Supporting fine word craft, one book at a time.
I’m a book shepherd.
That means I know a good bit about the publishing process and can lead you through whatever steps you need me for.
Manuscript Evaluation
Just got that story completed and need a professional reader to give it more than a pat-on-the-back read? I can take a look at your story flow and help you craft that engaging experience for your readers.
Editing & Proofreading
Need a set of eagle eyes to copy edit or proofread your text? I take a practical and flexible approach that honors your voice and gives everyone a smooth read.
Book Design
Need a more professional layout than Microsoft Word can provide? Let’s work on a great layout with awesome fonts and text organization. With InDesign, we can catch and keep readers’ attention.
Need some hand-holding?
I love to work with self-publishing authors. Let’s walk this path together and master the process.
From my clients . . .
Great editor with a sharp eye for detail!
Pàl Ó’ Siadhail
For The Sacred You & The Heart Knows
Toby Negus
For My Dogs and How They Shaped My Life
Jude Heimel
From the blog . . .
When NOT to Edit Your Manuscript
. . . And when to begin and/or enlist a professional editor. I read a great book several years ago, The INFJ Writer by Lauren Sapala. I think it’s good reading for all writers, regardless of their Myers-Briggs score, although those with an “N” in their score (for “intuitive) will more likely have a writing process…
It’s the Experience, Really!
Steve Jobs was right on this point. Give the customer an experience, not just a product. And that applies to those of us providing freelance services in the publishing industry (yes, it does!). I see the customer experience as being 50% product quality, 50% customer service. In the end, my job is to service the…
Revealing Your Genius: The Manuscript Evaluation
I’ve worked with self-publishing authors for several years now. They often live in an isolated writing world without that traditional publisher to guide them along. They might send their finished manuscript out to friends to “evaluate” but otherwise aren’t sure if their story is a good read. The Purpose When I work with a self-publishing…
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Professional vs. Peer Editing
As a professional editor and proofreader, I am about 99% in favor of professional editing and proofreading. Not just because it’s my bread and butter, though. I’ve been a voracious reader since age seven, and I really want good copy to make my reading experience awesome. Self-Publishing Cost Trade-Offs I do understand that indie authors…