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    MELISSA HOLMES

    MELISSA HOLMES

    Writer, Proofreader and Editor

    Glasgow, United Kingdom

    English speaking

    Award-winning journalist, proofreader and editor delivering fresh, compelling and personally-tailored work encompassing features writing, ghostwriting, copywriting, editing services...Read moreAward-winning journalist, proofreader and editor delivering fresh, compelling and personally-tailored work encompassing features writing, ghostwriting, copywriting, editing services and blog/content creation. My writing is sharp, sassy and relevant, covering a wide variety of areas including parenting, human interest, careers, the arts, corporate, B2B, B2C, entertainment, family issues, celebrities and travel. I create insightful editorial and have solid experience as an editor, proofreader and social media manager. I'm passionate about perfectionism when it comes to words!

    I have written for and edited a range of publications, including Enable, Source, Family Life, Able, Civvy Street, End of Term, Glasgow University Guardian and Prospects, as well as producing copy for websites and promotional projects. I have created web copy and content along with promotional copy and product descriptions for a variety of businesses, including managing social channels for Holmes-made Papercuts and Etsy's Team York. I also provide writing and re-writing support for academic projects and corporate reports, as well as editing, proofreading and ghostwriting books for a number of specialist publishers and individual authors, covering areas such as women's contemporary fiction and a factual book on supporting positive mental health.

    But don't just take my word for it. In 2006 I was awarded the Young Journalist Special Prize in the European Union's ‘For Diversity, Against Discrimination’ Journalist Award and was shortlisted for Feature Writer of the Year at the 2007 PPA Scottish Magazine Awards. In 2012 my full-time writing took a back seat to enable me to raise my family, but I've kept my game up with blogging, social media management, book editing and the occasional magazine feature focusing on issues I'm passionate about.

    If you're looking for a skilled editor and proofreader with an eye for detail, a literary expert to ghostwrite your book or project on any topic area, a talented writer who can turn out high quality pieces to deadline (along with all the necessary expert quotes and accompanying images), or someone to manage and organise your social channels while producing copy that delivers, I'm looking forward to hearing from you.

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    editingsocial media managementacademic writingcontent writingCopywritingcreative writingmarketing writingblog writingsocial media writingabout us writing +5
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    Industry expertise: Art, Education, Environmental, Marketing and Publishing

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    • Leanneby Leanne A.
    • Posted: 16 Feb 2021
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    • 08 Mar 2021 Leanne A.
      Leanne A.
      Northwich, GB

      More brilliant work Thank you!

    • 24 Feb 2021 Leanne A.
      Leanne A.
      Northwich, GB

      Another excellent job, thank you so much!

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    Professional Copywriting for a landing page to sell a retreat
    • Shaunaby Shauna G.
    • Posted: 11 Feb 2021
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    • 14 Feb 2021 Shauna G.
      Shauna G.
      Magherafelt, GB

      Melissa did an excellent job on copy writing my landing page. She totally got my aim and made it better than I could have imagined. Thank-you!

    Proofreading a book
    • Uasabiby Uasabi
    • Posted: 6 Jan 2021
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    • 18 Jan 2021 Uasabi
      Uasabi
      London, GB

      Quick turnaround, excellent suggestions and hard working. I will hire again

      MELISSA H.
      MELISSA H.

      Many thanks Daniele, I really appreciate your positive feedback!

    Ghostwrite a Book
    • Jimmyby Jimmy S.
    • Posted: 19 May 2020
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    • 30 Dec 2020 Jimmy S.
      Jimmy S.
      Newry, GB

      Melissa’s work is excellent and of a very high standard. Melissa is easy to work with and very responsive to any issues or queries.
      First class service and I highly recommend Melissa. Jimmy

      MELISSA H.
      MELISSA H.

      Thanks so much for your feedback Jimmy. It was a pleasure working with you.

    Statement of Purpose
    • Paulby Paul R.
    • Posted: 25 Sep 2020
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    • 01 Dec 2020 Paul R.
      Paul R.
      City of London, GB

      Melissa did an excellent job once again, she is a pleasure to work with.

      MELISSA H.
      MELISSA H.

      Many thanks Paul, always a pleasure!

    Ghost writing
    • Krissyby Krissy H.
    • Posted: 19 Oct 2020
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    • 01 Dec 2020 Krissy H.
      Krissy H.
      Reading, GB

      Melissa was very helpful and spent time and effort in understanding what I needed and did her own research. Great work x

      MELISSA H.
      MELISSA H.

      Thanks so much Krissy, it was a really interesting project to be involved in and I look forward to working with you again in future.

    Rewrite last few chapters of book and Synopsis
    • Maryby Mary S.
    • Posted: 19 Mar 2020
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    • 13 May 2020 Mary S.
      Mary S.
      Beirut, LB

      Melissa to say I am happy is an understatement thank u for all your hard work and effort in making my novel a readable and exciting read. Your professionalism is above and beyond

    Needed creative rewriting: 3 love scenes between 3-5 pages in total
    • Cristinaby Cristina B.
    • Posted: 8 Feb 2020
    • 2
    • 09 Feb 2020 Cristina B.
      Cristina B.
      Fulham, GB

      On time with work and gave great content.Great job!

    Statement of Academic Purpose
    • Paulby Paul R.
    • Posted: 8 Jan 2020
    • 4
    • 23 Jan 2020 Paul R.
      Paul R.
      City of London, GB

      Melissa was an absolute pleasure to work with. Her writing style is descriptive yet precise. In my experience it's more difficult to use less words to get your message across and Melissa really tightens her use of words. The finished document was first class.

      MELISSA H.
      MELISSA H.

      Thank you so much Paul, I was glad to be able to support you in this project.

    Test Chapter: Experience story about my time in China
    • Basby Bas B.
    • Posted: 27 Apr 2020
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