I am a focused freelance writer with a passion for storytelling. I have experience as an editor, proofreader, and writer with over four years of working with a diverse array of clients on Upwork and completing over 20 projects. Working through Upwork has given me many great chances to learn new things and take on exciting projects. This has helped me grow a lot as a professional and as a person. My experience includes editing academic papers, drafting commercial scripts, proofreading novels, and writing blog posts on various topics. Recently, I utilized my research and writing skills to complete my undergraduate paper comparing the works of two 20th-century composers, Florence Price and Bela Bartok. If you are looking for a passionate, open-minded employee with proven writing and editing skills, I would welcome the opportunity to work together. I am always eager for new challenges. Thank you for taking the time to get to know me. I hope we can work together soon.

Pre-'Upwork', I edited and proofread two very different genres (one science-fiction and one autobiography) for my friends who eventually published! And, as a teacher, I have gained a lot of experience correcting ESL students' writings, so I believe editing/proofreading is right up my ally. I am very interested in becoming more skilled in the areas of writing, editing and proofreading (especially writing-- both technical and creative), and believe my time with Upwork (and working with you!) will accomplish that. I have a strong desire for learning new things and teaching others. I have a great passion for the Bible, Science/Physics/Astronomy, Science-Fiction, and Technology (with the occasional conspiracy theory thrown in, for good measure). I was in the U.S. Air Force for four years and fixed airplanes for eight years. So, I have a plethora of military and mechanical knowledge. In addition, I was a Private Pilot for about six years, so I have a decent amount of Aviation knowledge too (I also taught Aviation English to two ESL Air Traffic Controllers). I have independently built a sustainable, eco-house; so, I guess I could add that to my "skills" as well. I look forward to working with you, wherever I might fit in! P.S. My work is 100% human. No AI used (unless desired by the client).

I help authors strengthen the structure, clarity, and emotional impact of their manuscripts. I’m a developmental editor, author, ghostwriter, and communications strategist with 20+ years of experience shaping compelling narratives across literary, nonprofit, and healthcare sectors. As the author of Tides Between Shores, I understand the creative process from the inside - and I bring both artistic sensitivity and structural rigor to every project. My specialty is big-picture editing. I focus on: • Story architecture and pacing • Character development and thematic cohesion • Structural revision and narrative flow • Line-level refinement for clarity and voice I work primarily with fiction, memoir, and literary nonfiction, especially projects that explore identity, place, and human connection. Clients value my ability to balance encouragement with honest, actionable feedback. My goal is not to rewrite your book... it’s to help you write the strongest version of it. If you're ready for thoughtful, thorough editorial partnership, I’d be glad to collaborate.

Editor–Educator–Writer with 15+ yrs teaching & 2+ yrs editing. MA in English Composition & MA in Music Education. Per week, I average reviewing 18 APA, MLA, and Turabian drafts, including master's theses and doctoral dissertations, working at a university writing center. With over 1000 drafts edited including academic works, articles, and memoir. I help writers, students, and professionals express ideas clearly and confidently through expert editing, proofreading, and writing support that keeps your unique voice intact. My approach is grounded in respect for your voice. I am an expert at academic editing for theses and dissertations. I also copyediting for nonfiction or fiction and would love to grow my skills in beta reading. I bring precision, empathy, and attention to detail to every project. My specialties include: Academic editing (APA, MLA, Turabian, Chicago) Copyediting and line editing for clarity, consistency, tone, and flow Proofreading for grammar and format Writing coaching and feedback for academic or nonfiction works Before becoming a full-time editor, I was a music educator, where I learned that every great performance begins with careful listening. That same principle guides my editing: I listen to your goals, study your style, and fine-tune your writing so it shines. Let’s collaborate to make your writing powerful, professional, and uniquely yours. Something you can be proud to share with the world.

Your ideas deserve writing that matches their quality. I make sure they do. I'm a Political Science researcher and lecturer with a Master's degree and over five years of experience editing and proofreading academic work from undergraduate essays to PhD dissertations and policy briefs. I don't just fix grammar. I read your work the way a reviewer would, checking argument flow, structural coherence, citation accuracy, and academic tone, then return it polished, precise, and ready for submission. What I specialize in: Proofreading & line editing for theses, dissertations, and research papers Structural editing and argument clarity APA, Chicago, and MLA citation review & formatting Political Science, International Relations, and Policy documents ESL academic writing refinement Deadlines are real. I work efficiently without cutting corners. Send me your document and let's get it submission-ready.

Are you an author or publisher who needs your manuscript formatted perfectly — the first time, every time? You've come to the right place. I'm Daniel, a professional book formatter with 16 years of dedicated experience turning raw manuscripts into polished, publication-ready books for both print and digital platforms. I've worked with self-publishing authors, independent publishers, and traditional publishing houses across the US, UK, Canada, Australia, and beyond — formatting everything from novels, memoirs, and children's books to cookbooks, business books, and academic titles. Whether you're an indie author publishing your first book on Amazon KDP or an established publishing house with a full production pipeline, I deliver the same standard — flawless, professional, and platform-ready. WHAT I DELIVER FOR YOU: 1. Paperback & print formatting for Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, Lulu, and all print-on-demand platforms — correctly sized with proper margins, bleeds, headers, footers, and table of contents 2. eBook formatting — clean, validated EPUB and MOBI files that display flawlessly on Kindle, Apple Books, Kobo, Google Play Books, Barnes & Noble, and every major reading device 3. PDF-to-EPUB conversion — preserving your original design while making it fully responsive across all screen sizes 4. Full publishing packages — from raw manuscript to print-ready PDF and distribution-ready EPUB in one seamless workflow 5. MS Word template creation — professional, responsive templates built for long-form documents and manuscripts 6. Platform compliance — every file I deliver meets the exact technical specifications of your target platform, so there are no rejections, no surprises, and no revisions demanded by the platform PLATFORMS I FORMAT FOR: Amazon KDP · IngramSpark · Apple Books · Kobo Writing Life · Barnes & Noble Press · Draft2Digital · Smashwords · PublishDrive · Google Play Books · Lulu · StreetLib Why authors and publishers across the US, UK, Canada, and Australia keep coming back to me: Sixteen years in this industry means I've seen — and solved — every formatting challenge imaginable. I don't just apply styles to a document. I understand publishing standards, reader experience, and platform requirements deeply enough to anticipate problems before they become your problems. My clients get files that upload cleanly, look professional, and reflect the quality their writing deserves. Every project gets my full attention. I meet deadlines, communicate clearly, and don't consider a job done until you're completely satisfied. If you're ready to have your book formatted by someone who takes the craft as seriously as you take your writing — let's talk.

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Have you been looking at your writing for so long the words are starting to swim? Are you starting to question if you've caught every affect/effect or put every comma in place? That's where I come in. I'm here to proofread your final work and help make it look as polished as possible. I am a certified general proofreader. I can proofread creative writing, blog posts, journal articles, etc. My focus is: - correcting any grammar or punctuation errors - finding misplaced words (spell check doesn't catch when you type 'said' instead of 'sad') - subject/verb and tense agreement I do all of this while keeping to your format (AP, CMOS, etc.) and your style. I make sure that I'm proofreading within your words, without changing your voice.

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IS THIS YOU? You're an expert, a pro in some field; you have something to say, but you need some help to put it into words, to polish it, and to properly format it for the edification of the English-speaking world. Or perhaps you need an outsider to see what you can't see, so that your flow can be sharpened enough to hit home. Or perhaps you need technical assistance to meet KDP or other publishers' standards. Whatever has been impeding your outreach to the world can be overcome with my assistance. Despite the advances in AI, a bot simply cannot express your original thoughts for you. SOME FEEDBACK "Michael over-delivered on our project. His editing/design skills are exceptional. I learned so much from him. He went out of his way to make sure I got exactly what I wanted. It was a privilege to work with him and I'm honored to call him my friend. If you want the best, look no further. He is world-class." — Dr. Slade Smith "Mike was a very thorough editor and quite knowledgeable about the subject matter. His contributions greatly increased the quality of my manuscript." — Kyle Ferrana "I had a book project that was in rough shape, somewhat disorganized and needed a cover, title, assistance with publishing. Michael checked all the boxes and I'm completely satisfied. If you have a writing project I have great confidence recommending him to you." —Barclay Henderson I CAN SOLVE YOUR PROBLEMS TOO ✅ I can polish your work. I'm a meticulous, experienced editor and proofreader who goes beyond typical simple corrections, to make your writing resonate with the reader. ✅ I'm often called in to repair mangled e-book files and PDFs. ✅ I can also help you in many areas of publishing and translation as demonstrated below: Edited, proofed, formatted, designed covers, and published over 90 books—as long as 800 pages—on Amazon and Google Play Books. Translated 6 books from German, 2 books from Russian, 1 from French, and 1 from Spanish into beautiful American English. Contributed texts and e-books to the Internet Archive. Authored many articles on economic and technical history e.g.: • "AI and Eugène Ionesco—Or Why AI Won't Replace You" • "A Real Revolution in Space" • "The Third Wave of Electrification Has Begun" Special Areas of Interest and Competency: • aerospace • auto • applied science • biography • business and physical economy • history • translation from German, French, or Russian Why Choose Me Over Other Freelancers? ✅ I’m the guy people seek out when they have a problem. Much of what I know has been learned in the process of solving other people’s problems. ✅ Helpful personality. I am known for patiently helping clients work through problems. ✅ Responsiveness. I respond quickly to clients and inquiries. I'm generally available 16 hours a day and seven days a week. Count on me to overdeliver. Editing, proofreading, publishing, and cover design have become a sort of hobby for me. I enjoy my work and believe that, working together, we can have a blast. Check out some of my examples and contact me for your next project! More at WriterShadow.com