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Desiree M.

Publishing Specialist | Helping Authors Publish & Sell More Books

You’ve got a story to tell, a message to share, a legacy to leave. And you don’t want just another freelancer. You want a partner. A guide. Someone who gets it. I’m that someone. For the past 10+ years, I’ve helped authors, thought leaders, coaches, and business owners get their books out of their heads and into the world with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Beautifully written, professionally packaged, and strategically launched. Whether you’re starting from a blank page, sitting on a messy draft, or ready to publish and promote, I meet you where you are and help you finish strong. What I Do ✔️ Ghostwriting & collaborative writing (memoirs, how-to, thought leadership) ✔️ Editing & formatting (developmental edits, line edits, clean interiors) ✔️ Book publishing setup (Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, wide distribution) ✔️ Author platform + book launch strategy (email, social, promo, pre-orders) ✔️ Ongoing book marketing (reviews, ads, PR & media) If you’re ready to finally finish and publish your book—and position it as a lead-generating, authority-building, legacy-leaving asset—I’ve got you. Why It Works I’ve been supporting authors, entrepreneurs, and creators for over 10 years. I'm a strategist at heart, but also a word nerd with a deep love for the creative process. Clients often say I give them clarity and confidence. They call me a “book midwife” because I don’t just do the work. I walk with you, encourage you, and bring your big ideas to life. What You Can Expect ✔️ Clear deliverables + realistic timelines ✔️ Strong communication throughout ✔️ Strategic thinking + creative excellence ✔️ A finished product that reflects your voice and sells Let’s Talk I believe your book should do more than just exist. It should connect, convert, and create opportunities for your readers and for you. If you’re finally ready to get your book done and selling (without the overwhelm), send me a message and let’s make it happen.

🇺🇸Brooklyn, United States$55/hr100% JSS4.79 (178)Since Aug 2015

Earnings and projects

MRR
$1.1k

Last 6 months ÷ 6

World#45,494 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#7,761 / 62.1k
Revenue, last 30 days
$660

Last 6 months: $6.4k

World#55,424 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#7,600 / 62.1k
Total earnings
$76k

Billed in all: $77k

World#52,535 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#10,123 / 62.1k
Per project
$353

$799 in the last 6 months

World#215,690 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#35,502 / 62.1k
Projects, last 6 months
8
25% fixed75% hourly
World#24,499 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#3,600 / 62.1k
Projects in all
214

Across 234 contracts

80% fixed20% hourly
World#8,905 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#1,567 / 62.1k

Earnings, last 30 days

$77.1k+$660 earned in the last 30 daysBilled in all, before Upwork's fee · drag across the chart to see what was earned in any stretch
$76.0k$76.5k$77.0k$77.5kOct 8Oct 23Nov 7

Skill rankings: Top 6% in Creative Writing

Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.

  1. #233Business Writing2,455 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #111Top 9%
  2. #344Ghostwriting5,395 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #146Top 6%
  3. #403Copy Editing5,372 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #224Top 8%
  4. #616Creative Writing10,453 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #204Top 6%
  5. #739Adobe InDesign8,231 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #218Top 9%
  6. #1,050Proofreading14,990 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #293Top 7%
  7. #1,181Adobe Premiere Pro14,666 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #210Top 8%
  8. #1,623Copywriting21,052 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #519Top 8%