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🏆 Upwork Top Rated Plus — Top 3% of freelancers on Upwork
⭐️ 4+ years of experience in Romance Ghostwriting
Searching for the best quality Upwork romance fiction ebook ghostwriter? Welcome! You'll give the idea or outline, and I will craft the story.
I love to help readers transition from their realities, even if for a short while, into an imaginary world of captivating, sizzling romance where they see everything as if they are in the story. Let me build your story idea into something your readers cannot stop reading. I will ghostwrite or rewrite your romance story or novel to the best of my ability. The word range you need is no problem at all. With your story idea or outline and your goal for your story, we can create something spectacular - an original story for your readers.
I can write in the following romance sub-genre:
. Contemporary romance
. Clean romance
. African American
. Interracial
. Comedy
. Thriller
. Mystery
. Fantasy
. Sports
. Billionaire romance
. Small-town romance
. Western
My ghostwriting expertise includes:
. A spectacular story with great word-building and descriptions
. Effective communication
. Originality and professionalism
. Meticulous research
. Professionally edited work
. Non-plagiarized work
. A commitment to the deadline
. 100% copyright
. A long-term ghostwriting partnership
Why hesitate any longer? CONTACT ME NOW and let's get started!
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Don't let my location fool you. I'm an American expat living a wonderful life in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, but my language skills are firmly rooted in American English. I find writing and editing on my laptop at a private, deserted beach the perfect environment for my creativity and concentration.
My freelance work focuses primarily on two areas: (1) complete editing and formatting services for both fiction and non-fiction books, and (2) writing fiction and non-fiction, with a particular interest in ghostwriting memoirs.
As an editor, I love the process of starting with a critical read of a book, capturing its developmental needs, and then moving on to the more technical aspects of structure, grammar, and extensive proofreading. Finally, as with any jewel that has been cut, I do a final polish to make it perfect.
I have clients all over the world, from Sweden, Italy, Japan, the UK, Australia, and, yes, the United States. I edit and write in American, British, and Australian English, and I thoroughly understand the differences in grammar, usage, and slang. I am also skilled at working with authors whose native language is NOT English and have translated their work, but need additional editing to make it sound more natural.
Although I may be a relative “newbie” to Upwork, I have over 15 years of experience as a professional writer, editor & proofreader. I promise you complete accuracy, timely delivery, and a critical editing eye. My writing partners find my honesty and communication skills key to a great collaboration.
My current and recent writing and editing projects include a Netflix Biopic about a notorious London entrepreneur, a political satire novel, a murder mystery novel, several articles for CNN and USA Today, two novels in the fantasy genre, an economic dissertation, and a Tolkien-type fantasy by a Swedish author.
With over fifteen years in the industry, my clientele often commend my unwavering honesty and effective communication. My portfolio? It's as diverse as a CEO's perspective on design, a wanderlust-filled memoir of Latin America, and sci-fi adventures in distant galaxies. What are the stories I cherish the most? Ghostwriting for a U.S. Senator, recounting the life of a WWII refugee turned successful entrepreneur, and weaving a transformative self-help manuscript on being your best self.
"My only regret in having James ghostwrite my biography is that I couldn't give him credit for it -- it has been a huge success for me"... Richard P.
"As my editor, he took my fledgling novel and polished it into a diamond now in my very happy publisher's hands." ... Tony G.
Contact me today. The best way to start any writing project is for me to have the chance to chat with you before we even begin. I would love the opportunity to demonstrate how I can meet and exceed the needs of this role.
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Jeremiah A. is one of the most talented writers in this field. He exceeded my expectations and provided me with a flawless article. Always available for communication and connection. If you are looking for the perfect Canadian/English writer, I highly recommend him.”
Welcome to my Upwork portfolio! I’m Jeremiah Awogboro, a seasoned professional in writing, editing, and proofreading. I specialize in translating complex, technical, and niche topics into clear, structured, and actionable content, while also crafting engaging SEO-friendly articles, persuasive marketing copy, and thought-provoking blog posts.
I help clients:
• Reduce confusion and support requests
• Educate users and stakeholders faster
• Build trust in technical, financial, and medical contexts
• Rank organically without sacrificing credibility
I create high-quality content across a wide range of in-demand services:
• SEO Blog & Article Writing: Keyword-optimized content that ranks on Google and drives organic traffic.
• Copywriting & Marketing Content: Landing pages, email campaigns, sales copy, and social media posts designed to convert.
• YouTube Scriptwriting & Video Content: Educational, explainer, and marketing scripts optimized for engagement and SEO.
• Editing & Proofreading: Meticulous editing for clarity, grammar, readability, with Track Changes and fully finalized versions.
• Research & Technical Writing: White papers, tutorials, case studies, and documentation simplifying complex topics.
• Ebooks & Non-Fiction Books: Romance, mystery/thriller, sci-fi/fantasy, self-help, memoirs, cookbooks, travel guides, business, academic, and more.
Content Niches and Topics I Cover
• Technology, Finance & Investing, Crypto & Blockchain
• Travel, Adventure, and Travel Guides
• Health, Wellness, and Personal Development
• Education, Academic Research, and USMLE Prep
• iGaming, Casino, Gambling Industry Content
• Food, Cooking, Home Improvement, DIY
• Fashion, Beauty, Parenting, Family, Relationships
• Career, Motivation, Work-Life Balance, Productivity
• Science, Environment, History, Culture, Entertainment & Pop Culture
Technical, Medical & FinTech Expertise
Technical Writing & Documentation
• SaaS & software manuals, onboarding guides, technical tutorials, workflows
• White papers, technical reports, and user documentation
• Designed to shorten learning curves and improve product adoption
Medical & Scientific Writing
• Research summaries, journal articles, patient education materials
• Clinical study reports, regulatory compliance content
• Structured, accurate, and audience-appropriate writing
FinTech, Crypto & Blockchain Writing
• Financial services content, DeFi, NFTs, blockchain explainers
• Technical marketing, market analysis, and thought leadership
• Simplifying complex concepts without losing technical integrity
Why Clients Work With Me
✔ Clear, audience-focused communication for complex, regulated, or technical content
✔ SEO without keyword stuffing or fluff
✔ Research-driven, structured, and accurate writing
✔ Adaptable tone: technical, academic, creative, or commercial
✔ Reliable communication and on-time delivery
I focus on precision, usefulness, and human-written content that builds trust, even in a world flooded with AI-generated content.
Who I Work Best With
• SaaS & technology companies
• FinTech, iGaming, crypto, and blockchain brands
• Medical, academic, and research organizations
• Startups and enterprises that value quality, clarity, and credibility
How to Work With Me
Click “Send Message” and share:
1. Your product, project, or subject
2. Your target audience
3. Your content goal
I handle research, structure, writing, editing, and SEO optimization so your content is polished, clear, and effective.
Remember:
Clear communication builds trust.
Trust drives adoption.
Adoption drives growth.
Your words, my expertise – a winning partnership.
Jeremiah Awogboro
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Line Editor for Planetside, the online magazine of Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association
Freelance writer for SFWA and other websites
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Degree in English and minors in Creative Writing and History
Jeremy Z.
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Hello! I am a professional novelist, ghostwriter, developmental/copy editor, and medical technical writer with over thirteen years of full-time experience on Elance/Upwork.
I also do Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) formatting for Amazon’s self-publishing program, to include images/photos.
Writing as "Janeen O'Kerry," I am the author of twenty different titles. These include historical and contemporary romance; science fiction; fantasy; and non-fiction. I did the writing, editing, formatting, and cover selection on all of my own books,and you can see them simply by searching "Janeen O'Kerry" in the Amazon store.
I will, of course, provide a free sample proofread, edit, or ghostwrite of about 500 to 1000 words.
I am a full-time writer and editor and always open to ongoing projects. I will sign an NDA if you wish.
Outside of a standard built-in grammar checker, I do not use artificial intelligence (AI) software in any part of my writing, editing, or research process.
***All ghostwriting, editing, and proofreading jobs include the following:
A manuscript that is fully edited, polished, and ready to upload as an e-book.
A searchable table of contents.
About 120 words of cover copy for the back cover and the Amazon detail page.
A short 140-character piece for Amazon ads and social media.
Ghostwriting
Let me help with action scenes, romantic/love scenes, dialogue, or “humanizing” your AI manuscript.
All ghostwriting includes a full copy edit and e-book formatting.
$0.05 (five cents) per word. Original work solely from your idea.
$0.03 (three cents) per word. Writing from your outline or partial manuscript.
$0.015 (one and one-half cents) per word. Rewriting from your complete rough draft, with some minor additions.
Outlining
Creating a scene-by-scene outline for your novel. This is a form of ghostwriting.
Includes basic descriptions for up to five leading characters.
$0.03 (three cents) per word according to your desired length.
Developmental Editing
An overall critique with many in-depth suggestions. No copy editing or rewriting.
$0.005 (one-half cent) per word.
*Save time and money! I am happy to do a developmental edit on just the first 10,000 words of your manuscript. You will have plenty to work on!
Copy Editing
Line-by-line corrections to grammar, punctuation, and word choices (rein/reign and trooper/trouper). Recasting of sentences for clarity and turning narrative into dialogue where appropriate.
$0.01 (one cent) per word.
Copy Edit with Developmental Edit
A combination of both, as described above.
$0.015 (one and one-half cents) per word.
Proofreading
Punctuation, spelling, and word choices only. No rewriting or suggestions.
$0.005 (one-half cent) per word.
KDP Formatting
Formatting your e-book, paperback, and/or hardback manuscripts for Amazon's Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) program.
Includes a searchable Table of Contents for the e-book; page numbers with Table of Contents for the paperback/hardback; and a list of suggested categories and keywords.
Note: Amazon requires that you do the actual uploading yourself, since no one else can use your account; but you may consult me through Upwork messaging during the process. The formatted manuscripts will be sent to you as .docx and .EPUB for the e-book and as a .pdf for the paperback/hardback.
Both e-book and paperback in the same project: $0.0035 per word.
Paperback alone: $0.0035 per word.
Hardback alone: $0.0035 per word.
E-book alone: $0.0025 per word.
Images: $2.00 each up to 50 images; $1.00 for each additional image. This includes resizing, placement, captioning, and Alt Text for each image, all of which Amazon requires.
Cover Copy (the "blurb")
From your short description, outline, or synopsis of the book, I will create:
A blurb of about 100-120 words for the book's back cover and Amazon detail page.
A short 140-character piece for advertising and social media posts.
$40.00 per book includes both of these.
$25.00 to edit an existing blurb into both of these.
Medical Writing & Editing
Articles and information for your website, e-book, blog, or patient handouts.
I have extensive experience with writing and editing for medical websites and e-books.
References and samples will be included in the application.
I also have eight years of full-time work as a medical transcriptionist for clinics and hospitals, which gave me extensive experience with medical terminology in many different specialties.
Medical Writing: Five cents per word.
Medical Editing: Three cents per word.
Allow me to help make your book into one that will have lasting appeal and continue to sell for years to come, as my own books do.
Thank you! I look forward to working with you.
Janeen Sloan / "Janeen O'Kerry"
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MY EXPERTISE CAN INCREASE YOUR SUCCESS!
Why me?
*Top-rated, 100% job success over 7000 hours of Upwork experience
*Native English (US & UK)
*Have created/written/edited projects on topics such as marketing, education, plumbing, health & wellness, tiny homes, yoga, children's stories, spirituality, micro learning, shipping, faith, calendars & diaries
*Always include top SEO strategies
*Passionate about learning new things, researching unfamiliar topics, and fulfilling challenging writing / editing tasks.
About AI: If you prefer, I can begin with AI. But I don't need it. My top Upwork rating comes from mostly non-AI material.
Looking forward to partnering with you!
Lisa A.
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I am a senior Grant and RFP Writer with a proven record of winning county, state, federal, corporate, and foundation funding for organizations operating in highly competitive environments. Over the course of my career, I have helped clients secure more than $8 million in awarded funding, with a sustained win rate of approximately 63% across grants, RFPs, RFQs, and competitive procurement opportunities—consistently outperforming industry benchmarks.
My work centers on transforming organizational capacity into evaluator-ready, compliance-driven, and strategically positioned submissions. I do not approach funding as a writing task alone; I approach it as a scoring, risk-reduction, and decision-making process. Every proposal I lead is intentionally structured to meet technical requirements, anticipate reviewer questions, and clearly demonstrate why my client represents the strongest and lowest-risk investment.
I have led successful submissions for federal agencies including DOE, HUD, USDA, HHS, NIH, SAMHSA, SBA, DOT, and EDA, as well as state and county governments, corporate funders, and private foundations. These awards have supported clean energy initiatives, affordable and workforce housing, healthcare and public health programs, rural development, education access, workforce training, public safety initiatives, and social services delivery.
On the RFP and government contracting side, I manage the full proposal lifecycle for opportunities ranging from $25,000 to over $3 million, including multi-year contracts exceeding $1 million in facility management, professional services, transportation, IT, and consulting. My experience includes SAM.gov registration and compliance, opportunity analysis, requirement mapping, development of technical and management volumes, pricing narratives, compliance matrices, and final submission coordination.
What distinguishes my work is a deep working knowledge of public-sector compliance frameworks, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), OMB Uniform Guidance, and agency-specific evaluation criteria. This allows me to build proposals that are not only persuasive, but technically sound—meeting the standards that separate funded and awarded projects from those that are rejected or deemed non-responsive.
Beyond individual submissions, I support organizations with grant research and funding pipeline development, strategic positioning, post-award support, and 501(c)(3) formation, including bylaws, IRS filings, and state registrations. Many clients engage me after missed opportunities or under tight deadlines; they continue working with me because the process becomes structured, transparent, and far more effective.
I am known for my ability to operate under tight timelines without compromising quality. When deadlines are aggressive or opportunities arise unexpectedly, I move quickly to assess feasibility, establish a clear execution plan, and deliver with discipline. For non-federal opportunities, I routinely complete high-quality applications within 7–10 business days when appropriate, while also managing complex, multi-volume federal submissions with longer timelines.
To ensure alignment from the outset, I offer a free initial consultation. This is a working session—not a sales call—where I provide candid guidance on eligibility, competitiveness, timeline risk, and strategic fit. Clients leave with clarity on next steps, whether or not we proceed together.
My clients include nonprofits, startups, SMEs, corporations, and public-private partnerships across healthcare, education, energy, housing, technology, construction, transportation, and social impact sectors. Whether supporting a first-time applicant or an experienced organization pursuing highly competitive funding, my role is to reduce risk, sharpen positioning, and deliver submissions that evaluators can confidently recommend for award.
I don’t make unrealistic promises. I provide clear strategy, disciplined execution, and measurable outcomes. Behind every proposal is an organization working to grow responsibly or create meaningful change—and I take that responsibility seriously.
If you are seeking a grant and RFP professional who understands how funding decisions are actually made, who can perform under pressure, and who consistently delivers competitive, compliant submissions, I would welcome the opportunity to support your next funding effort.
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10+ years of freelance copywriting experience, working with clients across all industries and niches and always delivering deadline-ready content.
Engage your audience, amplify your voice and grow your business with 100% human content from a service that guarantees reliable delivery, easy communication and fast turnaround.
I can help you with:
- Blog posts, SEO articles and editorials
- Guides, listicles and general web content
- Conversion-focused copy that generates sales
- Brand voice development and topic ideation
Message today for effective, engaging writing that always delivers.
Katie H.
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If you’ve written a manuscript but feel it isn’t quite there yet, you’re not alone. Many strong ideas get lost in unclear structure, uneven flow, or writing that doesn’t fully capture the author’s voice. In addition, lots of clients are using AI-generated content these days—and while that may be fine in principle, content written by a bot tends to be littered with predictable, canned language that turns readers off.
You want your voice preserved. That’s where I come in.
I help authors transform promising drafts into clear, compelling manuscripts that readers trust and enjoy reading. My clients come to me for more than fixing up grammar and typos—they want writing that communicates their ideas with confidence, reads smoothly, and reflects their tone at the highest level. And, most importantly in this new AI era, they want their content to sound and feel unmistakably human—whether it was written using artificial intelligence or not—without raising any red flags.
My role is to refine your manuscript so it communicates exactly what you intended—only clearer, sharper, and more engaging.
Editing That Goes Beyond Grammar
AI tools can correct punctuation and spelling, but they can’t do the deeper editorial work that makes a book truly effective.
Within the greater context of the full manuscript, they can’t:
• strengthen structure and logical flow throughout
• refine tone and readability
• recognize subtle inconsistencies
• improve rhythm and pacing
• preserve and maintain an author’s authentic voice
That’s where a professional editor like me makes all the difference.
My approach focuses on clarity, flow, and voice—ensuring that your manuscript reads naturally while maintaining the integrity of your ideas.
Editing Services
Depending on your manuscript’s needs, I offer:
Developmental Editing: Big-picture refinement of structure, argument, pacing, and narrative flow.
Line Editing: Sentence-level editing that improves clarity, tone, rhythm, and readability.
Content Editing: Strengthening organization, transitions, and the communication of ideas.
Copyediting & Proofreading: Meticulous correction of grammar, punctuation, consistency, and formatting.
Experience
To date, I’ve edited 100+ manuscripts that have gone on to successful publication, and my Upwork clients always respond with enthusiastic five-star reviews. I’ve edited nonfiction across a wide range of genres, including women's nonfiction, self-help, memoir, humor, business and leadership books, self-help, and narrative nonfiction. I've also worked with organizations like Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, Sun Media, UNESCO, and UNICEF, as well as countless media and publishing houses across the globe. My author clients include therapists, professional coaches, business leaders, TED Talk speakers, and subject matter experts, in addition to brand-new authors who are eager to get their message out into the world.
Before freelancing full time, I worked as a college professor in the Humanities and as a trained journalist, which gives me both analytical depth and a strong instinct for clear, effective communication. I'm armed with a degree in English, a three-year advanced diploma in print and broadcast journalism, and a professional publishing studies certification.
What It’s Like to Work With Me
Great editing is thoughtful, collaborative, and transparent.
You’ll always know the status of your project, and I remain available throughout the process to answer questions or clarify edits. My goal is simple: When we’re finished, your manuscript will be clearer, stronger, and ready for readers.
If you’re looking for an editor who will treat your work with care, precision, and professional insight, I’d be happy to discuss your project.
Send me a message, tell me about your manuscript, and let's get started.
Rob P.
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As a published writer with a degree in literature and ten years of editing experience, I understand writing from every perspective. I have dedicated my life to writing and it means everything to me, so if you want someone that’s passionate, look no further.
I love editing of all kinds, and will work in whatever capacity you need, whether as a proofreader, copy editor, or developmental editor. I will work with you every step of the way, maintaining your voice and your vision. You have a story to tell, and I can help elevate it, while ensuring your heart is still at the forefront.
Genres I have worked with the most:
• Young Adult (all genres)
• Romance (sweet & dark)
• Science Fiction/Fantasy
• Literary Fiction
• Mystery/Thriller
• Historical
• Self-Help
Words are important, and I will make sure that yours reflect you brilliantly.
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