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Gareth C.

Expert Editor, Book Layout - Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Spec Fic, Non-Fiction

Top 1% professional book editor and formatting/layout specialist with over 10 years experience helping authors. I specialize in Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and Thriller novels, plus all types of Non-Fiction. I have helped authors achieve award-winning books, gain representation with publishers, as well as achieve great success with self publishing (one of my clients has reached more than 2500 4.5 star ratings on Amazon for their fantasy/technothriller series, and over one million page reads) If you are looking for a seasoned professional to take your book to the next level, give me a call. RATES: Proofreading - $15 per 1K words Copy Editing - $25 per 1K words Line Editing - $35 per 1K words Comprehensive Editing (Copy+Line) - $45 per 1K words Simple Layout and Formatting (Basic Novels): $250 Complex Layout and Formatting: Ask to discuss specific pricing CLIENT TESTIMONIALS—EDITING "It was an absolute pleasure working with Gareth. He is extremely responsive, collaborative and provides genuine and helpful feedback. His skill level in both editing and proofreading is top-notch. I highly recommend his services, and I will be using him again on future projects." —BK Greenwood, author of The Last Roman series. (Fantasy/Technothriller) "I would highly recommend Gareth as an editor to any author looking to polish their work or in need of advice on strengthening their plot." —Nick Stead, Author of the Hybrid werewolf series (Fantasy/Horror). "As a first time author, it was good to have a professional involved for guidance. Yet Gareth allows your voice to prevail. I will absolutely work with Gareth again!" —Andy Del Gallo, author of Carve a New You (Self Help). "The benefit of Gareth's professional critique and editing skills have transformed my writing. He has a clear vision of what works in any genre and communicates this with sensitivity and skill." —Sara Burgess, author of The House on Hill Lane (Historical Fantasy/Supernatural) "It was a great pleasure working with Gareth. He is passionate about waiting and doesn't just get the job done - he puts a piece of his soul into his work." —S V Michaelson (Children's Fantasy/SciFi) CLIENT TESTIMONIALS—LAYOUT AND FORMATTING (PRINT+EBOOK) "It was a real joy to work with Gareth. He is a real "wizard" when it comes to layouting and editing game manuals. He really pushed my project forward and gave it a lot more quality. I would rehire Gareth any time!" —Christian Mannsbart, author of Bust of Fire Game system. "Gareth was flexible helping me format my graphic novel for Kindle and printing. Highly recommended!" —Sam Lytle, author of Beyond VS. (Graphic Novel) "Gareth created both the eBook and the paperback formats for my 94k-word book. He is an excellent communicator and responds quickly. He exceeded my expectations with the deadline, completing the formatting in just a few days, which was well ahead of the two-week timeline provided for the project. He also made artistic suggestions to the interior that ultimately made for a much better product for the readers. I appreciate all of his hard work and efficiency. I highly recommend him and will be using him again for my next book." —Catherine Lamm, author of If You Hear Hoofbeats. (Crime/Thriller) Our team had the pleasure of hiring Gareth for the typesetting of a client's book, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional. Gareth’s deep knowledge of the craft was evident from the very beginning. He understood the intricacies of the project and provided insights that significantly improved the final product. One of the most impressive aspects of working with Gareth was his communication. He kept us in the loop at every stage, making sure that all our concerns were addressed promptly and thoroughly. His ability to explain technical aspects in a clear and concise manner made the entire process smooth and stress-free. Moreover, Gareth’s reliability and punctuality were outstanding. He consistently met every deadline, ensuring that the project stayed on track without any hiccups. His proactive approach and dedication to delivering high-quality work on time truly set him apart. Gareth is not just a typesetting expert; he’s a partner you can trust to bring your vision to life with professionalism and care. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a skilled and reliable professional who goes above and beyond to exceed expectations." —Omar Kandil, OBCIDO Inc

🇬🇧Huddersfield, United Kingdom$50/hr100% JSS4.97 (145)Since Jun 2016

Earnings and projects

MRR
$1.2k

Last 6 months ÷ 6

World#40,677 / 412k
🇬🇧Country#829 / 10.7k
Revenue, last 30 days
$716

Last 6 months: $7.2k

World#53,117 / 412k
🇬🇧Country#947 / 10.7k
Total earnings
$110k

Billed in all: $112k

World#34,990 / 412k
🇬🇧Country#795 / 10.7k
Per project
$513

$481 in the last 6 months

World#180,333 / 412k
🇬🇧Country#4,792 / 10.7k
Projects, last 6 months
15
73% fixed27% hourly
World#9,890 / 412k
🇬🇧Country#195 / 10.7k
Projects in all
215

Across 224 contracts

74% fixed26% hourly
World#8,835 / 412k
🇬🇧Country#206 / 10.7k

Earnings, last 30 days

$112k+$716 earned in the last 30 daysBilled in all, before Upwork's fee · drag across the chart to see what was earned in any stretch
$110.5k$111.0k$111.5k$112.0kOct 8Oct 23Nov 7

Skill rankings: Top 5% in Scriptwriting

Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.

  1. #37Story Editing578 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #2Top 6%
  2. #60Book703 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #3Top 9%
  3. #74Line Editing910 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #6Top 8%
  4. #83Ebook1,174 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #4Top 7%
  5. #90Formatting1,109 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #4Top 8%
  6. #147Book Editing2,192 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #7Top 7%
  7. #156Ebook Design1,851 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #5Top 8%
  8. #174Scriptwriting3,377 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #13Top 5%