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Maria S

@mariastambone
5.0(15)

Editor and Beta Reader

United States
English
About me
Graduate student in criminal justice with a background in psychology and criminology. For over six years, I have worked as a freelance editor and proofreader, supporting both fiction authors and academic writers. I provide line editing, proofreading, and thoughtful beta feedback with a detail-oriented, analytically grounded approach. I also have extensive experience working with ESL and EFL writers, strengthening clarity while preserving each writer’s voice and intent. I approach each project with care, precision, and respect for the writer’s goals.... Read more

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Beta Reading
I will beta read your mystery or thriller novel
5.0(9)
Line Editing
I will line edit and proofread your novel or fiction manuscript
4.9(6)

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  • Seller communication level
    5
  • Quality of delivery
    5
  • Value of delivery
    4.9
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    finntomlin

    AU

    Australia

    5

    Great to work with and gave very good feedback on all aspects of the book. Even caught a few errors that were missed during the initial editing that I have since been able to fix. Recommended!

    $100-$200

    Price

    3 weeks

    Duration

    gig

    Beta Reading

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
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    author_ehmelbee

    Repeat Client

    US

    United States

    5

    Another great job! I am never disappointed in the work. Always above my expectations

    $50-$100

    Price

    4 weeks

    Duration

    gig

    Line Editing

    Helpful?
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    No
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    curtis_carlson

    US

    United States

    5

    Working with Maria was a pleasure. She obviously spent a lot of time with my manuscript, and provided a detailed, intelligent, and incredibly helpful report. I will certainly work with Maria in the future, and can’t recommend her beta reading gig more enthusiastically.

    $100-$200

    Price

    3 weeks

    Duration

    gig

    Beta Reading

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
    A
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    author_ehmelbee

    Repeat Client

    US

    United States

    5

    Another short story to edit, and another home run by Maria! Her attention to detail helps this "big picture" author tighten his story, and her ability to not only offer suggestions for improvement, but point out parts that she found value and quality in helps to reinforce my belief in my writing skills. Maria is one of the best!

    $100-$200

    Price

    4 weeks

    Duration

    gig

    Line Editing

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
    A
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    author_ehmelbee

    Repeat Client

    US

    United States

    5

    It is always a pleasure to work with Maria, she is very professional and thorough. She takes her time and addresses areas that need improvement while understanding the theming and voice that I was striving for. My final story reaches its best version only after Maria has worked her magic on it!

    $100-$200

    Price

    6 weeks

    Duration

    gig

    Line Editing

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No