Fast & Fastidious

That’s another way of saying “speedy and thorough.”

I’m both. In nearly 20 years as a freelancer, I’ve never missed a deadline. And I split all the hairs.

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Brochures •

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Magazine Articles • Marketing Copy • Newsletters • Web Copy • Course Catalogs • Brochures • Organizational Reports • Books • Press Releases •

I’ve been at the writing and editing game so long, it’s muscle memory now. That’s why I’m so fast.

At the same time, I’m always learning new things about current clients and prospective ones: their goals, their messages, and how to communicate most effectively with their audiences.

When you work with me, you get:

  • a versatile writer

    I view my verbal skills as a set of tools that can be used to build a range of idea-housing structures: magazine articles, educational text, promotional material, web copy, and others. Check out my recent work HERE and HERE.

  • a multitalented editor

    I handle every essential aspect of shaping and polishing a piece of nonfiction writing: substantive and block editing, line editing, copy editing, and page-proofing—all while retaining the original voice of the writer.

  • a stickler

    I was raised by a person whose motto is “Did you check it?” I’m not afraid to ask a lot of questions, and once I have the answers I don’t mess around. I’m speedy and thorough, and I’ve never missed a deadline.

  • unabashed nerdery

    I’m always ready to discuss my strong feelings about the serial comma, the correct way to pluralize a surname, and the difference between “which” and “that.” (Don’t get me started!)

  • respect for the reader

    For good or ill, editing is a lot like housekeeping. When executed well, it’s invisible. People only take notice when it’s sloppy or not done at all. I put in the effort to finesse the details so readers can relax.

  • someone on your side

    Your project should feel easy and fun. I listen to make sure I know exactly what you need—and when. I’m receptive to feedback, and I keep working until everything is right.

Every word is chosen to reinforce the values and goals of a particular client.

I’m a verbal chameleon who can write across a spectrum of styles and voices.

Book Editing Projects