Overview
I am an editor who specializes in educational materials produced by a major academic publisher, regional nonfiction, and books for young readers. Academically, I specialize in the humanities, although I also enjoy a good geology text. Nonfiction I have worked on includes travel narratives and how-to books. I have experience working on all types of children’s books, from picture books to young adult novels, although my focus is on novels for ages eight and up. I provide a variety of editing and design services to help you fulfill your publishing aspirations.
I attended Portland State University’s book publishing graduate studies program where I gained a broad overview of the publishing industry and confirmed my love of editing and design. I proofread and designed the cover of Blue Thread, by Ruth Tenzer Feldman, which received the 2013 Leslie Bradshaw Award for Young Adult Literature, a division of the Oregon Book Awards. I have edited and created materials for McGraw-Hill. I have also proofread regional nonfiction for the regional publishers Mountaineers Books and Sasquatch Books.
In general, I love books that transport me elsewhere while reflecting or revealing the human condition. When working on nonfiction, I love editing texts that delve into the history of places I’ve been. In my fictional work I enjoy stories that feature vibrant worlds and diverse personalities. I would love to work on projects that inspire people to explore and learn.
I offer competitive rates. I look forward to taking care of your editing needs.
Services
Fiction
Non-Fiction
Languages
Certifications
- Master of Science: Book Publishing, Portland State University
Work experience
Self-employed
* provided editing services for a variety of traditional and print-on-demand publishers, including Thomas Riggs (contracted with McGraw-Hill), Amnet Systems, Mountaineers Books, and Sasquatch Books
* edited college humanities textbook study questions for clarity, readability, and accuracy for McGraw-Hill’s LearnSmart series and proofed questions for placement in text
* substantively edited a variety of fiction and nonfiction texts for a large, independent POD company
* proofread travel narratives and regional gardening texts
* created promotional images for local companies, election campaigns, and conferences
Mountaineers Books
* provided support for the PR and marketing staff
* wrote press releases, analyzed marketing documents, researched contacts, and found quotes from books for promotional purposes
RainTown Press
* developed and wrote content for RainTown’s Teaching Classics line—20,000 Leagues Under the Sea
Ooligan Press
Project Manager:
* ensured the manuscript for Blue Thread and related materials went where they were supposed to on time while keeping the press and author up to date on the progress of the book
Editor:
* gained editing experience copyediting various documents, such as letters, website copy, and press releases; proofreading Blue Thread; and doing developmental edits on Ooligan Press’ constitution and philosophy statements
Acquisitions Editor:
* evaluated book proposals and manuscripts and helped decide what to publish
Designer:
* gained design experience through creating event posters, book covers, and collateral
* learned sustainable design practices
* photographed and designed the 2012 Write to Publish email announcement
* designed the cover of the young adult novel Blue Thread, a strong mock cover for the short story collection Close is Fine, and designed the interior of the Ooligan Classic The Morgesons
Marketer:
* gained marketing experience through writing copy and press releases for books, researching marketing opportunities, and volunteering at events
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