I am an award-winning novelist who has published two books with a major New York City publishing house. My first novel went to auction and five publishing houses bid on it. It was also an IndieNext pick. My second book won the 2016 Beverly Hills Book Award for Excellence in Fiction. It was called "Compulsively readable" by Kirkus Reviews. It was number four on PopSugar's list of must-read books, and it was featured in USA Today. My third novel was published by Koehler Books in October, 2019. I have extensive editing, development editing and proofreading experience and have worked with acclaimed authors. I offer everything from intensive manuscript reviews to development editing to proofreading and basic editing. I am also a writing coach with more than twenty years of experience. I have worked for newspapers and magazines as a writer, editor and copyeditor. I had a double minor in college concentrating on fiction and non-fiction writing. I have lectured at writing conferences and workshops all over the country and have taught graduate-level writing courses at major universities. I conduct private writing groups as well as one-on-one coaching for writers wanting to improve their craft and create a more well-developed manuscript. I mentor high school and college students as well as writers of all ages wishing to advance their skills.

Client satisfaction is my top priority, alongside producing high-quality work! I'm a professionally trained copyeditor with a passion for refining written content to perfection. I have a Certificate in Copyediting from UC San Diego Extended Studies and a medical degree from the University of Leicester. My skills will bring a unique blend of medical expertise and linguistic finesse to your projects. Copyediting and proofreading: As a trained copyeditor with a sharp eye for detail, I will rigorously polish your writing to bring out the best in your ideas. I will ensure that your work is not only error-free but also stylistically consistent and engaging. With over 7 years of experience, I've edited everything from academic articles to blogs, e-books, and short stories in a variety of fields, including education, self-help, healthcare, science, technology, and finance. Transcript proofreading: I have extensive experience editing audio transcripts for a wide range of materials, including YouTube videos, audio recordings, and research interviews. I will proofread your transcripts to ensure 100% accuracy with the audio recording. I'll fix typos, grammatical errors, and missing words, and improve punctuation and formatting to enhance readability. Every audio recording will be manually checked (no shortcuts!) to guarantee absolute precision and uniformity. Content writing: Beyond editing, I also offer content creation. My focus lies in crafting a variety of web content that captivates your audience, from engaging podcast summaries to insightful health and wellness articles. As a native English speaker who has lived in various countries, including the UK and Malaysia, I understand the nuances of different language styles. I can seamlessly adapt my work to suit your desired locale and ensure your message resonates effectively. Let's collaborate to refine your content and captivate your audience. Feel free to reach out for copyediting, proofreading, transcript polishing, content writing, and more. Your project's success is my top priority.

You’ve got the draft—I make it publication-ready. Hi, I’m Naseeb Khan—a professional copyeditor and proofreader helping self-published authors and content creators produce work that’s clear, polished, and ready to publish on Amazon KDP and beyond. I help authors, independent publishers, and small teams take projects from "messy" to polished. Having completed over 50 successful projects with consistent 5-star reviews, I understand that every manuscript has a unique voice that deserves to be heard. Whether you are battling a robotic AI draft or struggling with technical KDP margins, I provide the professional precision needed to get your work across the finish line. What I Do: Humanizing AI Content: I transform flat, robotic AI-generated drafts (ChatGPT, Claude, etc.) into natural, engaging, human-sounding prose that builds trust and bypasses detection. Copyediting & Line Editing: I dive deep into your manuscript to improve clarity, pacing, and flow while strictly maintaining your unique authorial voice. Meticulous Proofreading: The final polish—fixing grammar, punctuation, syntax, and consistency errors using Chicago, APA, MLA, or AP styles. KDP & Print Formatting: I provide upload-ready files (validated EPUB + print PDF) with professional typography, proper margins/bleed, and linked Tables of Contents. The Deliverables: Transparency: You will receive a "Track Changes" document showing every edit made, plus a clean final version. Technical Accuracy: Print-ready PDFs and Kindle Previewer-tested EPUBs that meet all Amazon publishing standards. Why Work With Me? I am a passionate reader and editor who treats every manuscript with the care it deserves. My clients are often long-term partners who value my fast communication, reliable deadlines, and "no-surprises" approach to project management. Ready to take your project to the next level? Click the "Invite" button on the top right, and let’s discuss how we can make your words work for you.

Hi there! I'm a professional editor, author, proofreader, and university professor with 17 years of experience. I’m meticulous, I love helping people improve their writing & editing, and I have a real eye for detail. My services include copy editing, line editing, and developmental editing. I can help you with a broad range of content -- my writing & editing background includes psychology, philosophy, biology, business school content, DEI, popular science, statistics, survey construction, website editing, and executive reports. If you're trying to get into a top college or graduate school, I can help you craft the perfect college essay, statement of purpose, or personal statement. I can also help you perfect your master's thesis or PhD dissertation, empirical studies/manuscripts, CV/résumé, and other academic work. For those applying to faculty positions, I can help you craft killer research, teaching, and diversity statements. I can also help with career coaching, especially if you're in academia. In case it's relevant, I'm culturally sensitive, multilingual, and well-traveled, so if you need someone who can write for diverse populations, I'm your person!

"Angela was incredible to work with! Her work was timely and accurate. She communicated clearly, kept me in the loop about her progress on the project, and was able to complete two different tasks (beta reading and copyediting) in advance of milestone deadlines." - Author's feedback on a 30K manuscript project. If you need a copy editor or proofreader: I'm your extra pair of eyes to detect typos, grammatical/syntax errors, confusing sentences or plot holes. Readers can be picky and too many errors can mean the difference between a glowing 5-star review and one that is well... less complimentary. If you need a beta reader: I provide an in-depth report focusing on characters, plot, pacing, style, flow and any particular concerns you have, to ensure your manuscript meets reader expectations and genre tropes. My Services: ☑️ Copy editing ☑️ Proofreading ☑️ Developmental editing ☑️ Beta reading Extra Info: ☑️ Romance specialist but interested in editing and proofreading most genres, including non-fiction ☑️ Native English speaker with a MA in English based in Edinburgh ☑️ 12+ years of writing, copy editing and proofreading experience ☑️ Self-published author ☑️ Timely turnaround (1 week for a 60K word copy edit / proofread) ☑️ Prefer Word.docx using track changes and highlighted comments (but Google Docs OK too) ☑️ Delivery: a tracked changes version and a clean version of your manuscript. ☑️ UK English or US English - either is fine If you need an experienced, affordable copy editor, proofreader or beta reader with a quick turnaround, contact me for a quote!

Hi there! I am an American Native English copy editor and proofreader whose work has been used in/by some of the world's: - ✅ Leading book publishers and news publications (Abrams Books, Forbes) - ✅ High ranking academic journals and institutions (ASCE Library, The US Chamber of Commerce, AAAS) - ✅ Top businesses, brands, and websites (PetSmart, Netflix Originals, PILOT Inc.) ...and I’m very excited to help bring your own writing to life today! I provide you with masterful copy editing, error-free proofreading, and professional formatting - all on a fast turnaround time. With me, you can be sure you're getting the highest quality English editing on the market. My editing process is done entirely by hand, combing through each word and every comma to expertly copy edit and transform your writing into the most professional, powerful, and engaging document possible. What separates great editing from good editing isn't just catching errors, but knowing when to hold back. My job isn't to rewrite your work in my voice; it's to find the strongest version of yours and bring it to the surface. After 500+ projects, I've developed an instinct for exactly where a piece loses momentum, where a sentence is working harder than it needs to, and where a single word change makes a paragraph land the way it was always meant to. Some words from a few of my happy clients: ⭐ - "Lindsey was EXCELLENT! I would highly recommend for any of your editing needs. Flexible, intelligent, highly skilled and all around a great person to work with!" ⭐ - "Lindsey did great work, my book went #1 in 12 Amazon Bestselling categories! and his finishing touches were a great investment!" ⭐ - "Lindsey is the quintessential editor. I could not recommend him more. Such a great guy to work with, very detailed, and eager to overdeliver. And overdeliver is what he did. You will not be disappointed by the level of skill and expertise he offers. One of the best people I've worked with here on Upwork." ⭐ - "Lindsey is legit. He said he could tackle my problem editing with his xp and he most certainly did. Laid out his initial opinion and about the time it should take him then went to work. Not only was it effective, it was extremely prompt. If I ever need an editor again he will have first dibs. No question." ⭐ - "Always great working with Lindsey. Turnaround time is super quick and the work is high class." ⭐ - "I cannot say enough about Lindsey's ability to elevate my writing. If you want to communicate clearly and concisely, Lindsey is the writer and editor you need. Thank you again, Lindsey! :)" ⭐ - "As always, brilliant work. I can trust Lindsey with any writing project and know it will come back sounding and looking AMAZING!" Some examples of services I can provide, broken down by category: ACADEMIC: Editing and proofreading, including paper, dissertation, thesis, essay, and research report revisions. APA 6 and 7, MLA, Harvard, and Chicago Manual of Style formatting are all specialties that I can easily handle! ADMISSIONS: School and university admissions essay coaching, MBA, job application, resume, and CV editing; personal statements and statements of purpose AI CONTENT: Editing and bringing a human touch to enhance AI-generated drafts and make them publishing-ready ARTICLES AND BLOGS: Working with you to find your unique author’s voice and help fine-tune your content to be clear and compelling. I'm deeply familiar with AP Style and Chicago (CMOS) best practices, but I can also quickly interface with custom or in-house style conventions! BOOKS: Fiction and non-fiction book editing and proofreading; short story, epic novel, or autobiography BUSINESS: Correspondence (including B2B), marketing material, and product text, as well as corporate websites, internal documents, email campaigns, content and news articles, sales, and newsletters DEVELOPMENTAL: Assessing content at a high level to help develop ideas, structure, and narrative resonance GRANT WRITING: Polishing grant documents to be persuasive, professional, and clear SCIENTIFIC and MEDICAL: Science and medical proofreading, copy editing, and fact-checking TECHNICAL: Technical editing of internal documentation, manuals, whitepapers, and reports WEBSITES: Website content editing and proofreading across all types of genres and design styles - AND MORE (Don't see your project type listed? Reach out - chances are I can help!) I’m also available on retainer for ongoing or high-priority editing needs. Ready to get started? Send me a message with a brief description of your project (document type, word count, and any deadlines I should know about) and I'll get back to you within 24 hours. I'd love to take a look!

Over 50 years experience in academic, popular, and government writing, editing, and proofreading. B.A. in history/political science and Ph.D. in biology. Author of 11 books (mostly with Johns Hopkins University Press), about 100 articles and book chapters, and numerous government publications. Looking for opportunities to help others improve and complete their documents.

Top-rated Copy Editor | 10+ years Copy Editing & Proofreading | Trusted by bestselling authors I like to think of myself as an editing and proofreading nerd—polishing up a given piece of manuscript brings me too much joy sometimes. With an M.A. in English Literature and years of experience, I've helped hundreds of authors—alongside top publishing houses—bring polished, publication-ready books to life. My goal is to elevate every manuscript to its highest potential through careful proofreading and writing. Here is the list of manuscripts I work on: ▢ Academic manuscripts: Articles, personal statements, dissertations ▢ Books, manuscripts: Nonfiction, fiction, ebooks, children's books ▢ Business manuscripts: Web content, blogs, press releases, white papers, reports, training manuals, marketing copy ▢ Personal manuscripts: Resumes/CVs, emails, social media posts, screenplays, poetry, letters Note: I'm proficient in all major citation/formatting styles (APA, Chicago, Harvard, MLA, Vancouver). I'm here Monday to Sunday, ready to hop on a call, brainstorm, or tackle edits with lightning speed. If you are looking for the best proofreading and editing & proofreading service here on Upwork with guaranteed professionalism, exceptional communication, unmatched customer service, and uncompromising quality, you need look no further. Shoot me a message, and let's make your words unforgettable!

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Dedicated and meticulous writer with strong skills in grammar correction, descriptive enhancement, and vocabulary improvement. I provide thorough proofreading services for informal emails and ensure error-free, polished content ready for publication. - I am currently working to self-publish a novel :) - Have been taught professionally how to proofread emails and books of varying lengths. - Have a flexible schedule that can be easily tuned to fit your needs. - Has an average turn-around time of two weeks when reviewing or proofreading most books. - Am very detail-orientated and can provide descriptive examples and novel reviews. - Have ghostwritten a novel before. - Has a strong concept of what unique character and story ingenuity.