Overview
I have a passion for proofreading and fact-checking and I am also an expert in cultural sensitivity issues. My specializations include LGBTQ+, homelessness and drug addiction, Alzheimer's disease and eldercare, and income inequality and residential segregation issues.
I love proofreading contemporary fiction, historical fiction and classic fiction as well as non-fiction books.
My experience also includes adapting published books as audio books. Past career experience as a publicist for a fashion designer for over a decade provides me with a vast knowledge of the fashion industry. I also have extensive career knowledge of cocktails, food, and cooking as well .
Please reach out to me if you need a great proofreader, fact-checker or cultural research editor or for any questions.
Testimonials
From author Melissa Payne: "Wow, I was unexpectedly touched by this [cultural research edit]. I really appreciate the insight of someone else and the additional eye on making sure the characters are fully developed and are portrayed with care and sensitivity. Steve’s words mean a lot to me—my thanks and appreciation to him."
From author Wendy James: “To the brilliant people . . . who’ve worked so hard behind the scenes to get this book—and me!—out into the world in the best possible shape: [including] Steve S.”
Services
Fiction
Non-Fiction
Languages
Certifications
- Bachelor of Science in Communications and Journalism, University of Kansas, William Allen White School of Journalism
Work experience
Self-employed
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Steve has 2 reviews
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Steven V.
Aug, 2025
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Sep, 2022