Editing and proofreading is my jam! I have an eagle eye for errors, and I find tremendous joy in taking rough content to the next level so it truly sparkles. My creativity is matched by my technical knowledge, so there's no project I can't tackle!

Hello! My name is Alyssa; welcome to my profile! I'm an experienced editor, outline creator, and book coach with thirteen years of experience in the industry. I offer various editing services, including syntax/grammar/spelling editing, developmental editing, outline creation, and more. I specialize in fiction, biographies, non-fiction works and am a recommended contractor for the FPA. Find me on my new website! alyssaswritingsolutions.ca I look forward to working with you!

I’m a freelance line editor and proofreader focused on clarity, structure, and tone for complex or sensitive content. I help make writing readable and human without losing the writer's voice. My work centers on developmental and line editing—clarifying ideas, improving flow, and guiding readers through the story seamlessly.

I’m a writer and editor. I have training in technical, scientific, and creative writing. I have experience in technical writing, social media content creation, educational content development, and creative writing.

Most authors don't hire me because they need an editor. They hire me because something in the manuscript isn't working, and they can't see it anymore. After months or years spent writing a book, familiarity becomes a blind spot. You know what every scene means. You understand every character's motivation. You know exactly why a chapter exists and where the story is going. Your readers don't. What feels clear to the author can feel confusing to the reader. What feels emotionally powerful on the page can fail to land. A strong premise can lose momentum because of pacing issues, structural weaknesses, inconsistent characterization, or scenes that are not doing the work they should. That is where professional editing becomes invaluable. I am a Book Editor, Developmental Editor, and Ghostwriter with a Master's Degree in Creative Writing and professional training in developmental editing, copyediting, proofreading, children's literature, and publishing. I work with authors who are serious about creating books that engage readers, communicate effectively, and stand confidently in today's publishing landscape. My role goes beyond correcting grammar or polishing sentences. I help authors understand how their manuscript is actually being experienced by the people who matter most: their readers. Whether you are writing a romance novel, children's book, memoir, fiction manuscript, or nonfiction book, I provide the editorial insight needed to strengthen your manuscript while preserving your unique voice. What I Help Authors Solve Many manuscripts struggle for reasons that are not immediately obvious to the writer. Sometimes the story starts strong but loses momentum midway. Sometimes the characters are interesting but fail to create emotional investment. Sometimes the writing is technically sound, but the reader never becomes fully immersed in the story. Other times, the manuscript simply needs a professional eye to identify what is working, what is not, and what can be improved. I help authors uncover those issues and provide practical, actionable solutions. My Services Developmental Editing Developmental editing focuses on the foundation of your manuscript. I evaluate: • Story structure • Plot development • Character arcs • Pacing and narrative flow • Reader engagement • Emotional impact • Chapter effectiveness • Theme and consistency • Manuscript assessments and editorial critiques You will receive detailed feedback designed to help you strengthen the manuscript as a whole, not just individual pages. Book Editing For authors whose manuscripts need refinement at the sentence level, I provide: • Line Editing • Copyediting • Clarity and readability improvements • Dialogue refinement • Voice preservation • Consistency reviews • Grammar, punctuation, and syntax correction All edits are delivered professionally using Microsoft Word Track Changes. Children's Book Editing Children's books require a different editorial approach than adult manuscripts. I help authors develop stories that are age-appropriate, engaging, and emotionally resonant for young readers. Services include: • Picture Book Editing • Chapter Book Editing • Middle Grade Editing • Story flow and pacing • Read-aloud rhythm • Age-appropriate language • Character and theme development As both an editor and a parent, I understand the balance required to create stories that connect with children while remaining meaningful to the adults reading alongside them. Romance Editing & Ghostwriting Romance readers expect emotional depth, believable character chemistry, and satisfying story progression. I help strengthen: • Character relationships • Emotional tension • Romantic development • Story pacing • Reader satisfaction • Emotional payoff Whether you need editing or ghostwriting support, I can help shape a romance manuscript that keeps readers emotionally invested from beginning to end. What You Can Expect ✔ Honest, constructive feedback ✔ Detailed editorial guidance ✔ Practical revision recommendations ✔ Professional Track Changes editing ✔ Respect for your voice and creative vision ✔ Clear and responsive communication ✔ A collaborative editing experience ✔ A stronger manuscript than the one you submitted My goal is not to rewrite your book. My goal is to help you write the strongest version of it. Several clients have praised my ability to identify structural issues, strengthen pacing, improve character consistency, and provide thoughtful developmental feedback that significantly improved their manuscripts. If you have invested months or years into your book, it deserves an editor who will approach it with the same level of care and attention that you brought to writing it. If you are ready to strengthen your manuscript, refine your story, or bring a book idea to life, I would be happy to discuss your project.

🥇 TOP RATED PLUS (Top 3%) on the Upwork marketplace. 🥇 Completed 400+ successful projects. 🥇 Over 5+ years of experience. I am ready to help you with: ✅ Video Editing ✅ Video Production ✅ Video Post-Editing ✅ Video Transition ✅ Social Media Video ✅ 360-degree Video Editing ✅ Animation ✅ 3D Animation ✅ 2D Animation ✅ Motion Graphics ✅ Podcast Editing ✅ Explainer Videos Can handle: - 12-24 hours turnaround time - 4k to even 8k videos My skills include working with: Adobe package (Premier Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Audition) Hi there, Thanks for viewing my profile! I have been working as a professional Video Editor for about 5+ long years, and I've also gained experience in other related sectors. Among thousands of specialists in this field, what differentiates me from others is my problem-solving methods. My uniqueness, creativity, and transparency in my work bring positive outcomes for my clients. All of my clients have been satisfied with the quality of my video editing. Being an expert in video editing software and techniques, I have adequate knowledge to transform raw footage into compelling visual stories. I create engaging, modern, and visually appealing videos. I help you enhance your brand or message by delivering high-quality video content that resonates with your audience. I can't wait to hear from you. The 🏆 Client Reviews 🏆 below which you will find in my reviews section and numerous others like it, describes the quality of work and value that you can expect from working with me. Let's collaborate and make your project shine. Contact me, and let's turn your vision into reality!

With over 41 years of dedication to the editing and publishing field, my expertise and focus lies in assisting writers to produce content that is not only grammatically of high standard, but is engaging to the reader. Myriad subtle elements have an indirect but profound impact on a piece of writing on its reader. My linguistic proficiency shapes my approach to editing, where every word is chosen with purpose, every concept is logically presented, and the structure and flow of a piece of writing is smooth and harmonious. I offer: - Copy-editing: I have worked on a vast array of different genres, industries, and subjects, editing everything from books, to business communiqués, ad copy, websites, articles, blogs, and various other manuscripts. - Developmental editing: I have very many authors whose books are successfully selling, which I have helped develop, edit, and proofread (over 987 books - fiction and non-fiction to date - on Upwork but mainly outside this platform, working for various publishing houses - see below for list; references available on request). - Skilled academic editing (theses/dissertations/journal articles), I am au fait with various academic referencing styles (e.g. APA, Harvard, MLA, Chicago/CMOS/Turabian, MHRA, etc.). Professors, graduates, and students all pepper my resume with glowing thanks. I currently have a 100% pass rate for all my postgraduate students. (References available on request.) - I also offer the unique benefit of having TEFL experience (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) and quickly and easily read beyond sometimes awkward language (for example, of non-first language English speakers/writers) so as to rephrase/restructure, and advise content that is correct, reads smoothly and is engaging. - I am skilled at KDP/Ingramspark/print formatting (in Word but can convert to other programs if need be) and can provide documents crafted to specifications for publishing via your publisher of choice in all three formats: hardcover, paperback and e-book. - My many years of experience in design and layout adds a unique benefit ... having an editor (who knows your material well) also design your book ensures all elements are appropriately and effectively presented. I also provide design guidance and/or do the design, sourcing design elements and images (including fonts) that are free for commercial use for you to approve. - I have extensive publishing experience (having worked as a Managing Editor for Pearson Publishers, editing, proofreading, and project management), as well as freelance with ESI Press (University of Pretoria), Publishing World SA, Jonathan Ball Publishers, Print on Demand Publishers, Accelerated Authors' Academy and Word 2 Kindle. I thus am familiar with working to publishers' style guides and specifications. I also have 18 years' full-time experience as Editor of the SA Navy's flagship publication Navy News Magazine and Creative Director of the SA Navy Multi-Media Center during which I did extensive editing and proofreading, and also established, ran, trained, and worked in the DTP/design and layout section. I am currently the editor of Sisterhood Sleuth Magazine, overseeing development, editorial and design. - Skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Canva, Access, GoogleDocs, WordPress, Asana, Slack, ClickUp, Caliber, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign. - Proficient in academic referencing styles: APA (all versions), Chicago (Chicago Manual of Style all versions), Turabian, MLA, Harvard, AP, IEEE, MHRA, AAA. - Proficient in US, British, South African, Canadian, New Zealand, and Australian English

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.

Hi! Welcome to my profile. For more than 30 years, I have been a professional fiction and nonfiction editor and proofreader. In addition to six in-house years with a publisher, I have more than twenty years of freelance experience and have worked with publishers, companies, and writers all over the world. As a Chicago style expert, I edit and proofread fiction (all genres, children's, YA, and adult) and nonfiction (educational and marketing materials, business books, and self-help books). With a strong background in fiction editing, I am--unlike many editors--an expert at dialogue punctuation and paragraph breaks. I edit MS Word documents using track changes, PDF files using Adobe's highlight/note function, and hard copy using the old-fashioned red pen. If you hire me, you'll get a detail- and deadline-oriented editor and proofreader who is easy to work with.

I am a really strong editor/proofreader who writes both fiction and non-fiction. As a writer, editor, copy editor, and proofreader, I've done freelance work for twelve years through my company, Wynnpix Productions. I edited over 60 books of fiction and non-fiction for Booktrope Publishing in Seattle and over 100 for Action Wealth Publishing in London. I have helped dozens of independent writers with everything from line editing and proofreading to file formatting and setup on all publishing platforms. Find many of my books linked on my website, WynnpixProductions dot com. I also do ghostwriting and copy writing and I'm skilled at formatting and assisting authors in all genres self-publish on paperback and ebook platforms around the world. I specialize in assisting artists, experts, and authors tell unique stories and share their messages, particularly in the areas of health and wellness, business and non-profit management, self-actualization and spirituality, film and media, and all aspects of arts and culture. I also write contemporary and MG/YA fiction, available on Amazon, and just published a family history in 3 languages. I have been an entertainment and non-profit media arts executive for decades, focusing on narrative feature film and the professional development of writers, producers, and directors. I led a national media diversity organization and have extensive experience in fundraising and advocacy. As a former film business and non-profit executive/producer, I have researched/written/re-written tons of proposals, reports, business letters, resumes, non-fiction, speeches, grants, etc. plus published short stories. I have a master's degree from UCLA in semiotics, film and media.. My editing work includes fiction (romance, supernatural, action, crime, historical, contemporary; faeries, dragons, a few zombies, quite a few startling true FBI tales; international, domestic, literary); non-fiction memoir, biography, workbooks, self-help and inspirational, business and high-tech, film and all arts. I have clients all around the world, including many in the UK, Uganda, and the African diaspora. I'm a native English-language speaker with a BA in English from a top school. My portfolio includes links to dozens of published edited, proofed, and formatted books plus grant proposals, published interviews, my own YA fiction and other writing (academic or fiction), and available samples in many genres. I can do transcriptions, markups, direct corrections (recommended), or even a combination. Chicago style preferred; can do MLA and others.