Anne Horsten - Freelance editor (non-fiction & fiction) and copywriter

Q: Where is Anne based?

Anne is based in Cologne, Germany and prefers 100% remote projects.

Q: What languages does Anne speak?

Anne speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced) .

Q: What is Anne's latest experience?

Anne's most recent position is Freelance editor (non-fiction & fiction) and copywriter at Self-employed .

Q: What is Anne's education?

Anne holds a Master in English and German Studies from Heinrich Heine University .

Q: How to hire Anne?

To hire Anne, click the Meet button on the profile to request a meeting and discuss your project needs.

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Cologne, Germany

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Experience

Cologne, Germany

Freelance editor (non-fiction & fiction) and copywriter

Self-employed

Collaborates with publishers and authors, guiding manuscripts (novels & non-fiction) from draft to print-ready with linguistic precision, stylistically confident revisions, and proofreading, with a trained eye for dramaturgy and target audience.
Revises and optimizes AI-generated texts professionally in terms of style, structure, and tone.
Provides content and stylistic editing (non-fiction & fiction).
Conducts proofreading (spelling, grammar, punctuation).
Offers manuscript review and qualified text feedback.
Supports self-publishers.
Worked with clients including Penguin Random House, Münchner Verlagsgruppe, Deutscher Wirtschaftsbuch Verlag, Next Level Verlag, Wolters Kluwer Editorial Services, Eskimoz, Die Wirtschaft Köln, Visable, and Pylot.
Holds a Master's degree in English and German Studies.
Produces SEO-optimized articles and web texts, PR and press texts, and translations (German/English).
Completed further training in online marketing and CMS.
Member of the Association of Freelance Editors (vfll.de).

Summary

I am a freelance editor and copywriter with years of experience guiding manuscripts from first draft to print-ready form. I work closely with publishers and authors to deliver precise language editing, careful style revisions, and audience-focused drama, ensuring both non-fiction and fiction manuscripts hit the mark.

I also bring solid expertise in refining AI-generated texts and producing polished content for SEO, PR, web, and translation projects. My background in English and German studies supports my deep understanding of language, empowering me to enhance any text with clarity and a consistent tone.

Skills

Content And Stylistic Editing (Non-Fiction & Fiction)
Proofreading (Spelling, Grammar, Punctuation)
Manuscript Review & Qualified Text Feedback
Support For Self-Publishers
Seo-Optimized Specialized Articles & Web Texts
Pr & Press Texts
Revision Of Ai-Generated Content
German/English Translations

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Heinrich Heine University

Master's degree · English and German Studies · 1.0

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 1

Global Experience

Countries worked in 1 (Germany)

Primary country Germany

Qualifications

Highest degree Master

Profile

Created

February 2026

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Anne is based in Cologne, Germany and prefers 100% remote projects.

Anne speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

Based on recent experience, Anne would be well-suited for roles such as: Freelance editor (non-fiction & fiction) and copywriter.

Anne's most recent position is Freelance editor (non-fiction & fiction) and copywriter at Self-employed.

Anne holds a Master in English and German Studies from Heinrich Heine University.

Anne is immediately available for suitable projects.

Anne's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.

To hire Anne, click the Meet button on the profile to request a meeting and discuss your project needs.

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