I will proofread, edit, format fiction novel, romance, memoir developmental book editor

5.0
5.0

United States

I speak English, Spanish

7 orders completed

Book editor

Helping authors transform ideas and manuscripts into polished, reader-ready books. I’m a professional book editor specializing in proofreading, copy editing, line editing, developmental editing, and ...

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About this Gig

Are you struggling with a manuscript that feels unfinished, unclear, or not ready for readers? I help authors transform rough drafts into polished, professional, and publication-ready books while preserving their unique voice and storytelling style.


As an experienced book editor, I provide careful proofreading, line editing, copy editing, developmental editing, and book formatting for fiction novels, romance, memoirs, fantasy, and nonfiction manuscripts.


Many authors face challenges such as grammar mistakes, inconsistent pacing, weak character development, awkward dialogue, repetitive wording, unclear sentences, and formatting issues that can affect the readers experience. My goal is to identify these problems and improve your manuscript without changing the heart of your story.


To help you feel confident before ordering, I offer a FREE 1,000-word sample edit so you can see the quality and style of my work before we begin.


Lets turn your manuscript into a polished book your readers will enjoy.

Language:

English

Spanish

Genre:

Children’s books

Cookbooks/ recipes

Health fitness

Audience :

General readers

Children

Teen / young adult

Adult

POV:

First person

Second person

Third person limited

Complexity level:

Simple / easy read

Intermediate

Advanced

Voice:

Active

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.

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4 reviews for this Gig
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    williamgeorg387

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    United States

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    Working with Mary Joyce was an excellent experience. She did an outstanding job editing my romance novel with great attention to detail. She improved the grammar, punctuation, and flow while preserving my unique writing style and the emotions of the story. Her communication was professional, she delivered...

    Up to $50

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    4 days

    Duration

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    turnersophiee

    US

    United States

    5

    I had the pleasure of working with Mary Joyce on editing my book, and I’m genuinely impressed with her work. She delivered a thorough and detail-oriented edit, improving the clarity, flow, and overall quality of my writing while still preserving my original voice. Her communication was excellent throughout...

    Up to $50

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    3 days

    Duration

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    philipcoleman60

    US

    United States

    5

    Working with Mary Joyce was an amazing experience! She exceeded my expectations with the quality of her editing. She paid close attention to every detail, improved the flow and readability of my book, and preserved my writing style. Her communication was excellent, she delivered on time, and she was...

    Up to $50

    Price

    5 days

    Duration

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    john_james1124

    US

    United States

    5

    I had a great experience working with Mary Joyce on my editing and proofreading project. She was professional, detail-oriented, and delivered high-quality work that truly improved my manuscript. Her edits were clear, thoughtful, and enhanced both the readability and overall flow of my writing. She also...

    Up to $50

    Price

    4 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
Reviews

4 reviews for this Gig
5.0

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(0)
Rating Breakdown
  • Seller communication level
    5
  • Quality of delivery
    5
  • Value of delivery
    5
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Most relevant
  • W

    williamgeorg387

    US

    United States

    5

    Working with Mary Joyce was an excellent experience. She did an outstanding job editing my romance novel with great attention to detail. She improved the grammar, punctuation, and flow while preserving my unique writing style and the emotions of the story. Her communication was professional, she delivered...

    Up to $50

    Price

    4 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • T

    turnersophiee

    US

    United States

    5

    I had the pleasure of working with Mary Joyce on editing my book, and I’m genuinely impressed with her work. She delivered a thorough and detail-oriented edit, improving the clarity, flow, and overall quality of my writing while still preserving my original voice. Her communication was excellent throughout...

    Up to $50

    Price

    3 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • P

    philipcoleman60

    US

    United States

    5

    Working with Mary Joyce was an amazing experience! She exceeded my expectations with the quality of her editing. She paid close attention to every detail, improved the flow and readability of my book, and preserved my writing style. Her communication was excellent, she delivered on time, and she was...

    Up to $50

    Price

    5 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • J

    john_james1124

    US

    United States

    5

    I had a great experience working with Mary Joyce on my editing and proofreading project. She was professional, detail-oriented, and delivered high-quality work that truly improved my manuscript. Her edits were clear, thoughtful, and enhanced both the readability and overall flow of my writing. She also...

    Up to $50

    Price

    4 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No