Overview
My clients use phrases such as "...a pleasure to work with," "...communicative and flexible," and " more pleasant person to work with," as well as " perfect combination of skepticism and praise" and "...excellent editor, focused on nuances and details of the project."
My experience includes twenty-five years as an educator and thirteen as an editor. I've worked with professionals to create everything from training documents to YA fantasy novels. Now, I live in a house in the woods with a number of cats who supervise my writing and editing.
I offer low prices for a couple of reasons:
1--I know how hard it is to launch a book on a shoestring. Been there; done that!
2--I believe in the integrity of the publishing biz--despite the growing numbers of independent authors. Producing quality books strengthens the industry, so I believe every book benefits from editing by a trained professional.
My schedule is flexible, and my turnaround times are short--unless my feline overlords have other duties for me to perform.
I believe in teaching while I edit to help authors approach each new book knowing more than they did before. I word my advice kindly and strive to create a collegial atmosphere. To make sure we are compatible, I offer an editing sample of your work for free.
Services
Non-Fiction
Fiction
Languages
Work experience
Self-employed
After years as an educator and as an editor for a virtual education provider--not to mention four years as an author--I've taken my show on the road. The WordWitch Editing specializes in fantasy, mystery, horror, and romance--but we don't discriminate against other genres. We love romance, science fiction, and thrillers, too! In addition to editing, I create suspenseful blurbs, efficiently-worded synopses, and eye-catching promotional graphics.
Wild Rose Press
Copy Editing for Wild Rose Press. While the company is wonderful to work with, I left to pursue my own business.
K12/Stride
* Led the Production Team for 13 years as a copyeditor, copywriter, and developmental editor.
* Collaborated with clients to create user guides, training resources, and other materials for virtual instructors nationwide.
Drury University, Missouri State University, Ozarks Technical College
As a college educator and editor for a virtual education provider, I've seen it all, AND I know how to fix it. Reasonable price, quick turnaround, kind and courteous advice.