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I will be your fiction book editor for romance, fantasy, and science fiction novel
Professional Fiction Ghostwriter Speculative Book Editor Beta Reader
Hi, I’m Mary Hellen a professional fiction ghostwriter, book editor, and beta reader specializing in Romance, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Mystery, Thriller, Horror, and Crime. I turn raw ideas and draft manuscri...
About this Gig
Are plot holes, pacing issues, or weak worldbuilding holding your manuscript back?
As a specialized fiction book editor, I deliver comprehensive developmental editing, line editing, and copy editing tailored specifically for Romance, Fantasy, and Science Fiction novels. I ensure your story meets publishing standards while preserving your authorial voice.
GENRES COVERED:
- Romance: Romantasy, Dark Romance, Paranormal, Sci-Fi Romance, Tropes
- Fantasy: High/Epic, Urban Fantasy, LitRPG, Progression, Grimdark
- Science Fiction: Space Opera, Cyberpunk, Dystopian, Hard Sci-Fi
WHAT MY EDITING INCLUDES:
- Plot & Pacing: Identifying plot holes, narrative drag, and pacing flow
- Worldbuilding Logic: Checking magic systems, tech rules, and internal logic
- Character Arcs & Tropes: Strengthening motivation, dialogue, and trope beats
- Line-by-Line Polish: Enhancing prose rhythm and sentence structure (CMOS)
YOU WILL RECEIVE:
- Marked-up MS (.docx) with Track Changes and inline comments
- Clean accepted manuscript file
- Detailed Editorial Letter (Premium Package)
Refine your manuscript for publication. Message me with your word count today!
Language:
English
Content type:
Book
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Manuscript
Genre:
Romance
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Science fiction
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Fantasy
Delivery style preference
Please inform the freelancer of any preferences or concerns regarding the use of AI tools in the completion and/or delivery of your order.
FAQ
Which fiction genres do you specialize in editing?
I focus strictly on Speculative Fiction, including Romance (Romantasy, Dark, Paranormal), Fantasy (Epic, Urban, LitRPG, Grimdark), and Science Fiction (Space Opera, Cyberpunk, Dystopian). I do not edit non-fiction, memoir, or children's books to maintain niche quality.
What is included in your Developmental Editing service?
Developmental editing evaluates your manuscript's big-picture elements: plot structure, pacing, plot holes, character arc development, worldbuilding consistency, and genre trope execution. You receive inline tracked comments plus a detailed multi-page Editorial Letter.
How do you handle line editing and copy editing?
Line editing focuses on prose flow, sentence rhythm, dialogue polish, and show-vs-tell. Copy editing corrects technical errors in grammar, syntax, and punctuation using the Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS), which is the industry standard for commercial fiction publishing.
What file formats do you accept and deliver?
Please upload your manuscript as a Microsoft Word document (.docx). Upon completion, I deliver two files: a marked-up .docx file displaying all tracked changes and inline feedback comments, plus a polished clean .docx file with all changes accepted and ready for use.
Do you edit longer manuscripts or full-length novels?
Yes! If your novel exceeds the package limits (e.g., 50,000 to 100,000+ words), simply send me a direct message with your exact word count, sub-genre, and timeline. I will send you a tailored Custom Offer matching your project scope and word count requirements.
Can I request a sample edit before placing a full order?
Yes. You can order my Basic Tier package for a 2,500-word opening chapter sample edit, or message me directly in the inbox with a 1,000-word excerpt. This ensures our editing styles align seamlessly before committing to a full-length manuscript editing project.
How do you ensure my worldbuilding rules are followed?
For Fantasy and Sci-Fi, I construct an internal editorial style sheet tracking your magic system rules, technical terminology, timeline details, alien languages, and character name spellings to ensure 100% internal consistency across your entire manuscript.
How do you handle explicit content or dark romance tropes?
I am fully comfortable editing spicy romance, dark romance, heavy violence, and complex themes. Your creative vision and genre tropes (e.g., enemies-to-lovers, slow burn, grimdark elements) will be respected and polished without judgment or unwarranted censoring.
Why do you follow the Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS)?
The Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS) is the universal publishing standard for fiction novels. Following CMOS guidelines ensures your manuscript adheres to correct grammar, dialogue punctuation, hyphenation, and numbers formatting expected by literary agents and readers.
How do we communicate during the order process?
All communications, file exchanges, and progress updates occur securely within the Fiverr inbox or order page. For eligible sellers, native video consultations are conducted using Fiverr’s built-in Zoom integration to preserve account compliance and transparency.
