Yes, I was one of those kids in school who loved grammar. To this day. I spend time diving deep into the logistics of structure and syntax. I continue to pour over my copy of the Chicago Manual of Style to ensure that the writing I submit is polished. I am also passionate about the melody and rhythm of writing, the rise and fall of a sentence to maximize its impact.
You writing is a work of art. My role as editor is to remove all barriers between the reader and the artwork.
You writing is a work of art. My role as editor is to remove all barriers between the reader and the artwork.
If you are:
I can help!
Editors can be expensive. In my practice, I aim to be affordable and reliable. There will be no hidden costs, or other surprises. If you hire me to work on a project, you will know the cost before any work is started.
- A creative writer looking for a professional edit of your manuscript
- A business-owner looking for edits on media releases, newsletters, or websites
- A firm or agency looking for edits on articles, white papers, or other policy documents
I can help!
Editors can be expensive. In my practice, I aim to be affordable and reliable. There will be no hidden costs, or other surprises. If you hire me to work on a project, you will know the cost before any work is started.
CREATIVE WRITERS
Do you have a manuscript you are thinking about querying? Are you self-publishing and looking for that extra set of eyes after self-editing five different drafts? I'm here to help. I offer structural, stylistic, and copy edits. I will help find those inconsistencies, the parts that drag, the parts that rush, and those moments where the impact isn't quite what you want it to be. I will seek out those pesky punctuation errors, those sentences that just don't flow quite right, those moments where dialogue tags are needed, and when they are not. I will give your manuscript the love and attention worthy of the time, sweat, and tears you put into composing it.
A BIT ABOUT ME AS A READER AND WRITER
You want to work with someone who understands your chosen genre, so allow me to introduce myself as a reader and writer. My writing tends to fall into the literary category, although I have been dipping a toe or two into the established fantasy tropes. While my reading and writing fall within the adult age bracket, my experience as an educator has made me well-versed in the reading abilities of young adults. Furthermore, I have a strong passion for history. Thus, I feel comfortable providing full editing services for the following:
You want to work with someone who understands your chosen genre, so allow me to introduce myself as a reader and writer. My writing tends to fall into the literary category, although I have been dipping a toe or two into the established fantasy tropes. While my reading and writing fall within the adult age bracket, my experience as an educator has made me well-versed in the reading abilities of young adults. Furthermore, I have a strong passion for history. Thus, I feel comfortable providing full editing services for the following:
- Literary Fiction
- Creative Non-fiction, including memoirs
- Historical Fiction
- YA and Adult Fantasy
Of course, if you write outside these categories, I would still love to hear from you. I will not take on any project I don't feel I can do justice.
If you wish to hire me, please send me an email, or, if you prefer, you can message me on Twitter.
If you wish to hire me, please send me an email, or, if you prefer, you can message me on Twitter.
- Introduce yourself and the project on which you are currently working (genre, length).
- Let me know what type of editing you are looking for.
- I will let you know whether I can, and how I can help you, and provide an estimate. I will ask for a short sample so I can demonstrate my work.
- If you are satisfied, we will set a price and timeline.
I look forward to working with you. Remember, you have worked hard on your manuscript — let me help you across the finish line.
BUSINESSES and ORGANIZATIONS
Sometimes, a brilliant idea can get lost if not properly communicated. Sometimes customers will turn away if they catch too many typos, or if the tone isn't quite right.
You care about your customers and clients. You value your messaging, and the services you provide. Let me help you ensure that your written voice is loud and clear. From the customer-facing media releases and websites, to the internal white papers, technical manuals, or policy documents --
I can ensure that your writing is correct, clear, and impactful.
If you wish to hire me, please send me an email, or, if you prefer, you can message me on Twitter.
You care about your customers and clients. You value your messaging, and the services you provide. Let me help you ensure that your written voice is loud and clear. From the customer-facing media releases and websites, to the internal white papers, technical manuals, or policy documents --
I can ensure that your writing is correct, clear, and impactful.
If you wish to hire me, please send me an email, or, if you prefer, you can message me on Twitter.
- Introduce yourself and your specific needs.
- I will let you know whether I can, and how I can help, I will provide an estimate, and may request a sample to demonstrate my skills.
- If you accept my services, we will outline the next steps.
I look forward to helping you take your writing to the next level!