As a long-time editor in trade publishing, I know how many moving pieces are involved in creating a book. I can help you keep everything—and everyone—on track, from the initial stages of writing and development to final layout.
Writing.
From humor to health and gift to games, I write, co-write, and ghost-write a wide range of successful trade books. I can:
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Research and write on virtually any topic
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Rewrite problematic text to achieve clarity
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Add text to expand a project, while matching the writing style
Editing.
With nine years experience as a professional editor of both fiction and nonfiction, I am adept at all stages of book production, including:
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Manuscript development
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Line editing
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Copyediting
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Coding manuscripts
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Proofreading
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Research and fact-checking
Project Management.
I work with writers, designers, and illustrators of every experience level on books that range from straight text to complex layouts. I am skilled at:
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Finding and coaching writers
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Hiring and managing freelancers
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Working with designers to create layouts that fit editorial demands
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Sticking to strict budgets
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Meeting tough deadlines
