Overview
You’re eyeing the summit. I’ll help you reach it. I’ve guided 85+ book projects, authored two books, and written 100+ articles on writing, publishing, and book marketing.
Clients have earned #1 New Release tags, 200+ Amazon reviews, national media attention, and podcast and documentary bookings and have grown as authors.
I offer efficient, strategic, reader‑focused editing and coaching that moves you forward with confidence.
Work with me to turn your idea or draft into a publish‑ready nonfiction book that connects with readers and reflects your voice and goals.
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🎯 Best fit: Projects tied to an online business, personal brand, or long‑term passion. I’m drawn to bold, edgy nonfiction that informs, entertains, inspires, or sparks change. I love books that are unique and full of personality!
📚 Who I work with: Coaches, therapists, comedians, historians, educators, attorneys, activists, and content creators—many of them first‑time authors.
📖 Genres: Self‑help and personal development; dating, relationships, sex and sexuality; holistic health and wellness; humor and comedy; U.S. history; biography; politics; pop culture; Hollywood; sports; reference books, glossaries and guides; books by and for millennials.
💡 Services: Line editing (voice, flow, pacing); copy editing (grammar, consistency, style); developmental editing and outline development (chapter structure and organization); coaching calls; Amazon KDP keywords and categories; self‑publishing strategy; query letter and book proposal editing for traditional publishing.
✅ Style and Standards: American English; Chicago Manual of Style; Merriam‑Webster.
😁 About me: Outdoorsy; I love Detroit pizza, UConn women’s basketball, ’90s cover bands, and muscle cars. Favorite musical instrument: the triangle.
Services
Non-Fiction
Languages
Awards
- George C. Rogers Jr. Award, South Carolina Historical Society
Certifications
- PhD, history
Work experience
Self-employed
Colby College
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How do you decide which projects to take on?
I take on projects that line up with my expertise, availability, and interests. I’m drawn to books that offer a unique topic or a fresh approach. A clearly defined audience is a must. Add in an enthusiastic author with a vision and I’m raring to get started.