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victorylucky

Mercy M

@victorylucky
4.9(245)

Level 2

Book editing expert , Developmental, line, copy edits and proofreading

Kenya
English
About me
Professional book editor specializing in line editing, developmental editing, copy editing, substantive editing, and proofreading. I refine manuscripts for clarity, style, structure, and grammar, ensuring your voice shines through. From novels to nonfiction, I deliver polished, publication-ready work. I also offer an 1000-word sample edit of your manuscript’s chapter, so you can preview the quality of my editing before placing an order.... Read more

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victorylucky
Mercy M
$20/hour
Offline • 
Average response time: 1 hour

See my services

Line Editing
I will professionally line edit, copy edit and proofread your manuscript, book or novel
4.9(236)
Letters
I will write a query letter for your book, manuscript, novel or literary agent
5.0(6)

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Work experience

Freelance Book Editor

January 2020 – Present • Self-employed

Dec 2019 - Present6 yrs 6 mos

Provide developmental editing, line editing, copy editing, and proofreading for fiction and nonfiction manuscripts. Help authors strengthen structure, plot development, pacing, character arcs, clarity, and overall flow. Refine sentence structure, eliminate redundancy, and improve readability while preserving the author’s unique voice. Edit manuscripts ranging from 10,000 to 100,000+ words. Deliver detailed editorial feedback reports with actionable revision suggestions. Offer 1,000-word sample edits to demonstrate editing style and quality before full project commitment. Maintain consistent 5-star client satisfaction through timely delivery and clear communication.

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Rating Breakdown
  • Seller communication level
    4.9
  • Quality of delivery
    4.9
  • Value of delivery
    4.9
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    orlanm43

    US

    United States

    4

    Great experience working with Mercy. She was responsive, professional, and open to feedback throughout the process. After an initial round of edits, I requested a more aggressive approach to tightening the writing, and she quickly adjusted and delivered a much stronger revision with improved clarity...

    Up to $50

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    3 days

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    Line Editing

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    arlishiayvonne

    Repeat Client

    US

    United States

    5

    Attention to detail and exceeded all my expectations. Professional and eloquently written.

    Up to $50

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    1 day

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    Line Editing

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    damonz21

    US

    United States

    5

    Flabbergasted! This woman is amazing!

    Up to $50

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    5 weeks

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    Line Editing

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    keli28504

    US

    United States

    5

    Good design

    Up to $50

    Price

    1 day

    Duration

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    Line Editing

    Worksample image
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    ramei56

    US

    United States

    5

    Excellent Service.

    Up to $50

    Price

    2 days

    Duration

    gig

    Line Editing

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