Diane Szulecki

Diane Szulecki – Editor

I'm an experienced nonfiction editor: I edit books, articles, papers, and more. I'll polish your writing so it stands out from the crowd!

Overview

Hi there! I’m Diane. I’m an editor and writer based in New York City.

I’ve spent the entirety of my career in academic publishing. After years reading, editing, and marketing countless manuscripts, I know the value of polished writing. I love helping my clients make their work impressive and impeccable!

I’ve worked as an editor at Wolters Kluwer Health/Lippincott, Williams, & Wilkins and Pearson Education, while also freelancing for clients like Rowman & Littlefield and Seatgeek. My skills include editing, proofreading, fact checking, and editorial assessment.

What can you expect from working with me? I'll:

-Create a customized editing plan for your manuscript, so you'll know the specifics beforehand
-Work efficiently
-Keep you updated along the way
-And (most importantly!) make your writing the best it can be--while preserving your voice as author.

Whether you need thorough editing or just a proofread of your work, I'm here to help.
Services
Non-Fiction
Education & Reference Health & Wellbeing Medicine, Nursing, & Dentistry Psychology Sex & Relationships
Languages
English (US)

Work experience

Wolters Kluwer Health

Apr, 2015 — Present

I edit, proofread, fact-check, and write copy, articles, and newsletters for the American Journal of Nursing. I'm a point person for our authors. Additionally, I help manage the journal's production process and contribute content to its blog and social media accounts.

Pearson

Feb, 2013 — Apr, 2015 (about 2 years)

I helped develop college-level psychology textbooks, online learning programs, and instructor materials. I worked with authors, project managers, sales representatives, and freelance writers and editors to make sure our publications were of high quality and delivered on time.

Pearson

Apr, 2012 — Apr, 2013 (about 1 year)

I independently managed several large-budget developmental and biological psychology textbooks from revision planning through post-publication. As part of this process, I collaborated with authors during the revision stage, prepared and submitted manuscripts to production, monitored permissions statuses and solved permissions problems, reviewed proofs, acted as a liaison between the editorial and production departments to ensure timely publication of the products and proper spending of budgets. I also planned and managed supplement creation for
all of the titles on my list, including assessments and instructor resources.

Pearson

Jan, 2011 — Apr, 2012 (about 1 year)

I assisted the acquisitions editor in the development of psychology textbooks by commissioning reviews, working with authors on manuscript preparation, writing marketing materials and book appraisals, and conducting analyses of competing markets.

Portfolio

In Recovery recounts the tales of twelve amazing people who have struggled with mental illness and have come out stronger on the other side. Some participants have been in recovery for years w... read more
Copy Editing Proofreading
Demonstrates how research translates into practice. Reflecting the way scientists conduct research on children’s development, Children and Their Development is organized topically, showing readers the way researchers actually study the discipline. The book’s u... read more
Research made relevant through a storytelling approach. This renowned text maintains its acclaimed storytelling approach, teaching the science of psychology through an engaging narrative that makes research relevant to students. Drawing upon their extensive ex... read more
NOTE: You are purchasing a standalone product; MyPsychLab does not come packaged with this content. If you would like to purchase both the physical text and MyPsychLab, search for 0134131037 / 9780134131030 Social Psychology plus MyPsychLab with eText — Access... read more
NOTE: You are purchasing a standalone product; MyPsychLab does not come packaged with this content. If you would like to purchase both the physical text and MyPsychLab, search for ISBN-10: 013413074X / ISBN-13: 9780134130743 That package includes ISBN-10: 0133... read more
Delves into how the central nervous system governs behavior Biopsychology, 9/e, introduces the study of the biology of behavior; that is, the neural mechanisms of psychological processes in the central nervous system. This program combines biopsychogical scien... read more
The most current, comprehensive, and teachable text for behavioral neuroscience Thoughtfully organized, Physiology of Behavior provides a scholarly yet accessible portrait of the dynamic interaction between biology and behavior. Close collaboration between the... read more
Child Development (7th Edition)

Robert S. Feldman Ph.D.

NOTE: You are purchasing a standalone product; MyPsychLab® does not come packaged with this content. If you would like to purchase both the physical text and MyPsychLab search for 0134130472 / 9780134130477 Child Development plus MyPsychLab with eText — Access... read more
Offers a strong balance between research and applications. ¿ Robert Feldman offers students a chronological overview of physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development—from conception through death with his text Development Across the Life Span. This be... read more
Current Research and Real World Application. Updated in its second edition, Life Span Development: A Topical Approach maintains the student friendliness that has been the hallmark of Feldman’s development texts. Rich in examples, it illustrates the application... read more

Diane has 21 reviews

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Thomas R.

Thomas R.

Feb, 2024

Working with Diane was truly an exceptional experience! She was very professional, thorough, and prompt, meeting our deadline perfectly. We'd absolutely go to her again!
Jerrell T.

Jerrell T.

Jul, 2021

Diane was a godsend. She was clear, concise, and delivered the final draft ahead of schedule. Will definitely work with her on future projects.
Marjorie S.

Marjorie S.

May, 2021

I recommend Diane for her copy editing expertise. Her suggestions improved the readability of my manuscript. She asked excellent questions and made suggestions that helped improve the clarity of my writing. She gave excellent attention to the details that give the manuscript a polished look.
Nate C.

Nate C.

Oct, 2020

Diane did a fantastic job proofreading my manuscript. She was precise, timely, and a great communicator. I highly recommend you consider her for your next project!
Kenny J.

Kenny J.

Sep, 2020

if you need someone to proofread and copy edit your book. You won't find anyone better than Diane!

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