multiple genres, but I now focus mainly on business-driven nonfiction, memoirs, and professional content that needs clarity, structure, and strong storytelling.
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Why clients work with me
Most of my clients come to me with either:
• a messy draft that needs restructuring
• an idea they can’t organize into a book
• or AI-generated content that needs to sound human and publish-ready
I fix that by turning raw material into a readable, structured, and market-ready manuscript.
Everything I deliver is original, cleanly written, and publication-ready.
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Reviews from past clients
★★★★★ “Yetunde is an amazing ghostwriter… we’ve used her for four books already.”
★★★★★ “Delivered two books quickly with strong research and attention to detail.”
★★★★★ “Professional, reliable, and brought the story to life better than expected.”
★★★★★ “One of the best writers I’ve worked with. On time, clear, and highly skilled.”
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If you need a ghostwriter or editor for a book or manuscript, send me a message. I’ll review your idea and let you know the best way to structure it before we begin.
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Yetunde O.
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Let's be honest. Most manuscripts don't fail because the writer lacks talent. They fail because nobody told the writer the truth. Your friend said it was amazing. Your writing group said "maybe tighten chapter three." Your mom cried at the ending, but she also cried at a paper towel commercial last Tuesday. None of that gets you published. None of that gets you reviews. None of that gets readers recommending your book at 1am to someone who should be sleeping.
That's where I come in.
I read fiction the way your future readers will hungry, impatient, and completely willing to put your book down if you lose me. The difference is I'll tell you exactly where you lost me, exactly why, and exactly what to do about it. Your readers will just leave a two-star review and move on with their lives.
I specialize in science fiction, fantasy, and thriller, genres where pacing isn't a suggestion, world-building has to earn its word count, and readers will forgive you almost anything except being boring.
What I'll do to your manuscript:
✅ Beta Reading — I read it as a reader first. No editorial filter, no politeness tax. You get my real reaction, where I was hooked, where I checked my phone, where I genuinely didn't see that twist coming, and where I absolutely did. That reaction is worth more than a hundred "it's great" responses.
✅ Developmental Editing — Structure, pacing, narrative arc, character consistency. If your story is a house, developmental editing checks whether the foundation is solid before we talk about the curtains. Most manuscripts need this more than they need anything else and most authors skip it entirely. Don't be most authors.
✅ Line Editing — This is where your prose stops surviving and starts singing. Sentence rhythm, word choice, dialogue that actually sounds human, flow that pulls readers forward without them noticing. Your voice stays completely intact. Everything fighting against it doesn't.
✅ Proofreading — The last thing standing between your manuscript and public embarrassment. Typos, punctuation, consistency errors, the word "definitely" spelled four different ways across 80,000 words. I find all of it. Every last one.
You're exactly who I work with if:
✅ You've finished your manuscript and something still feels wrong but you can't name it
✅ Your beta readers liked it but couldn't tell you why the middle dragged
✅ You're self-publishing and your name is going on this thing permanently
✅ You want someone who will treat your story seriously enough to be completely honest about it
What you actually get:
✅ Editorial letter with specific, prioritized revision guidance, not vague gestures at "clarity"
✅ Inline comments in Google Docs Suggesting Mode so you see every decision explained
✅ Multiple solutions per problem, because "fix this" without options isn't feedback, it's homework
✅ A reader's real reaction documented throughout, not manufactured after the fact
✅ Your voice protected at every single stage
Genres: Science Fiction · Fantasy · Thriller · Mystery · Horror · Young Adult · Historical Fiction · Romance · Literary Fiction · Memoir
Short stories to 120,000+ word novels. No cookie-cutter packages, scope and turnaround discussed per project so you're never paying for what you don't need.
Most editors will tell you your manuscript has potential.
I'll tell you whether it actually does, and if it does, I'll help you prove it on every page.
If you're serious about publishing something worth reading, click Invite to Job or send a direct message. Tell me your genre, word count, and where the manuscript feels stuck. I'll take it from there.
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Every manuscript carries something its author has never said out loud: the fear that someone will read it and not understand what it was trying to be. That fear is exactly what I edit around.
With experience across developmental editing, line editing, copy editing, and proofreading, I work with fiction and nonfiction authors across romance, memoir, spiritual nonfiction, health and wellness, and business writing. My job is not to rewrite your book. It is to find the version that was always there and make sure every sentence is earning its place.
What my clients say most is that their writing still sounds like them, only clearer, tighter, and stronger than they knew it could be. If that is what you are looking for, I would love to hear about your manuscript.
MY EDITORIAL & PUBLISHING SERVICES:
📝 Developmental Editing
📚 Content Editing
✒️ Line Editing
📖 Copy Editing
📋 Proofreading
📖 Beta Reader & Content Editor Insight
Let’s Talk About Your Book;
Tell me:
- What genre is your book, and who is your target reader?
- Have you had any editing done before?
- What's your timeline?
You’ll receive a clear, honest recommendation within 2-3 hours on the best path forward.
Every project I take on ends the same way: a manuscript the author is proud of and a client who knows exactly what was done and why. Send me a message and lets us talk about what your book needs.
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I’m a professional beta reader who provides clear, thoughtful, reader-focused feedback to help authors strengthen their stories before publication.
I focus on how a manuscript reads—pacing, character development, emotional impact, clarity, and overall engagement—while respecting the author’s voice and vision. My feedback is honest, constructive, and practical, designed to help you see your story the way a real reader experiences it.
Depending on your needs, my beta reading services can include:
• Overall reader impressions
• Pacing and tension feedback
• Character believability and consistency
• Plot clarity and potential gaps
• Scene-level or chapter-level comments
• End-of-manuscript summary feedback
I’m reliable, communicative, and respectful of confidentiality. If you’re looking for reader insight that goes beyond surface-level reactions and actually helps you improve your manuscript, I’d be happy to work with you.