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Joan L

@joan_lopez2
4.9(69)

Level 2

BOOK EDITOR, BETA READER, STORY FEEDBACK SPECIALIST

United States
Spanish, English, French, German
About me
Hello! I’m a passionate story consultant, multilingual (English, Spanish, French, German), experienced teacher, and professional ghostwriter offering alpha and beta reading, proofreading, editing, and formatting with honest, reader-focused feedback. I work across all genres, including Romance, Dark Romance, Erotic, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, YA, Thriller, Mystery, Memoir, Nonfiction, Christian, Poetry, Horror, and more. I focus on plot, pacing, character depth, and emotional impact to help authors worldwide refine stories that truly connect. Let’s elevate your book, message me today!... Read more

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Developmental Editing
I will developmental edit, beta read dark fantasy, paranormal romance, memoir, mystery
4.9(64)
Book Proposals
I will find active literary agent for your movie script, query letter, screenwriting
4.0(3)

Portfolio

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    4.9
  • Quality of delivery
    4.9
  • Value of delivery
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    mikejoep

    Repeat Client

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    United States

    5

    Joan L.'s contribution continues to impress me. Her developmental editing is superb. It is making a significant difference in the reader's involvement in the story. I am grateful to have her assistance.

    $200-$400

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    8 days

    Duration

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    mikejoep

    Repeat Client

    US

    United States

    5

    Joan L. has done an exceptional job of showing me through example how to craft my literary novel. She carefully dissected the manuscript, complementing the strengths and explaining the weaknesses with actionable advice. Her critique was extremely valuable to my effort.

    $100-$200

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    4 weeks

    Duration

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    Developmental Editing

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    insanesempai

    US

    United States

    5

    I asked her for an Alpha reading for my manuscript's prologue and first chapter and the results did not disappoint. Joan provided detailed analysis of what I had written giving clear feedback on strengths and weaknesses to help me build a stronger foundation to my story.

    Up to $50

    Price

    4 days

    Duration

    gig

    Developmental Editing

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    mikejoep

    Repeat Client

    US

    United States

    5

    Joan L. gave me a very thorough review of my manuscript. Her insights were spot on and most valuable to me. I was impressed by her level of understanding of the subject matter, professionalism, and politeness. her cirtique was objective and offered in a constructive manner.

    $50-$100

    Price

    4 weeks

    Duration

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    Developmental Editing

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    mikejoep

    Repeat Client

    US

    United States

    5

    Joan L. has a strong command of language and grammar. She understands how they mold character personalities. Her vocabulary choices help to refine the relationship depth between the characters. These rare skills make her a valued editor at any level of manuscript development.

    $200-$400

    Price

    7 days

    Duration

    gig

    Developmental Editing

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