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⭐ Top Rated | Top 10% of Talent on Upwork
✅ 10+ Years in Proofreading, Editing, Formatting & Presentation Design
✅ 300+ Books, Manuscripts, Documents & Decks Delivered
✅ 150+ Global Clients
I'm a certified proofreader and copy editor offering professional proofreading, copy editing, document formatting, and presentation design services.
Your document is often the first impression a client, professor, or investor gets of you. If it's cluttered, inconsistent, or full of typos, that impression suffers before anyone reads a single idea. That's the problem I fix.
Here's what I can do for you:
𝟭. 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 & 𝗖𝗼𝗽𝘆 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴
Proofreading and editing for books, ebooks, novels, manuscripts, academic papers, theses, dissertations, essays, blog posts, website content, business documents, reports, and marketing copy. I handle grammar, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, clarity, consistency, and tone, following style guides like APA, MLA, and Chicago. You get clean, error-free, publish-ready text with your voice intact.
𝟮. 𝗗𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 & 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻
Formatting for Microsoft Word, PDF, and Google Docs, including book formatting, ebook formatting (Kindle/KDP-ready), manuscript formatting, CV and resume design, cover letters, business reports, proposals, handbooks, manuals, training guides, templates, and letterheads. I fix broken styles, headings, tables of contents, page numbers, margins, and layouts so your document looks consistent, professional, and easy to navigate.
𝟯. 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻
Custom PowerPoint presentations, Google Slides, and Canva designs, including pitch decks, investor decks, corporate presentations, sales decks, webinar slides, training presentations, and branded templates. Clean, modern slide design with strong visual hierarchy, infographics, icons, and layouts that support your message instead of crowding it.
Clients come to me with messy files and tight deadlines. They leave with polished, professional work and one less thing to worry about. Send me a message. I respond quickly, and I'm happy to review your file before you commit to anything.
𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀:
Proofreading | Copy Editing | Line Editing | Book Editing | Academic Editing | Manuscript Editing | Document Formatting | Word Formatting | PDF Editing | Fillable PDFs | Book Formatting | Ebook Formatting | Kindle/KDP | CV & Resume Design | Cover Letters | Business Reports | Handbooks & Manuals | Template Design | Presentation Design | PowerPoint | Google Slides | Canva | Pitch Decks | Investor Decks | Corporate Presentations | Infographics | AI Content Editing
𝗧𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀 & 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀:
⁃ Editing: APA, MLA, Chicago Manual of Style, Harvard, UK & US English, Track Changes, Grammarly, PerfectIt
⁃ Documents: Microsoft Word, Google Docs, Adobe Acrobat, PDF conversion, styles, TOC, headers/footers, mail merge
⁃ Books: KDP-ready formatting, print-ready layouts, typesetting, interior design
⁃ Presentations: PowerPoint, Google Slides, Canva, Keynote, master slides, branded templates, infographics, data visualization
⁃ Design: Typography, visual hierarchy, brand consistency, modern minimal layouts
Iqra A.
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Specializing in Catholic content, I offer writing and editing services true to Church teaching and culture. Meticulous and thorough, I strive for clarity, consistency, and beauty. My focus projects center around Catholic theology and Christian living.
Raised as a JP2-generation Catholic, I earned a bachelor’s degree at Franciscan University in Ohio. As a lifelong learner, best investments include West’s week-long Theology of the Body conference and Cavins’ salvation history series: ‘The Bible Timeline.’
Myriah C. B.
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Over 47 years as a writer, 20+ books, 30+ professionally ghostwritten. Over 1,200 books edited, rewritten, and proofread in 40 years as a publisher and five years on platforms. Non fiction specialty including research as necessary. I have been writing the publishing industry's leading newsletter for 25 years, recently retired from it. Consulting with new and self-publishers on strategy, marketing, promotion, sales, self or traditional routes, etc..
Martin F.
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I am a writer, editor and proofreader specialized in academic and research writing.
I have 5 years of experience in publishing research articles and book chapters in reputed international journals of Springer Nature, Elsevier and Frontier publications. I also serve as reviewer for international journals.
As a published author with a PhD, I am well acquainted with the ethics and standards of publication. My editing and proofreading services include correcting:
- Grammar
- Spellings
- Typo errors
- Punctuations
- Incorrect choice of words and terminologies
- Unclear and poorly formed sentences
- Flow and coherence
If you want a high-quality service for correcting and refining your piece of writing within a short time, send me a message and lets discuss.
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Monika Y.
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Editorial & Publishing Services
Every manuscript is different. Some need structural work. Others need refinement, technical cleanup, or guidance through the publishing process. My role is to help you understand what your book actually needs, then provide the right level of editorial support to get it there—without wasted effort or unnecessary services.
Below is an overview of the services I offer and how they typically fit together.
Editorial Consulting & Book Project Management
The full package from outline to manuscript to publication.
This service is for authors who don’t just want edits—they want a clear plan and an experienced professional managing the process. I act as a strategic partner, helping you make decisions, set priorities, and coordinate moving parts so the project stays focused and forward-moving. Best for serious authors, thought leaders, and professionals who want clarity, momentum, and fewer costly detours.
This includes:
• Manuscript Evaluation / Editorial Assessment
• Developmental Editing
• Substantive Line Editing
• Copyediting
• Proofreading
• Interior Design, Layout, and Formatting for all publishing platforms
• Cover Consultation, Design & Creation
• Accountability and milestone planning
• Coordinating external editors, designers, artists, and other vendors as needed
• Advising on publication paths and readiness
— Manuscript Evaluation / Editorial Assessment —
Get a clear, honest roadmap before committing to a full edit.
This service provides a professional assessment of your manuscript’s strengths, weaknesses, and readiness for the next stage. You’ll receive targeted feedback and practical recommendations without line-by-line edits.
Best for authors who want clarity on what their book needs—and what it doesn’t—before investing further time or money.
— Developmental Editing —
Transform your manuscript’s structure, clarity, and narrative drive.
This service focuses on the big-picture elements that determine whether a book works: structure, pacing, character development, argument flow, and overall coherence. Together, we identify what’s strong, what needs some attention, and what’s getting in the way of the reader’s experience—then rebuild the manuscript so it delivers on its promise.
Best for authors who know their story matters but need expert guidance to shape it into a compelling, publishable book.
— Substantive Line Editing —
Refine your prose so the writing carries the reader effortlessly.
Line editing sharpens the language at the sentence and paragraph level while preserving your voice. The goal is not to rewrite your work, but to clarify meaning, tighten phrasing, and improve rhythm so the reader stays immersed rather than distracted.
Best for manuscripts that are structurally sound but need polish, consistency, and stylistic refinement.
— Copyediting —
Ensure your manuscript is clean, consistent, and professionally prepared.
Copyediting addresses grammar, syntax, punctuation, consistency, and adherence to style conventions. This is where technical distractions are eliminated, and the manuscript is brought up to professional standards expected by agents, publishers, and serious readers.
Best for authors preparing for submission or production who want confidence that nothing technical undermines their work.
— Proofreading —
Catch final errors before publication—nothing more, nothing less.
Proofreading is the last quality-control pass before a book goes to print or digital release. It focuses exclusively on surface-level errors that may have been introduced during revisions or formatting.
Best for manuscripts that are otherwise finished and ready for publication.
— Formatting & Interior Layout —
Prepare your manuscript for professional print and digital release.
Formatting ensures your book meets industry standards for readability and production across platforms. The focus is on a clean layout, correct spacing, technical compliance, and decorative design.
Best for authors ready to publish who want their book to look as professional as it reads.
— Cover Consultation & Coordination —
Make sure your cover signals the right genre, tone, and audience.
Rather than settling for generic or AI-assisted covers, I help you evaluate concepts, understand logistics and best practices, and avoid common market mistakes. The goal is alignment: between your book, its audience, and industry expectations. All covers are original, full-color, custom-designed, and created specifically for your book.
Best for manuscripts that are otherwise finished and ready for publication.
— Why work with me?
Personal care.
As an author myself, I understand how intimate and emotional the writing process can be. I'm sensitive to the highly personal nature of sharing your work and respect the courage and vulnerability it takes to publish your work.
Tailored clarity. No two stories are alike. I approach each manuscript with fresh eyes, crafting bespoke support that respects your voice and vision
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I believe that your voice, your message, and your unique way of being are important. My goal is to help you create a story that is "in alignment with you as a human being—and not just some cringe-worthy, tokenized [AI content] that only vaguely resembles you." (quote by Andrea Guevara) As a developmental editor, ghostwriter, and line editor, I have worked with clients from China, India, Uganda, Zanzibar, Trinidad, Morocco, El Salvador, Korea, Hawaii, and more. I help clients tell stories about adoption, immigration, mental health, infant loss, spiritual and sexual abuse, drug recovery, and much more. I write books for business and leadership clients ranging from entrepreneurs to top educational leadership, from public speaking coaches to business people worth $100 million. I provide ghostwriting, developmental editing, and line editing services.
The key to creating an authentic book is "doing the hard work of... exploring your values, your worth, your vision for what you uniquely contribute to the world. There are no shortcuts. Okay, maybe there are, but the results (and consequences) are NOT the same." If you are looking for someone to dedicate the personal time and attention necessary to capture your unique message, please reach out!
Alicia Snyder is a freelancer ghostwriter, editor, and developmental editor living in Wichita, Kansas. Her passion is helping clients bring their writing to life through vivid, descriptive detail and a clear narrative arc. She serves clients writing memoirs, self-help books, and business leadership books. Two of her client's books were published with Rowman and Littlefield Publishing. Her mental health memoir won the Illumination Book Award Gold Medal. Another of her client's books has been translated into another language and sold in multiple countries.
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I’ve worked on a variety of editing projects across nonfiction, fiction, academic writing, and other online content.
I’ve edited nonfiction ebooks, including wellness guides, how-to content, and cookbooks for specific dietary needs. My work focuses on improving structure, flow, and helping authors communicate their message clearly.
In fiction, I’ve edited essays and ebooks across different genres, paying close attention to tone, pacing, and consistency while preserving the writer’s voice.
For academic writing, I’ve polished university entrance letters, literary analyses, and research-based essays to meet high academic standards, ensuring the writing is clear, organized, and effective.
I’m focused on helping writers shape their work into something they feel confident about. Whether you’re working on an article, a manuscript, or an academic piece, I’ll help refine it with care, precision, and respect for your voice.
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With over 15 years of experience in the publishing industry and being a USA TODAY bestselling author, I have a comprehensive background in both traditional and self-publishing within the fiction genre. Having edited for Amazon bestselling authors and more, I'm eager to use that experience to enhance and elevate your writing.
Genres I specialize in include Romance, Sci-fi, Fantasy, Christian, Mystery, Suspense, YA, Memoirs and more. With my experience as a technical writer, I welcome all nonfiction projects as well.
Expect professional copy, line, and developmental editing with meticulous attention to detail from me. And rest assured, though I'm a stickler for perfection, my main goal is to support and encourage you every step of the way.
Are you using AI in your writing? It's not something to be ashamed of. AI-generated text is becoming part of the modern writing process. The key is to make it sound human. That's where I come in! I'll help smooth out those robotic and repetitive phrases.
I am the founder of WordTinkerer LLC, and as such, I'm committed to staying up-to-date with the latest in editing education, such as Ethics, Grammar, AI Content Writing, ChatGPT, Working with Writers, and more.
My pricing is generally by word count, not hourly, so please don't hesitate to reach out to me with questions.
"Maureen's positivity is infectious; it permeates her work and makes the editing process feel like a joyful journey rather than a daunting task." -- Upwork Client
"Maureen was amazing to work with! Only person I will ever get to do my editing 100%" -- Upwork Client
Maureen C.
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I am Professional Wiki based various encyclopedia platforms expert, editor, and consultant with extensive experience in crafting high-quality Wiki pages for companies and individuals.
With a strong understanding of various Wiki platforms policies and guidelines, as well as in-depth knowledge of the software and tools, I offer comprehensive assistance in navigating the complexities of most of the Wiki platforms.
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Hi, I’m Adesuwa, a Top rated licensed clinical psychologist, professional SEO content writer, and ghostwriter with 7+ years of experience helping brands, businesses, and thought leaders bring their ideas to life through clear, compelling, and research-driven writing.
I create content that is not only engaging but also optimized for visibility, and conversions. With 5+ years of experience in Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Search Engine Marketing (SEM), I know how to craft content that ranks well, connects with audiences, and aligns with search engine algorithms. My academic background (BSc in Psychology, MSc in Clinical Psychology) also gives me a unique edge in producing accurate, evidence-based content, especially in mental health, wellness, and personal development.
Services I Offer:
🔹 SEO Content Writing & Strategy
- Blog posts & articles (keyword-optimized, audience-focused)
- Website content (service pages, landing pages, homepage copy)
- Thought leadership & educational content
- SEO blog strategy & content planning
🔹 Mental Health, Psychology & Wellness Writing
- Research-backed mental health articles
- Self-help & personal development content
- Therapy and counseling resources
- Wellness and lifestyle content with psychological insight
🔹 Ghostwriting & Book Services
- Nonfiction book ghostwriting (self-help, psychology, business, lifestyle, wellness)
- eBook writing & editing
- Developmental editing & content structuring
- Manuscript review & polishing
🔹 Copywriting & Marketing Content
- Website copywriting that converts
- Promotional & sales copy
- Marketing emails & newsletters
- Social media captions and ad copy
What Sets Me Apart:
✔️ Licensed expertise in psychology → authority in mental health, self-help, and personal development content.
✔️ Strong SEO foundation → 5+ years of experience in SEO/SEM, keyword research, and optimization.
✔️ Versatility → From mental health to business, lifestyle, education, finance, and wellness, I adapt seamlessly to diverse industries.
✔️ Trusted by clients worldwide → I deliver plagiarism-free, well-researched, and brand-aligned content—always on time.
What Clients Say:
💬 “I am so very lucky to have found Ade. Her communication is fantastic, her work is extremely professional, and she takes the time to understand exactly what is needed. Recommended to all!”
💬 “Working with Adesuwa is really awesome. She keeps her word and delivers high-quality output. Thanks Ade!”
💬 “Adesuwa was great to work with and really passionate about psychology, mental health, and well-being. I received so much more than I requested. I’ll rehire her for copywriting again!”
Whether you need a blog strategy, SEO content, a ghostwritten book, or editing support, I’ll help you create content that builds trust, attracts the right audience, and drives measurable results.
📩 Let’s collaborate to bring your ideas to life.
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