I am a highly experienced (20+ years) museum curator, author, nonfiction writer and researcher. Have extensive experience working in academic and public institutions. Extensive experience of the following areas: -archival & museum research, with particular expertise in natural history and science history. -longform nonfiction wirting, including books in both technical nonfiction and narrative nonfiction. -research papers and grant writing. -shortform nonfiction writing, including exhibition text, magazine and online articles. -nonfiction editing and advice -ghostwriting nonfiction, narrative nonfiction, biographies, memoirs, historical fiction, science fiction, speculative fiction, & other fiction genres. - beta reader

I’m a bilingual Italian–English translator, editor, and dark romance author with a passion for storytelling and language. My debut dark romance novel is set to be published by an Italian publishing house, an experience that has given me in-depth knowledge of the writing, editing, and publishing process. As both an author and an editor, I understand the importance of preserving a text’s voice while ensuring clarity, consistency, and a natural flow. I offer: * Italian ↔ English translation * Editing and proofreading * Manuscript evaluation * Creative writing and ghostwriting * Beta reading and developmental feedback I am detail-oriented, reliable, and committed to delivering high-quality work on time. Whether you need an accurate translation, polished editing, or engaging written content, I will work closely with you to bring your project to its full potential.

Welcome in! Have you just finished a novel, short story, or poetry collection? Are you on the hunt for an editor who will elevate your writing and preserve your unique voice? If so, then I would love to be that editor for you! I am a certified, detail-oriented proofreader and copy editor with experience in manuscript editing, proofreading, and beta reading (though that's more for fun!). I value communicativeness, a high standard of work, and quick, reliable turnaround times. I am proficient in the Chicago Manual of Style, along with several other style guides. Services offered as following: • Structural, mechanical & line editing • Proofreading • Manuscript evaluations Developmental editing services are offered on a case-by-case basis! I look forward to working with you!

Professional author of both fiction and non-fiction, specializing in the true crime, horror, thriller and mystery genres. I am a published author of a series of detective novels, all of which deal with increasingly harrowing subjects and themes. The reception to my work is overwhelmingly positive, something to which I attribute my deep understanding of story, structure, plot and character development. I always strive for the best in my work. I don't believe in doing something by halves. I have a great passion for anything relating to the mysterious, the unknown and the macabre. I have written countless books on unsolved mysteries, serial killers, cult leaders, occult phenomenon and infamous crimes. In addition, I have written TV scripts, video game storylines, choose-your-own-adventure books and even storylines for concept albums. I am degree-educated in criminal psychology and have a passion for anything psychology related. This particular area of interest has led me to work in vastly different areas than my usual fiction niche, such as relationship advice, articles about lie-detection and NLP, and even psychological evaluations of infamous criminals.

Hello, I’m Vicky — a publishing professional with over 20 years’ experience helping authors and publishers bring books to life. I’ve worked across every stage of the publishing journey, from marketing and sales to launching new imprints, and now, as a literary agent and consultant, I specialise in supporting authors with the tools they need to succeed. Here’s how I can help you: • Beta Reading: Honest, constructive feedback on your manuscript to strengthen story, pacing, and reader appeal. • Query Letter Support: Clear, confident redrafts that position you effectively with agents and publishers. • Publishing Guidance: Practical advice on submissions, sales channels, and market positioning, explained in plain English. I’m known for being warm, approachable, and collaborative. My goal is to make the publishing process feel less intimidating and more empowering, whether you’re polishing your first draft or preparing to pitch your book. If you’re looking for a professional who understands both the creative and commercial sides of publishing — and who will treat your work with care — I’d love to support you.

With 10+ years of creative writing and creative direction under my belt, I'm your go-to for all things fiction and content creation. I'm Mahum, and I've been creating something out of nothing for various clients over the past 10 years, both on and off freelance platforms. If you've only got a vague idea of what you want, leave it to me to flesh it out for you in an outline so you can finally bring it all to life! The goal is to keep your audience engaged and sticking around for more, so check out my Creative Direction and Ghostwriting tabs to the left for more details about each service.

Need help with the pacing of your picture book text? Not sure about the reading level of your chapter book? Is your novel's structure in need of some TLC? I can help you with all of these issues and more. I love diving into a manuscript and helping to strengthen and polish it with your unique voice shining through. I'm a member of the Editorial Freelancers Association and the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators. Whether you are planning to publish independently or are getting your manuscript ready to submit to agents, contact me to discuss working together. Below are the services I provide with the scope of work generally included in each. I may offer discounts when hired for more than one service, and I can always fine tune the service I deliver based on your specific needs. I can invoice based on hours worked or flat fees. I'm very flexible. This list is just to give us a starting point and enhance clarity in our communications. BETA READ I’ll give you broad feedback such as: what I liked and wanted to see more of; what I found distracting (continuity issues, etc.); where I thought the story lagged or felt rushed; characters or plot lines that need fleshing out; what might make me want (or not want) to recommend it to other readers. You’ll receive a brief feedback report, taking into account the above items as well as your intended audience. This generally does not include any corrections or specific suggestions, just an overview of the manuscript's strengths and weakness from a reader's point of view. MANUSCRIPT ASSESSMENT (aka EDITORIAL ASSESSMENT) I’ll read your manuscript closely and provide a detailed editorial report focusing on big-picture elements such as your plot, structure, characters, world-building, and craft issues, taking into account the age of your target audience and market trends. I will include some examples from your manuscript to illustrate my notes on the manuscript’s strengths and weaknesses, as well as suggestions for improvement. There are few, if any, notes within the manuscript. DEVELOPMENTAL EDIT (aka STRUCTURAL EDIT) Like a manuscript assessment, a developmental edit also gives you big-picture feedback on your manuscript, but then goes much deeper. A more extensive editorial report with specific examples from your manuscript and suggestions to help you flesh out and develop your next draft. Constructive feedback throughout every chapter of your manuscript via in-manuscript comments. Identifying where your book fits in with your target market, based on your publishing goals and potential comp titles to help pitch your book to agents or help you market it yourself. LINE EDIT More stylistic and in-depth than a copy edit, which is concerned with catching mechanical errors. A line edit is usually done before a copy edit. Each service requires a separate close reading of the manuscript focusing on entirely different questions. Line editing considers flow, word choice, passages that could read more smoothly, etc. Addresses issues such as: redundancy, confusing or unclear sections, unnatural changes in tone, pacing, etc. It is a detailed sentence-level edit. A line edit will often catch some mechanical errors in passing but isn't the same as a full copy edit. There will be notes on the pages of the manuscript. COPY EDIT Fixes things at a technical level, such as errors in punctuation and grammar. Changes are suggested on the pages of your manuscript to improve the accuracy, consistency, and flow of the text. An industry style guide (such as Chicago Manual of Style or AP Style) is used to help ensure consistency. A comprehensive style sheet is created specifically for your book to keep track of editorial decisions, spelling of places, character names, unusual terminology. A copyedit may also include some formatting and tidying up if needed, such as chapter headings, page breaks, scene breaks, and indents. A copy edit is combing through a manuscript for typos and other mistakes before it goes to print, not focusing on questions of style.

I deliver clear, compelling writing tailored to your specific needs. With expertise spanning literature analysis, academic research, business reporting, and technical documentation, I adapt my style to match your project requirements perfectly. What I bring to your project: - Versatile writing across multiple formats and disciplines - Strong command of academic and professional writing standards - Technical proficiency (Microsoft Suite, Stata) for data-driven content - Meticulous proofreading and editing to ensure error-free deliverables - Quick turnaround times with flexible availability Whether you need polished academic essays, detailed research reports, or crisp business content, I'm committed to producing work that exceeds expectations. My attention to detail and responsiveness means you'll receive quality results on time, every time. Let's discuss how I can help bring your project to life.

I am an experienced writing and editorial professional who is capable, competent, creative, meticulous, and reliable. I am a clear thinker with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate at all levels, working well under pressure and exacting deadlines. * I am an experienced project manager, having project managed all aspects of print production and online content management for academic journals. * I am a qualified editor and proofreader, having obtained certification from the Publishing Training Centre and the Chartered Institute of Editors and Proofreaders. * I thrive under pressure and will never miss a deadline. I have a very strong work ethic and will work hard to achieve your goals, clarifying any points of ambiguity with you directly.

Trabajo también como fonoaudióloga, y mi desempeño ha consistido principalmente en el desarrollo y uso de habilidades lingüísticas, en el ámbito de comunicación y lenguaje. Estoy bastante familiarizada con las áreas de redacción, traducción y edición de textos