Elena

@elenaedit
5.0(149)

Level 1

Discover, learn and master your manuscript

Australia
English
About me
I'm a 29-year-old qualified freelance book editor. I have a Bachelor of Communications with a major in Creative Writing, a Diploma in Language and a Post Graduate Certificate in Editing and Publishing. I help authors, and aspiring authors create their dream stories through proofreading and content editing. I'm so excited to start this journey with you and awaken your story!... Read more

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$50/hour
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Average response time: 8 hours

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Developmental Editing
I will proofread and edit your book
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Beta Reading
I will beta read your novel and give detailed feedback
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Work experience

Freelance Book Editor

Awaken My Story

Jun 2022 - Present3 yrs 11 mos

Since 2022, I have worked as a freelance book editor with Awaken My Story, supporting indie authors in developing and refining their novels. I have helped over 100 independent writers strengthen their manuscripts through developmental editing, line editing, copy editing, editorial assessments and outline analysis. My work focuses on improving story structure, character development, pacing and prose clarity, helping authors transform early drafts into polished manuscripts ready for publication. One of the novels I edited went on to appear on the Kirkus Reviews Best Seller List, reflecting the high standard of work I bring to every manuscript I edit.

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    voliveria

    Repeat Client

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    United States

    5

    This is the second time I've used Elena. She is an extraordinary editor who goes above and beyond to understand your story and the messages behind it. She offers key suggestions on aspects like pacing, perspectives, timelines, etc. When using her, I know I'm receiving such high-quality editing for a...

    $600-$800

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    5 weeks

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    taylorspadola

    Repeat Client

    CH

    Switzerland

    5

    Elena is an absolute gem. I've worked with her twice now and she was my lifeline during a very stressful editing process. Her feedback is always authentic and challenging in the best way. She knows how to push to dig deeper into plot stakes, character arcs, pacing, without ever feeling harsh. She understood...

    $400-$600

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    3 weeks

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    ashhbaybe

    US

    United States

    5

    Elena performed exceptionally well on my project. She demonstrated attentiveness and significantly enhanced the quality of my document. Additionally, her timely delivery and overall professionalism were commendable. She fulfilled her commitments within the agreed timeframe and I will definitely use her again for future projects.

    $50-$100

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    6 days

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    lewsir

    US

    United States

    5

    Elena provide a very insightful review of my draft. Lot's of great advice and it is clear she has done this many times - she has a strong sense of how to progress a story, flesh out the characters, etc. I will be acting on most of her recommendations. Thanks Elena!

    $50-$100

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    2 weeks

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    Beta Reading

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    ellie_amoss

    AU

    Australia

    5

    Elena was so supportive and quick to deliver what I required! I will be excited to work with her in the future. Her thoughts on it truly made me work harder to be a better writer!

    Up to $50

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    2 days

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    Developmental Editing

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