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Seeking Experienced Book Editor for Final Manuscript Review – Focus on Narrative Flow, Emotional Resonance, and Reader Engagement I’m looking for an experienced book editor to review my 81,619-word nonfiction manuscript in the self-improvement genre. The book has already undergone developmental editing, line editing, and proofreading, so this is not about grammar, typos, or structural revisions. Instead, I need a skilled editor who understands tonality, emotional impact, and reader evocation to conduct a manuscript assessment (or substantive evaluation) that focuses on: Identifying narrative gaps – Any areas where ideas feel incomplete, concepts need further clarity, or logical flow is disrupted. Eliminating redundancy – Highlighting sections where points, arguments, or examples are unnecessarily repeated without adding value. Enhancing emotional resonance – Ensuring key insights and stories land with the intended depth and connection to the reader. Improving reader engagement – Pinpointing sections that feel dry, overwritten, or disconnected, with suggestions to enhance impact and clarity. I’m looking for specific, actionable feedback rather than broad generalities. If a passage feels off, I want to know why and how to improve it. If there’s a better way to communicate an idea or evoke a response, I’d love your insights. Ideal Candidate: Experience in nonfiction editing, particularly in self-improvement, psychology, or thought leadership. Strong understanding of reader psychology and how to create engaging, transformative content. Ability to offer precise feedback with examples rather than vague suggestions. Project Details: Word Count: 81,619 Genre: Nonfiction – Self-Improvement Deliverable: A detailed editorial report with in-line comments on key areas for improvement. Payment terms: $125 lump sum to begin. $275 when upon acceptance of the final deliverable. The use of AI can be detected and is not allowed. ENGLISH MUST BE NATIVE. Please share your experience with similar projects, your estimated turnaround time, and your rate. Looking forward to working with the right editor to make this book as powerful as possible!