EDITING
I'm a professionally trained editor with many years of experience working in fiction and nonfiction. My approach is rooted in honesty and compassion, and I have an excellent track record with happy and repeat clients. Wherever you are in the writing process, I can help bring your work to the next level. I accept projects big and small, from book manuscript to essay, query letter, or website content.
Please take a look at the services linked below. When you're ready to discuss next steps, contact me to schedule a free consultation. I look forward to discussing your project!
Editorial Services
Agent Query & Book Proposal Editing
Editorial management (for self-publishing authors and organizations)
Any questions? Contact me to discuss your project needs.
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My Editorial Approach
Favorite Writing Books
Favorite Writing Books
I collaborate with you to make your story shine brightly and authentically. My mission is to guide you toward the best possible version of your writing while respecting your unique voice and vision. In editing, I keep the best interest of both writer and reader in mind. My editorial approach is rooted in compassion and honesty.
I'm an alumna of the editing program at the University of Washington where I was trained in all aspects of editing. As a writer myself, I understand the sensitive nature of letting an editor touch your work. A manuscript is like a baby: your editor should be a thoughtful caregiver.
Favorite Writing Books
Favorite Writing Books
Favorite Writing Books
Fiction
The Writer's Portable Mentor by Priscilla Long
Refuse to Be Done by Matt Bell
Craft in the Real World by Matthew Salesses
Plot & Structure by James Scott Bell
Steering the Craft by Ursula LeGuin
On Writing by Stephen King
Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott
Writing the Breakout Novel by Donald Maass
Memoir
The Art of Memoir by Mary Karr
Your Life as Story by Tristine Rainer
Body Work by Melissa Febos
Still Writing by Dani Shapiro