
Mercy M
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Book editing expert , Developmental, line, copy edits and proofreading
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Freelance Book Editor
January 2020 – Present • Self-employed
Dec 2019 - Present • 6 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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orlanm43
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United States
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...
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orlanm43
Repeat Client

United States
I hired Mercy for a line edit of my raw feeding book. My goal was to improve readability, remove repetition, and clean up wording without changing the structure, voice, or teaching approach. She respected those instructions well. The edits improved flow, tightened sentences, and made the manuscript...
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arlishiayvonne
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United States
Attention to detail and exceeded all my expectations. Professional and eloquently written.
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United States
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United States
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