Overview
You’re eyeing the summit. I’ll help you reach it.
Work with me to create a publish‑ready nonfiction book that connects with readers, showcases your voice and your message, and moves you forward with confidence.
I’ve guided 95+ book projects, authored two books, and written 115+ articles on writing, publishing, and book marketing.
My clients have earned #1 New Release tags, 200+ Amazon reviews, national media attention, and podcast and documentary bookings.
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🎯 Best fit: Projects tied to an online business, personal brand, or long‑term passion, especially bold, edgy nonfiction that informs, entertains, or sparks change. I love books that are unique and full of personality!
📚 Who I work with: Coaches, therapists, historians, comedians, educators, attorneys, activists, content creators, and subject matter experts—many of them first‑time authors.
📖 Genres: Self‑help and personal development; dating, relationships, sex and sexuality; alternative health and wellness; humor and comedy; American history, biography, politics, social and cultural issues, sports; reference works, glossaries and guides; books by and for millennial readers.
💡 Services: Developmental editing and outline development (chapter structure and organization); line editing (voice, flow, and pacing); copy editing (grammar, consistency, and style); coaching sessions; 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: I’m 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.