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Self-Help Book Writer & Editor Needed (Transform Draft into 200+ Page Bestseller)

Remote, USA Full-time Posted 2026-06-13

I am looking for an experienced book writer/editor to help transform my existing manuscript into a high-quality, publish-ready self-help book. The book is already written in draft form (19 chapters), and I need someone who can expand, refine, and elevate it into a professional 200–220 page book suitable for publishing. Project Overview: Topic: Personal growth / mindset / overcoming limitations Current draft: ~19 chapters (structured but needs expansion) Target length: ~200–220 pages Tone: Simple, clear, and impactful (approx. 6th–8th grade reading level) Audience: General audience (self-improvement readers) What I Need You To Do: Edit and improve clarity, flow, and readability Expand each chapter with: Real-life examples Deeper explanations Practical applications Maintain a simple, engaging tone (not overly academic) Add light structure enhancements such as: Bullet points Section headings Summaries Ensure consistency across all chapters Nice to Have (Bonus Skills): Experience writing self-help or motivational books Familiarity with bestselling styles similar to: James Clear (Atomic Habits) Jay Shetty (Think Like a Monk) Ability to make content engaging and relatable Deliverables: Fully edited and expanded manuscript ~200–220 pages total Clean, well-structured document ready for formatting/publishing Requirements: Strong English writing and editing skills Experience with long-form content (books preferred) Ability to maintain consistent tone throughout Must provide samples of similar work To Apply: Please include: A brief introduction about your experience Links or samples of similar book projects Your approach to expanding and improving a draft Estimated timeline and rate Important: This is not a simple proofreading job. I am looking for someone who can elevate the content into a professional, engaging, and publishable book. Budget: Open to proposals based on experience and quality. Looking forward to working with someone who can help bring this book to life. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job Apply tot his job Apply To this Job

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