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Emeraldin

@loveemerald489
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Level 1

BETA READER, BOOK EDITOR, FORMATTER AND PUBLISHER

United States
English, French
About me
Emerald is a professional book editor, developmental editor, beta reader, ghostwriter, and formatting specialist with 9+ years of experience helping authors transform manuscripts into polished, reader-focused books. Her expertise includes developmental editing, line editing, proofreading, manuscript evaluation, beta reading, book formatting, and publishing preparation. With a background in sociology and international communication, she brings a strong understanding of diverse voices, perspectives, audiences, and storytelling approaches.... Read more

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$75/hour
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Average response time: 2 hours

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Beta Reading
I will developmental editor, romance beta reader, memoir fiction novel self help editor
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Ghostwriting
I will christian book editor, sermon, self help ghostwriter ghostwrite spiritual memoir

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Work experience

WritingMetier

Writers of the West

WritingMetier • Freelance

Apr 2024 - Present2 yrs 4 mos

Provide comprehensive editorial support for authors developing book-length projects. Analyze manuscripts from both a professional editorial and reader-centered perspective. Strengthen clarity, readability, consistency, emotional impact, and overall presentation. Work with diverse authors and subject matter, drawing on a background in sociology and international communication to understand different perspectives and voices. Help emerging and experienced authors move manuscripts from early drafts toward polished, publication-ready work.

USA_for UNHCR

USA Publishing Group

USA for UNHCR • Full-time

Feb 2022 - Present4 yrs 6 mos

Review manuscripts from an editorial and reader perspective. Identify weaknesses in plot, structure, pacing, transitions, character development, clarity, and consistency. Deliver comprehensive beta-reader reports and chapter-by-chapter feedback. Help authors understand how their manuscript may be perceived by their intended audience. Provide constructive feedback while protecting the author's voice and creative vision.

LinkedIn

Independent Book Editor & Publishing Consultant

LinkedIn • Freelance

Aug 2021 - Present5 yrs

Format manuscripts for paperback, hardcover, and digital publication. Prepare professionally structured interiors suitable for self-publishing platforms. Work with authors on typography, chapter layouts, front matter, back matter, page breaks, headings, and overall book presentation. Assist authors in preparing manuscripts for platforms such as Amazon KDP. Combine editorial knowledge with publishing and formatting requirements to create polished, publication-ready books.

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    therese42h

    US

    United States

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    I’m genuinely impressed with the quality of this edit. My manuscript now reads smoothly, professionally, and with so much more impact. Emerald strengthened the flow, refined awkward sentences, improved pacing, caught inconsistencies, and enhanced clarity while preserving my unique voice. Her thoughtful...

    $100-$200

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    2 weeks

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    victoria_coop

    US

    United States

    5

    Emerald, you did an absolutely beautiful job editing my self-help manuscript. Your attention to grammar, clarity, sentence structure, flow, consistency, and overall coherence truly elevated the quality of my work while preserving my authentic voice and message. I deeply appreciate the thoughtful improvements...

    $50-$100

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    6 days

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    darrenwealth

    US

    United States

    5

    I had an outstanding experience working with Emerald on my self-help personal development manuscript. She did an exceptional job bringing clarity, structure, and polish to my work while preserving the heart and message behind my writing. Throughout the revision process, Emerald was patient, professional,...

    $50-$100

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    12 days

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    rose_g09

    US

    United States

    Ongoing collaboration
    5

    A heartfelt thanks to you to for an outstanding job. Your professionalism, keen eye for detail, and commitment to excellence transformed my manuscript into a stronger, clearer, and more engaging piece. A great editor does far more than correct grammar and punctuation—they refine sentence flow, strengthen...

    $50-$100

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    6 days

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    barrywood01

    US

    United States

    5

    Emeraldin did a great job!! She transformed my rough draft into a polished, professional book ready for publishing. Her feedback was sharp, encouraging and on point. Hire her if you want quality edits that elevate your story !!

    $50

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    5 days

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