Debra F.
Professional Beta-reader/Copy Editor/Proofreader
Hello, my name is Debbie! Just a few things about myself: I DO NOT USE A.I. to do my beta reading, proofreading, developmental editing, copyediting, and line editing! I have been writing for 34 years (44 novels: 10 fantasy novels, 10 romance novels, 2 science fiction novels, 6 thriller novels, 2 recipe books, 1 short-story collection, 2 fantasy romance Christmas novels, 1 young adult/youth book, 9 children’s picture educational books, 7 anthologies, 2 poetry books, 5 affirmation books, numerous journals, travel journals, and sketchbooks). I have assisted 9 people in publishing 16 books. Assisted over 140 people on Upwork with their projects. I am a focused, energetic person. I beta-read/proofread and write in every genre: Fiction or Non-fiction. I DO NOT use A.I. apps to do my beta reading. I read every word. My skills are: Experienced in Beta Reader / Developmental Editing/ Copy Editing / Proofreading Self-published author. Independent author. Proven experience as a proofreader or copyeditor Excellent written communication skills Strong attention to detail. Familiarity with grammar, punctuation, and spelling rules. Ability to work remotely and meet deadlines. I am experienced in plot development, character development, dialogue, formatting, setting, and manuscript flow. I activate the “tracking changes” option on the manuscript, allowing you to track changes/suggestions I make. Allow me to work with you to complete your project to your satisfaction. I DO NOT use AI apps to do my beta reading. I read every word. Contact me; I look forward to working with you. Also familiar with the Chicago Manual of Style. (CMOS) I can beta-read your manuscript within a specified time, giving you an honest and detailed review of your manuscript. I am discreet and will never plagiarize. Experienced in beta reading, self-publishing, excellent written communication skills, strong attention to detail, familiarity with grammar, punctuation, and spelling rules, ability to work independently and meet deadlines, experienced in plots, inconsistencies, character buildup, typos, dialogue, settings, and the flow of a manuscript. I have beta-read close to seventy-three novels, short stories, and fanfiction a year. I love to read and write my own stories as well. I have assisted five people in publishing nine books in eBook and print formats.
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $5.1k
Billed in all: $18,768$19k
$92 in the last 6 months
Across 57 contracts
Across 172 contracts
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: #1 in 1 skill of 15
Rarest: top 7% in Writing Critique, of 591. Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.
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