Mary G

Book Editor | Manuscript Development Specialist

Self-Employed • Freelance

Oct 2025 - Present • 8 mos

I am a professional Book Editor with several years of hands-on experience helping authors turn unfinished drafts into polished, publication-ready books. I have worked with first-time writers, self-publishing authors, coaches, and entrepreneurs across the United States and internationally. My editing experience spans fiction and nonfiction, including novels, memoirs, business books, personal development titles, and academic manuscripts. I provide developmental editing, line editing, copyediting, and proofreading, ensuring each manuscript is clear, cohesive, engaging, and aligned with industry standards. Key achievements include: • Edited and refined 100+ full-length manuscripts, improving structure, clarity, and overall readability • Helped multiple first-time authors successfully self-publish on Amazon KDP and IngramSpark • Reduced grammatical and stylistic errors by 95%+ across final submissions • Strengthened narrative flow and chapter organization to increase reader engagement and positive reviews • Consistently delivered projects on time and within scope, maintaining long-term client relationships I am known for my clear communication, attention to detail, and ability to preserve the author’s unique voice while elevating the quality of the work. My goal is not just to edit but to help authors publish books they are proud to put their name on