Editing and proofreading
Getting the words right starts with understanding what they're for
For over 13 years I've been working closely with writers, publishers, and companies of all sizes to help them communicate their ideas in a way that fits their medium, audience, and voice.
I offer proofreading for any kind of text and deeper editorial work for areas I specialize in.
What I offer
Good editing starts with understanding what a piece is reaching for, even when the work is purely mechanical.
Depending on the project, I'm able to bring:
- Sensitivity to voice, tone, and register
- Awareness of how a medium shapes what the words need to do
- Attention to visual layout and interaction between text and image
- Consideration of readability and how people experience text digitally, in print, or as environmental information and navigation
I also have particular experience with translated texts and writers working in English as a second or additional language.
General proofreading
Spelling, punctuation, grammar, consistency, and formatting for any kind of text.
Over 13 years I've proofread thousands of articles for digital publishers and content agencies, more than 100 books across a wide range of genres, and a variety of publications like national park guides and economic reports. My background includes work on design teams at large tech companies, which sharpened my eye for how thoughtful language can improve readability and comprehension for more functional text.
Looking for help with improving the text in your app or website UI? Check out my UX writing work
Comics, graphic novels, and art books
Lifelong reader with experience editing for indie publishers and artists
Comics editing has demands that don't exist in prose: caption rhythm, balloon fit, and the constant relationship between text and image. I was formerly an editorial assistant at Fantagraphics Books, with credits on two Eisner Award-winning titles, and continue to work with indie publishers and individual artists from around the world.
As a lifelong comics reader and occasional writer, I care about supporting singular and daring visions. I also understand the budget constraints of this industry, especially for experimental art. No project is too big or small, and I'm usually willing to be flexible with costs on a project-by-project basis.
Nonfiction books
12 years and 100+ books with a focus on spiritual, wellness, self-help, and metaphysical genres
I'm open to considering books on most topics, but I especially enjoy working with stories about personal transformation or explorations of spiritual and religious belief systems. I've worked with many different beliefs, and regardless of their alignment with my own I approach every work with non-judgement (with the exception of content that I consider hateful or promoting prejudice).
Writing in this space often comes from a deeply personal place, and the voice of the author carries particular weight. My job is to help the text say what the author actually means, in the way they mean it.
Get in touch
I'm happy to hear from you about any project, even if you're not sure it's the right fit. I typically respond within two days.
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