Angela Kern

Angela Kern – Editor

Hi, I'm Angie, an editor with 15+ years of experience in various fields, including memoirs, non-fiction, trivia, and children's literature.

Overview

Words are my passion. One of those kids who'd point it out when the teacher misspelled a word on the blackboard, I turned that trait into a career.

It's my goal to help you find the right words to meet your needs. As someone who has guided over a dozen books from the writing stage to publication, I have the skills to take you through the process. From assessment to the final edit, you can rely on my expertise to help make your writing the best it can be.

Honest, straightforward, and to the point, I'll be clear about what works and what doesn't. I'm respectful of the hard work that goes into writing and will give you the feedback needed to help you succeed.

My editorial assessments consider the big picture and provide frank evaluations and suggestions. As a developmental editor, I'll help you focus on and refine themes, develop characters, and correct inconsistencies. As a copy editor or proofreader, I wield my metaphorical red pen ferociously, with a sharp eye for detail and extensive familiarity with the AP, APA, and Chicago style books. My bids include free Zoom meetings to touch base and review progress, if desired. I'm also available for consultations to determine what phase your book is in and what your next steps should be.

Although my background is in non-fiction and trivia, I'm comfortable editing and proofreading any subject matter. I'd love to add fiction to my resume, so don't hesitate if that's your genre.

Services
Fiction
Anthologies Young Adult
Non-Fiction
Biographies & Memoirs Children’s Non-Fiction Comics Non-Fiction Cooking, Food, Wine, & Spirits Education & Reference True Crime
Languages
English (AUS) English (UK) English (US)

Work experience

Self-employed

Oct, 2022 — Oct, 2022 (less than a minute)

Copy editing the illustrated children's book, A Home for Ralph, by author TJ Lee (available and viewable at Barnes and Noble).

A sweet story about a rescue cat, this book was a pleasure to work on.

Self-employed

May, 2022 — Present

Proofreading technical and promotional documents and web content for a B2B SaaS company. Responsible for verifying that content meets exacting standards for grammar, punctuation, data accuracy, and conforming to the company style.

Self-employed

Sep, 2013 — Present

As a contracted freelancer with eZdia, I have been instrumental in the growth of the SaaS SEO content-creation company. The fledgling company’s first editor, I helped to build a team of qualified writers. Many of my early suggestions were implemented to streamline the hiring and project management processes. I helped to develop a system for onboarding new writers and was responsible for approving new hires while it was being implemented. As the company built out their in-house writing and editing platform, my input was invaluable and led to numerous improvements to the software. Over eight years with the company, I have acted variously as Project Manager, Editor, and QA, as needed per SEO project.

Self-employed

Jul, 2008 — Dec, 2008 (5 months)

During my time with Portable Press, I was lucky enough to work with John Javna. Collaborating with John was a career highlight. As an editor, I helped him to revise and update his best-selling book on environmental activism, leading to the input of new, more relevant information. I also proofread the revised edition for errors and edited for tone and content. I am credited by name in the acknowledgements.

Self-employed

Aug, 2007 — Jan, 2008 (5 months)

Marley Rides is an uplifting story about tragic loss. The story of how a teenager’s fight with cancer built an online network, it showcases how networking with community fosters courage, combines skills and builds strength. I was honored to be asked to proofread and my input helped to shape the book’s message. As editor, I honed the story, making cuts and asking for additions to bring the message fully into focus. I am credited by name as editor.

Self-employed

Aug, 2002 — Jul, 2013 (almost 11 years)

In 11 years with Portable Press, I advanced rapidly from copywriter to associate editor. A freelance contractor, I was a valued member of the team, working both on-site and remotely and attending all meetings and planning sessions. My input was responsible for the creation of the role of fact checker, an indispensable element for the trivia series. Several titles were developed based on my suggestions, and I was wholly responsible for the creation of the book 'Did You Know?', from pitch to creation to final edit. The company released from 1 -5 new books per year. I worked on nearly every one published during my time with the company and am credited by name in each.

Portfolio

Greg Keynes – The Flying Bushman, Stories from the Heart The subtitle says it all: these stories come straight from the heart of a man who loves his native country, fellow Australians, and his life as a bushman/stockman. They are accounts of humanity in a hars... read more
Uncle John's Unstoppable Bathroom Reader

Bathroom Readers' Institute

Marley Rides

Jennifer Hart

Angela has 5 reviews

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Traci J.

Traci J.

Feb, 2023

Angela was great. She was supportive of my project. Angela even checked back, months later, to see how I was progressing. She went the extra mile.
Angela K.
Thanks, Traci! It was a pleasure working with you. I hope the book is a great success!
Paul F.

Paul F.

Jan, 2023

Angela proved to be the perfect editor for my new book. Since this was me first book, it required a lot of patience and tolerance on her part, and she proved up to the task. Angela proved to be capable of thrusting her very self into the stories in my book. From that vantage point, she was able to point our inconsistencies and tendencies which aided considerably in the development of the fin...
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Angela K.
Thank you, Paul! It was a real pleasure editing your book and I look forward to working together again.
Susan S.

Susan S.

Dec, 2022

It has been an absolute pleasure working with Angela Kern! She is a PRO at her job! She is wonderful to work with and is talented as an editor and seeing the big picture of our book. She was enthusiastic and encouraging in her incredible and constructive feedback and suggestions. We thoroughly appreciated her honest evaluation and positive words as well as her willingness to help with all aspec...
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Angela K.
Thank you so much for your kind words! It has been a pleasure working with you, as well.
Janet H.

Janet H.

Nov, 2022

Angela provided the expertise I required (proofreading) and returned the document before deadline. This is my first book and I appreciated her patience with me and the process.
Angela K.
Thank you so much, Janet! I really enjoyed our collaboration and hope your book is a huge success.
Matt R.

Matt R.

Jul, 2022

Angela was very helpful in helping me talk through the developmental issues of my work. In the end, she gave very valuable feedback and I am looking forward to working with her again.
Angela K.
Thanks, Matt! I look forward to working with you again, as well.

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