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With decades of experience in a wide range of writing and editing styles and topics, I can take your rough and rugged draft and turn it into a finely polished piece of engaging reading! Please know that I accept virtually every type of writing job, from fully completed pieces that need simple proofreading and editing, to writing complete memoirs from scratch. In any case, you can be sure that you will be thrilled when I finish the job and return to you the best piece of writing ever!
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Hired 174 times

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1 employee

40 years in business

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Sun8:00 am - 8:00 pmMon8:00 am - 8:00 pm

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2019

Services offered
Type of work

Writing

Editing

Editing type

Substantive or developmental editing

Copyediting

Proofreading

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Fiction manuscripts

Non-fiction manuscripts

Academic papers and journals

Scientific / medical papers and journals

Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, responsiveness, and professionalism.

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Andrew T.

Jan 22, 2026

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Neal has an elegant hand when it comes to writing and scene building, it is evident that years of honing and work have been put into literature. Additionally, he has been great to work with, I am already looking forward to working with him in future projects. :)

Details: Editing • Proofreading • Substantive or developmental editing • Fiction manuscripts • I'm flexible • A variety of projects • Remotely (phone or internet) • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Chuck F.

Jan 23, 2026

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Neal is a thoughtful, meticulous editor who truly cares about both the craft and the writer’s voice. His feedback is clear, constructive, and always respectful, and his professionalism makes the entire process smooth and collaborative. He’s been instrumental in elevating a deeply personal manuscript, and I highly recommend him to any writer seeking a skilled and dependable editor.

Details: Editing • Proofreading • Copyediting • Non-fiction manuscripts • I'm flexible • I'm flexible • At the pro’s location • Remotely (phone or internet)

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Edith Z.

Aug 5, 2025

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I highly recommend Dr. Blaxberg. His professionalism was outstanding! He promptly addressed my inquiry and provided updates, streamlining the entire process. Dr. Blackburg delivered and crafted a truly exceptional essay and turnaround time was within one business day. I am absolutely thrilled with the essay I received! I am looking forward to working with him in the future.

Details: Writing • Education • Fewer than 2,000 words • A single project • Remotely (phone or internet)

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Robert E.

Dec 18, 2024

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This was my first time working with Neal. It will not be my last. I would have chosen all five things to like about Neal if it wasn't limited to three. I approached him online, he responded quickly, we chatted about what I wanted and was looking for. He sent me a sample of his editing (using a paragraph of my article). It was excellent. I understood what he was going to do, and he did it. Excellent turnaround time. I'm not a kid (age 75). I know a pro when I meet them. Mr. Blaxberg is a pro.

Details: Editing • Substantive or developmental editing • Proofreading • Non-fiction manuscripts • Fewer than 2,000 words • A variety of projects • At the pro’s location • Remotely (phone or internet)

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Lynn M.

Feb 3, 2026

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Neal is exactly the person I needed! He is a knowledgable, thorough and experienced editor who is a pleasure to work with. He is also pleasant, responsive and prompt.

Details: Editing • Proofreading • Non-fiction manuscripts • Press release writing • 50,000 - 100,000 words • A single project • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)

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Neal Blaxberg

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