If you need someone who's reliable, communicative and committed to delivering exceptional work, then you've found the right person. Here’s what to expect if you hire me for proofreading and editing: ✔️ Accuracy, clarity and attention to detail ✔️ Prompt and straightforward communication ✔️ A quick turnaround without compromising on quality Contact me and I'll ensure that your text is as perfect as possible. Isabelle Anne Abraham === SERVICE DESCRIPTION === 1. I'll first take a look at your document to determine which level of editing it requires: 🔸 Proofreading (polishing) Before your writing is published, it needs a final review—beyond a simple spellcheck. I’ll correct typographical errors (typos/misprints) as well as formatting errors in spacing, headings, page numbers, captions, table of contents, footnotes, etc. I'll double-check design elements, and if specified, I’ll also ensure that the text conforms to a style guide. 🔸 Light editing (adjusting) Also known as copy-editing, this is usually what most people require. I’ll correct spelling, grammar, punctuation and problems with syntax / sentence structure. I’ll also check for consistency in style and tone, making sure that the text is concise and flows smoothly. 🔸 Heavy editing (overhauling) Others refer to this as line editing or content editing. Whatever you want to call it, this includes any or all of the following: heavy editing, rewording and sometimes structural editing. I also check for ambiguities, repetitiveness, inappropriate diction, etc. Although I don't offer complete rewrites, I can rephrase where necessary—while maintaining your voice and keeping your target reader in mind. 2. Select a style guide to be applied to your text: • Associated Press Stylebook (AP 2017) • Chicago Manual of Style (CMoS 17th ed.) • In-house style guide (if you have one) • New Oxford Style Manual (2016) • Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (APA 7th ed.) 3. Choose American English or British English. I've worked with both throughout my life, so either can be used for your specific audience. 4. Pick a platform on which you'd like me to work: • MS Word (using Track Changes if requested), Excel or PowerPoint • A basic text editor like Notepad • Google Docs (using Suggestions mode if requested) • Adobe Acrobat Reader (using the Comment tools) • Directly in your CMS (Google Sites, Squarespace, Weebly, Wix, WordPress) • Print, correct and scan (for an extra fee) === WORK TERMS === ◆ I'm available for up to 30 hours a week, including weekends. ◆ Urgent deadlines can be prioritized—preferably with advance notice. ◆ I can work on both short- and long-term projects, with individuals or teams. ◆ Confidentiality is guaranteed; I'm willing to sign an NDA before commencing the work. ◆ I prefer communicating through Upwork, email or online collaboration tools (Basecamp, Slack, Trello, Wrike, etc.). === PROOFREADING & EDITING BACKGROUND + PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE === I’m a native English speaker and have always been interested in the written word. I started editing in primary school, where a few classmates would pay me to check their homework before they submitted it to the teacher! I earned my Bachelor of Journalism from Rhodes University in South Africa, where I specialized in Writing & Editing, majored in English Literature, and took a course in English Language & Linguistics. Additionally, I was part of the campus newspaper's editorial team as a chief sub-editor and subsequently deputy editor-in-chief. Since then, I've collaborated with numerous authors, businesses and other professionals to make their writing as flawless as it can be. The variety of projects that I've worked on includes: • Flyers, brochures, emails and letters • Federal government bids and grant proposals • Academic papers (essays, dissertations, theses, etc.) • Scientific articles, technical reports and product manuals • Mobile apps, video scripts, online courses and card games • Legal documents such as contracts and patent applications • Ebooks, printed books (non-fiction) and children’s literature • Translations and texts written by non-native English speakers • Blogs, news articles, website content and marketing materials • CVs/resumes, cover letters, personal statements and LinkedIn profiles • Business plans & presentations, pitch decks, white papers and case studies === ADDITIONAL EDITORIAL SERVICES === • Content management: managing publishing schedules; assigning content to writers and providing them with feedback • Style guide development: creating an in-house style guide or improving/expanding an existing one • Search engine optimization in WordPress: adding sub-headings, titles, tags, image texts, meta description, focus keyword; improving SEO and Readability score • Writing: articles and blog content (with attribution) • Transcribing: verbatim or edited transcripts for a range of English accents

⚡ Why Clients Choose Me Over Others With years of proven experience in eBook design, publishing, and promotion, I deliver not just a file but a professional, market-ready product that sells and stands out. My clients trust me because I combine creativity, technical precision, and publishing expertise to bring their vision to life. ✅ Years of Hands-On Experience in Book Formatting , Design & eBook Publishing ✅ Proven Track Record of delivering visually stunning, device-compatible eBooks ✅ On-Time Delivery with unlimited revisions until you’re 100% satisfied ✅ Clear Communication so you’re always updated no guesswork My Expertise Includes: ✅ Book Formatting for Print & Digital Editions ✅ eBook Design & Formatting (EPUB2, EPUB3, MOBI, KF8, Reflowable & Fixed Layout) ✅ Professional Manuscript Formatting for Kindle, IngramSpark, Lulu, and Barnes & Noble ✅ eBook Design & Formatting (EPUB2, EPUB3, MOBI, KF8) ✅ Kindle eBooks for Amazon KDP ✅ Fixed Layout eBooks (Children’s Books, Comics, Recipe Books, Art Books) ✅ Read-Aloud eBooks with text highlighting ✅ Reflowable ePub for iPad, Kobo, and all major eReaders ✅ Accessibility Compliant EPUB3 ✅ eBook Conversion from PDF, Word, InDesign ✅ InDesign to ePub Conversion ✅ Apple Fixed Layout to Kindle KF8 ✅ Amazon Kindle Fire , Fixed & Standard Layout ✅ Audio/Video Embedded eBooks ✅ Bilingual eBooks (e.g., English & Chinese) ✅ Print Layouts and Paperbacks for Amazon KDP & IngramSpark ✅ Ghostwriting Support & Manuscript Preparation ✅ eBook Publishing Setup (Amazon, Apple Books, Kobo, Google Play) 🧠 Expertise in Platforms & Formats: • EPUB, MOBI, KF8, Fixed Layout, Reflowable • Kindle, iBooks, Kobo, Google Play Books • Adobe InDesign, Sigil, Calibre, Kindle Previewer, Vellum • KDP, iTunes Producer, Kobo Writing Life • Print-Ready PDFs for Paperback & Hardback Publishing 💎 AFFORDABLE PRICING 💎 HIGH-QUALITY, PROFESSIONAL RESULTS 💎 100% ORIGINAL FORMATTING & DESIGN 💎 FAST TURNAROUND 💎 CLIENT-FIRST COMMUNICATION With a strong foundation in digital publishing, I specialize in bringing manuscripts ensuring compatibility across devices, clean formatting, and a premium reader experience. Whether it's a children’s book, novel, or complex educational content, I’m here to help you publish with confidence. Let’s create a beautiful, professional eBook together. Ready to get started within 24 hours!

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I am a writer, teacher, philosopher, and audience-growth strategist with over 20 years of experience in creative fields. My expertise lies at the intersection of psychology, spirituality, philosophy, healing, music and digital audience development. I have created content in a wide variety of formats including books, e-books, articles, blogs, newsletters, social media campaigns, video transcripts, educational courses, ad copy, landing pages, and marketing funnels. In addition to ghostwriting, I help creators, artists and musicians grow their audiences through strategic content and paid advertising. I specialize in Meta (Facebook and Instagram) advertising campaigns designed to increase visibility, build engaged communities, and drive Spotify growth for artists and music brands. Having studied and practiced these disciplines through many different schools of thought and under a wide variety of teachers and mentors, I am able to write from the perspective that best serves each client's unique vision and audience. Some clients prefer a scientific, evidence-based or psychological framework, while others are interested in metaphysical, spiritual, or esoteric perspectives. Likewise, some clients are focused on education and thought leadership, while others seek audience growth, brand development, and music promotion. My strength lies in bridging these worlds through compelling storytelling, persuasive communication, and authentic messaging. My specialties include: • Jungian Psychology • Individuation • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) • Myers-Briggs & Psychological Typology • Enneagram • Neuroscience • Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) • Biohacking & Human Performance • Growth Mindset Development • Attachment Theory • Trauma Integration • Archetypal Psychology • Hermeticism • Buddhism • Taoism • Kabbalah • Christianity • Symbolism & Mythology • Consciousness Studies • Meditation & Mindfulness • Shamanic Traditions • Somatic Therapies • Yoga & Ayurveda • Prophecy • Astral Projection • Alternative Healing Modalities • Astrology, Tarot & Divination • Creativity & Personal Development • Spiritual Philosophy & Metaphysics Marketing & Audience Growth: • Meta Ads (Facebook & Instagram) • Spotify Growth Campaigns • Music Release Promotion • Artist Branding & Positioning • Audience Development • Conversion-Focused Ad Copy • Content Strategy • Personal Brand Growth • Social Media Strategy Whether I am ghostwriting a book on consciousness, developing educational content for a coach, creating persuasive marketing copy, or managing ad campaigns that help musicians reach new listeners on Spotify, my goal remains the same: to communicate meaningful ideas in ways that inspire, uplift and serve the highest interest of humankind. I am adept at translating complex concepts into clear, relatable, and compelling language. My writing is polished, engaging, and deeply researched, while my marketing work is guided by data, psychology, and an understanding of what motivates human behavior. When you hire me, you gain access not only to a skilled writer but also to a multidisciplinary knowledge base cultivated through decades of study, teaching, creative work, and audience development. Feel free to send me your ideas, keywords, outlines, first drafts, marketing goals, or campaign objectives. Whether your aim is to educate, inspire, heal, or grow an audience, I would be delighted to collaborate with you in bringing your vision to life.

Multicultural, meticulous, and memorable describe my unique, passionate approach to online editing/proofreading, blogging, content writing, teaching/tutoring, mentoring, and collaborating. I possess an "All the World's a Stage" study and work history of 16 years + as a teacher, drama coach, choreographer, writer, editor, and scholar in America, Europe, and Asia. In brief, I deliver friendly, honest, punctual, thorough, professional, creative, and inclusive services. As Socrates insisted, “Education is the kindling of a flame, not the filling of a vessel.” Let's ignite the fire and begin our collaborative journey together!

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Let me help you polish your manuscript and strengthen your story. Using The Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS) and Merriam-Webster Dictionary, I provide professional editing that helps authors meet industry standards while improving clarity, consistency, pacing, and reader engagement. Need words cut? I'm particularly skilled at simplifying complex sentences, tightening prose, and identifying areas where the story can be strengthened without losing your unique voice. My goal is not only to improve your current manuscript but also to help you grow as a writer. I believe in teaching the craft through the editing process so you can apply those lessons to future projects. Whether you're pursuing traditional publishing, hybrid publishing, or self-publishing, I provide thoughtful, constructive feedback designed to help your book reach its full potential. Ideal for: • Romance • Women's Fiction • Family Sagas • Cozy Mysteries • Fantasy • Contemporary Fiction • Clean and Sweet Fiction • Self-Publishing and Hybrid Authors Seeking Professional Editorial Support I have experience editing romance, women's fiction, cozy mysteries, fantasy, romantic suspense, historical fiction, and nonfiction, with a focus on helping author strength story structure and prose.

Having served as a professional editor and writer for more than ten years now, working with both fiction and nonfiction, my passion revolves around helping authors and publishers find the full potential of their manuscripts. My work is loosely split between working with indie authors and publishers, and so I also do work on blurbs, synopses, and queries, but only for works that I've edited or been directly involved in as a writing coach/consultant. In all tasks, though, I have an excellent eye for detail, and with my extended background as a writer and teacher, I can be depended upon to offer professional guidance at every turn, eliminate errors and inconsistencies, and meet all deadlines. By turns, I work as a writing coach, editor, and ghostwriter, matching my talents to my clients' needs. In each of these roles, I only take on projects that suit my skills--so, if you ask me to edit or write in a genre where I have no experience, I'll be the first to tell you I'm not your ideal fit. But, when I do take on a project, you can be sure that it will become a top priority and receive the attention and skill it deserves. When it comes to nonfiction, I'm got a varied background that crosses a variety of disciplines and types of writing. I've edited and copyedited a number of dissertations and academic articles within the humanities and sciences, and I've developed a close familiarity with details of grammar and citation styles (as I've worked as both a freelance copyeditor and as the assistant director of a university-level writing center). That said, academic work is no longer my focus, and you'll more often find me working on memoirs, self-help and business books, books related to health and wellness, and books that have some intersection with social justice, science/nature, current events, or culture. I've also worked on a number of books related to travel and history, as well as philosophy. In fiction, I have experience in various genres, including (but not limited to): science fiction, fantasy, speculative fiction, horror, suspense/thrillers, mystery, romance (of various subgenres, but especially paranormal, suspense, billionaire, dark, and contemporary), historical fiction, and literary fiction. My experience focuses on adult and YA material--I'm not the best fit for middle grade or children's books. Regarding editing, specifically: I've been freelancing on a full-time basis since August of 2014, and I love keeping an eclectic calendar so that I always have a fresh eye for each new manuscript. I track all work via Word's Track Changes feature, using the comments feature for feedback as needed. In terms of writing, I hire out as a fixer just as often as a writer--this means that I work through a complete novel, elevating the writing and 'fixing' issues that come up in relation to the story, character, pacing, genre, etc. Essentially, hiring me as a 'fixer' means that you've got a complete draft, and it's in decent shape, but you know it needs work and want it to reach the next level without your being directly involved in the revision. Many of my 'fixing' jobs come to me because an author needs to adjust word count up or down significantly, but is at a loss for how to do so without detracting from a project's quality or bringing in outside help. With nonfiction, I need to be 100% sure that I'm the right fit for a project before taking it on, so engaging in a detailed conversation ahead of hiring is always a must. My work in ghostwriting fiction has been focused around paranormals, suspense, romance, horror, SFF, and nonfiction, and I only hire out as a ghostwriter for adult work (vs YA). Lastly, I often serve as a writing coach, helping authors complete their first full manuscript or finish a project that's been languishing on their desktop for years. I take an immense amount of pride in my track record for helping first-time writers succeed as writers, and limit the number of coaching clients I take on at any given time in order to make sure I'm available on short-notice for meetings, crises, and content reviews/edits. This process looks different for every client and project, as I tailor my approach to each individual and job, so please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions about how it might best work for you.

I am a scholar of Communication Studies (Ph. D.) and former professor of persuasion with over ten years of experience teaching and publishing academic research at three American universities. I have six peer-reviewed publications at journals related to communication studies, media, and environmental communication. I've also worked with past clients to copy edit and develop submissions to journals associated with management studies, psychology, public policy, philosophy, and other fields in the social-sciences and humanities. In addition to writing for an academic audience, I’ve worked with a number of industry professionals from a wide range of specialties to produce industry white papers and online materials for a public audience. I pride myself on my accessibility and demonstrated ability to produce high-quality deliverables on a deadline. I can almost always reply to client messages within two hours (between 6 am and 8 pm EST). Given advanced notice, I can often provide considerable manuscript revisions and complete full length draft projects within 7-10 days. I am happy to have a brief pre-contract (free) onboarding call. Please message me to schedule.

I am a highly experienced American editor and writer based in Europe, which offers you a unique time-zone advantage. Because I'm hours ahead, I can work on your project while you're offline—ensuring that your work keeps moving forward. I’m a professional editor and writer with an extensive background spanning the full lifecycle of print publications—from original writing and copyediting to production and final print layouts. I hold master’s degrees in anthropology and counseling psychology, along with certificates in nonfiction writing and equity and diversity. My work focuses on clarity, accuracy, correct grammar and mechanics, stylistic consistency, voice preservation, and presentation. PLEASE NOTE: I don't provide structural or developmental editing, curriculum development, scholarly or academic editing, citation or reference formatting, or marketing or web copy. My freelance services are focused within two distinct areas: 1. K–6 Educational Content (Educational Publishers & TpT Creators) • Nonfiction Writing: I've authored 300+ leveled books and hundreds of reading passages for educational publishers, including Reading A–Z, Benchmark Education, and Pearson. I specialize in translating science, history, and cultural concepts into age-appropriate, grade-aligned text. • Copyediting & Text Leveling: I've edited thousands of educational student materials and teacher-facing guides. For student text, I ensure strict compliance with Lexile and other readability metrics. 2. Adult Nonfiction Books • Psychology, Health & Professional Growth: Leveraging a background in counseling psychology and professional coaching, I edit books across a range of topics—including general psychology, Internal Family Systems (IFS), coaching, wellness, career development, and financial literacy. I ensure clarity and accessibility while protecting each author's authentic voice. • Cultural & Inclusive Focus: Drawing on a master’s degree in anthropology and a certificate in equity and diversity, I provide attentive editing for manuscripts addressing diverse populations, disability, immigrant experiences, and multicultural perspectives. • Notable & Bestselling Projects: I have provided meticulous copyediting and proofreading for high-profile books, including three titles by Internal Family Systems (IFS) founder Dr. Richard C. Schwartz, Rebecca Fett’s global health bestseller "It Starts with the Egg," and a New York Times best-selling finance book. Technical Scope & Capabilities • Editorial Standards: Expert application of the Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS) across line editing, copyediting, and final proofreading stages. • Layout & Design: Design and creation of print-ready layouts as well as meticulous quality-control reviews of prepublication pages, backed by years of experience as a full-time graphic artist. • Workflow Environments: Day-to-day proficiency in Word Track Changes and Acrobat Pro markup; proficient in Google Docs; experience working with Adobe InCopy. Note: I format for print only and don't create ePub files, but I can confidently refer you to an excellent Upwork ePub specialist I've partnered with for ten years. If your project requires an experienced, detail-oriented professional who ensures clarity and accuracy while maintaining deadlines, please contact me to discuss your project. What my clients say: "I've worked for major New York book publishers and top-tier university presses, and Kirin is one of the best copy editors I've encountered. She is an editor's dream: sharp, analytical, logical, detail-oriented, and a pleasure to work with. I rest easier knowing that she's on the case whenever she tackles one of my projects." —John Rousselle, Former Senior Content Editor, Reading A–Z "Best proofreader/editor I have ever worked with, and I've worked with many. Meticulous, extremely knowledgeable, and thorough—she was born for this kind of work and does it extremely well." —Andrew Neitlich, Founder and Director, The Center for Executive Coaching "Kirin has an incredibly sharp eye for language and layouts. She capitalizes on her extensive publishing experience and also consults appropriate reference tools to support her copyediting and proofing decisions. Kirin also has an amazing ability to rephrase scientific text to suit an audience and to unravel obscure concepts for the reader in clear, concise terms." —Douglas Tepper, Former Executive Editor, Science A–Z "Kirin has edited for me for several years. She is thorough and quick, and her editing is the best! She takes my writing and makes it even better, offering an elegance of language as well as suggestions that are spot on. On top of all that, she is very easy to work with. I recommend her highly." —Patrick Williams, EdD, Master Certified Coach, Founder of the Institute for Life Coach Training