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victor_john2

Lucy

@victor_john2
4.8(41)

Level 2

Professional Book Editor Editing Proofreading and Formatting

United States
English, German
About me
Writing a book is a personal journey, and every manuscript deserves an editor who understands the story behind it. I'm Lucy, a professional book editor helping authors transform rough drafts into polished, publication-ready books. I specialize in developmental editing, line editing, copy editing, proofreading, and book formatting, improving clarity, pacing, consistency, and flow while preserving your unique voice. My goal is to help you publish a book readers will enjoy and remember.... Read more

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victor_john2
Lucy
$15/hour
Offline • 
Average response time: 1 hour

See my services

Developmental Editing
I will do line and copy editing proofreading for christian novel romance memoir book
4.8(39)
Copy Editing
I will do christian book editing and proofreading, christian book formatting

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Work experience

Self_Employed

Book Editor & Publishing Specialist

Self Employed • Freelance

Dec 2014 - Present11 yrs 7 mos

Job History Edited fiction and nonfiction manuscripts for independent authors. Performed developmental editing, line editing, copyediting, and proofreading. Formatted books for Amazon KDP print and Kindle publishing. Improved manuscript structure, pacing, clarity, grammar, and readability. Collaborated with authors to prepare publication-ready manuscripts. Achievements Edited books across multiple genres, including romance, memoir, Christian fiction, nonfiction, and self-help. Delivered publication-ready manuscripts for Amazon KDP. Helped authors improve story structure, consistency, and reader engagement. Built long-term relationships with repeat clients through high-quality editing and reliable communication.

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Rating Breakdown
  • Seller communication level
    4.8
  • Quality of delivery
    4.8
  • Value of delivery
    4.8
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    sweetpinkbrat

    Repeat Client

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    France

    5

    I honestly didn’t expect the editing to make such a big difference to my manuscript. Lucy didn’t just go through the book and correct a few mistakes; she really took the time to understand the story and point out areas that needed improvement. Her edits made the writing smoother, clearer, and much easier...

    Up to $50

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    7 days

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    Developmental Editing

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    shaylamercedes4

    CA

    Canada

    4

    first time searching for a freelancer I came across Lucy's page, at first I was very skeptical especially because their user name says victor John but their profile says Lucy, which I even asked them about. regardless I decided to take the chance. I'm not sure who is actually behind the screen doing...

    $200-$400

    Price

    11 days

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    gig

    Developmental Editing

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    saheed_fhg

    Repeat Client

    CR

    Costa Rica

    5

    Working with Lucy was an absolute game-changer! She transformed my messy manuscript into a professionally formatted masterpiece. Every page looked polished, well-spaced, and easy to read, perfectly aligned with my vision and brand. She paid attention to the tiniest details from fonts and margins to elegant...

    Up to $50

    Price

    5 days

    Duration

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    Developmental Editing

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    juliana_wood

    US

    United States

    5

    She did an incredible job editing and proofreading my complex manuscript. My book had inconsistent formatting, grammar issues, awkward sentence structure, and sections that needed careful attention to preserve the original meaning. She handled everything with great care and professionalism. Her edits...

    Up to $50

    Price

    4 days

    Duration

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    Developmental Editing

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    terrelldanley

    US

    United States

    5

    Lucy delivered exactly the kind of line editing I had hoped for. Her work was surgical and precise, sharpening sentences and improving clarity throughout while fully respecting my voice and never rewriting passages the way some editors do. She understood the register of the manuscript and elevated the...

    $200-$400

    Price

    10 days

    Duration

    gig

    Developmental Editing

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