Overview
Years working in-house for Timber Press means I know the process and requirements to make a manuscript into a beautiful published book that sells.
I have worked with a variety of authors, including new writers, oft-published experts, non-native English speakers, rushed professionals, and eloquent communicators. My strength is discerning what you want to say and helping you say it clearly. Likewise, I use a gentle hand to catch typos, correct mistakes, and double-check facts. I believe in clear, timely communication between editor and author in order to keep all efforts moving in the right direction.
I look forward to meeting you through Reedsy and discovering the knowledge and expertise only you can offer.
I have worked with a variety of authors, including new writers, oft-published experts, non-native English speakers, rushed professionals, and eloquent communicators. My strength is discerning what you want to say and helping you say it clearly. Likewise, I use a gentle hand to catch typos, correct mistakes, and double-check facts. I believe in clear, timely communication between editor and author in order to keep all efforts moving in the right direction.
I look forward to meeting you through Reedsy and discovering the knowledge and expertise only you can offer.
Services
Non-Fiction
DIY & Crafts
Health & Wellbeing
Home & Garden
Languages
English (CAN)
English (UK)
English (US)
Work experience
Self-employed
Jan, 2015 —
Present
• Edited gardening and horticultural manuscripts for independent authors via Reedsy
• Edited nonfiction manuscripts for Timber Press
• Proofread typeset galleys for Storey Publications
• Prepared academic paper for submission to Water Alternatives
• Met deadlines
Timber Press, Inc., Portland, Oregon
Mar, 1996 —
Oct, 2000
(over 4 years)
• Advanced from intern to editor responsible for completion of the copyediting phase of book projects
• Proofread marketing materials, indexes, typeset galleys
• Reviewed printer's proofs
• Compiled indexes
Portfolio
Developmental Editing
Copy Editing
Developmental Editing
Copy Editing
Developmental Editing
Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Copy Editing
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