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Azaelea

@editorial_hive

Book Editor, Professional Alpha Reader, Beta Reader and Copy Editor

United States
English, Spanish, German
About me
Welcome to Editorial Hive! I am a passionate book editor and dedicated alpha reader who lives and breathes great storytelling. Think of me as your manuscript's ultimate cheerleader and gentlest critic. Whether you are writing a sweeping fantasy world, a spine chilling thriller, or a messy, emotional contemporary romance, I dive deep into your pages. I focus on breathing life into your character development, catching plot holes, and polishing your unique voice so you can self-publish with total confidence. Let’s make your story unforgettable. Drop me a message today, and let's chat!... Read more

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Beta Reading
I will alpha, beta read, and critique your contemporary, dark romance novel beta reader
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Beta Reading
I will beta read romance critique cozy mystery fantasy science fi, thriller beta reader
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Work experience

Upwork

Freelance Book Editor & Professional Beta Reader

Upwork • Freelance

May 2025 - Present • 1 yr 4 mos

Providing developmental editing, copy editing, and alpha/beta reading services for independent authors globally. Evaluated over 100+ manuscripts across romance, fantasy, and thriller genres, delivering actionable reader feedback reports and meticulous inline commentary. Focused on refining character arcs, tightening plot pacing, and preserving the author's unique voice to prepare fiction manuscripts for successful self-publishing.