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SAMUEL B.

Precise Proofreader and Copyeditor

Hi, I'm Samuel, a full time freelance proofreader and copyeditor with over six years of first-hand expeience working with authors, academics and marketing professionals. I specialise in copy editing non-fiction books for clients who require a native English speaker to ensure their content is error-free and ready for publication. My extensive experience working with independent authors includes copy editing, developmental editing and paperback formatting. Additionally, I've worked on theses, essays, academic journals and a substantial volume of online content. Some of the published works I've copy edited, developmental edited or formatted include: Tomorrow, Tomorrow, Insha Allah — Sara Cheikh Mind Chess: How to Play People Like Pieces: Master the Art of Influence, Outsmart Anyone, and Control the Game of Life — Shaun Coldwell The Brainwaves Method 7 Steps to Rewire and Control Your Mind: Proven Neuroscience to Achieve Emotional Balance, Harness the Flow State, and Expand Consciousness Guided Meditation Included — Lila Devane Branding Your Brilliance: A Step-by-Step Guide to Personal Branding — Catherine Epps Fungal Matters for Bio-Based Design — Catherine Euale The Finest Inspirational Basketball Stories for Kids: How 17 Heroes Turned Setbacks into Success, Displaying Resilience, and Determination | Teachings in Mental Toughness for Young Athletes — Magnus Harrison The Greatest Inspirational Baseball Stories for Young Readers: 15 of the Most Extraordinary Against-All-Odds Timeless Tales Ever Told | Teachings in Mental Toughness for Young Athletes — Magnus Harrison The Best Inspirational Sports Stories for Kids (Parent’s Guide): Turning Athletic Triumphs into Life Lessons Teachings in Mental Toughness for Young Athletes — Magnus Harrison The Top Inspirational Football Stories for Young Readers: How 15 Icons Overcame Challenges to Attain Peak Performance via Personal Development | Teachings in Mental Toughness for Young Athletes — Magnus Harrison The Informed First-Time International Explorer — Andrew Johnson Navigating the Decision Space: A New Game-Changer for Decision-Makers — Ahmed Kattan Ph.D. Strategic Engineering for Small Manufacturers: Develop Like the Titans (Without the Red Tape) — Lukas Loveland Nutrition Nonsense: How Social and Psychological Biases Sabotage Our Eating Habits — Parker Nelson The Independent Actuary: A practical roadmap for actuaries to build income, freedom, and control — Syed Raza Fiercely ME — Stephanie Rowe Conscious Parenting Manifest — Amanda Valverde Jamu: The Complete Guide to Timeless Indonesian Herbal Remedies and Healing Drinks: Natural Recipes for Inflammation Relief, Immunity Boost, and Full-Body Wellness to Restore Energy and Vitality — Rajan West Less Nice, More You: Stop Hiding & Become the Most Bold, Authentic Version of You Now — Dr. Aziz Gazipura PsyD I'd like to point out that I hold both a BA and an MA in Creative Writing from the University of Exeter, meaning I'm well-versed in popular style guides, including the Chicago Manual of Style and the AP Style Guide, and have a solid understanding of industry standards for formatting and layout. Here's what sets my services apart: 🗣️ Keen Consultation—We'll have an open discussion about your project to fully understand your vision and goals. 🎯 Efficiency—Time is valuable, and I'll make every moment count. I handle editing tasks swiftly and seamlessly, lifting the burden off your creative process. 📧 Tailored Delivery Options—Whether you prefer to receive your entire project at once or in sections over time, I'll cater to your preferences. ✔️ Transparent Progress Updates—You'll be consistently informed about the progress of your project. Do you have any questions for me? Don't hesitate to reach out, and i'll answer as soon as I can (you'll never be waiting more than several hours).

🇬🇧Newton Abbot, United Kingdom$25/hr100% JSS4.83 (135)Since Oct 2020

Earnings and projects

MRR
$387

Last 6 months ÷ 6

World#88,230 / 412k
🇬🇧Country#1,719 / 10.7k
Revenue, last 30 days
$0

Last 6 months: $2.3k

Total earnings
$75k

Billed in all: $76k

World#52,978 / 412k
🇬🇧Country#1,182 / 10.7k
Per project
$223

$93 in the last 6 months

World#256,278 / 412k
🇬🇧Country#7,165 / 10.7k
Projects, last 6 months
25
88% fixed12% hourly
World#4,049 / 412k
🇬🇧Country#66 / 10.7k
Projects in all
337

Across 345 contracts

85% fixed15% hourly
World#3,897 / 412k
🇬🇧Country#82 / 10.7k

Earnings, last 30 days

$75.9kNothing earned since Oct 9Billed in all, before Upwork's fee · drag across the chart to see what was earned in any stretch
$74k$75k$76k$77kOct 9Oct 24Nov 7

Tracked from Oct 9, 2026.

Skill rankings: Top 12% in Citation Style

Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.

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  3. #44Track Changes231 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #5Top 19%
  4. #163Academic Proofreading1,150 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #11Top 14%
  5. #212Developmental Editing1,059 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #15Top 20%
  6. #212Line Editing910 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #14Top 23%
  7. #420Academic Editing2,426 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #25Top 17%
  8. #859Copy Editing5,372 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #53Top 16%