Overview
Hello there! I'm a strong professional storyteller with a passion for crafting narratives that engage and educate both children and adults. I am a versatile author, writer and editor and am just as comfortable writing about frogs as I am about professional growth. I've worked for multiple children's book publishers, including World Book, Inc. (yes, the encyclopedia that you may have read at school) and specialize in transforming complex concepts into digestible, captivating stories.
I'm looking forward to helping you turn your creative text into your dream book. I work collaboratively with authors at any point in the publication process, from brainstorming concepts, to line editing, to finishing touches. Wherever you are in your written draft, we will partner together to express your unique point of view while differentiating your book from others in the marketplace. With a little back and forth and plenty of positive encouragement, we can make your vision come to life!
I'm looking forward to helping you turn your creative text into your dream book. I work collaboratively with authors at any point in the publication process, from brainstorming concepts, to line editing, to finishing touches. Wherever you are in your written draft, we will partner together to express your unique point of view while differentiating your book from others in the marketplace. With a little back and forth and plenty of positive encouragement, we can make your vision come to life!
Services
Non-Fiction
Career Guides
Children’s Non-Fiction
Earth, Space, & Environmental Sciences
Education & Reference
History
Life Sciences
Fiction
Holiday
Languages
English (US)
Work experience
Self-employed
Sep, 2020 —
Present
Provide valuable writing and editing expertise to globally recognized business clients. Partner with authors to provide constructive editorial feedback on full-cycle digital book manuscripts. Consistently produce clean, precise copy with meticulous attention to grammar, style, and voice
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Jun, 2017 —
Jan, 2020
(over 2 years)
Lead storyteller for BCBS Health of America data-driven healthcare reports and thought leadership initiatives.
World Book, Inc.
Jan, 2013 —
Jun, 2017
(over 4 years)
Wrote, edited and shaped the direction of approximately 60 digital-first books per year from manuscript through publication, totaling more than 20,000 pages of content. Specialize in non-fiction children's book content for children grades K-8, with experience writing for high-school and professional audiences.
Norwood House Press
Jul, 2012 —
Dec, 2012
(5 months)
Co-editor of a 30-book series introducing elementary mathematical concepts, and implemented appropriate grammar, format, and style for K-8 reading levels.
Portfolio
Learn about some beautiful and interesting fish that live in tropical waters around the world.
Wait, look! Is that a bird peeking its head out of the leaves? With stunning photographs and simple text, this book allows readers of all ages to enjoy close-up views of animals in their natural environment while learning new facts about these familiar creatur... read more
Science is made fun for children through an exciting narrative adventure and hands-on experiments Join Dr. Mollie Cule on her mission to reassemble Axel the robot. Complete with step-by-step, illustrated instructions, this book introduces the amazing science b... read more
An engaging book of activities, The Secret Files of Professor L. Otto Funn will introduce kids to the world of Nonfiction! Containing dozens of hands-on activities on high-interest topics, the Professor will engage kids for hours by making learning fun. Each c... read more
Extending Beyond the Pages will engage students in the skills of deep reading, listening, writing, analysis and evaluation, and interaction with both literary and informational texts through ready-to-use lessons. Educators can save time and trust that these te... read more
With bright, colorful pages and clever comic-book-style text, World Books Building Blocks of Life Science helps make learning fun and easy for young students with a primary reading level of grades 3 through 5. Each book focuses on a particular organ system in ... read more
This collection of academic strategies is an excellent tool for strengthening any college- and career-readiness standards and offers valuable support for Common Core State Standards. Tips for Teachers: Helping Students Improve Academic and Social Skills is a v... read more
This is a must-have book for anyone who works with young adolescents! A practicing middle school teacher gives straight-talking advice and can-do strategies that really work! With Kim Campbell's help, every teacher can succeed at building the relationships, mu... read more
Packed with words of wisdom and inspiration, this is one book no administrator or teacher should be without. Dr. Neila Connors presents practical tips to improve school climate, communicate with parents and students, teach to the standards, and make a differen... read more
With vibrant imagery, World Book's Explore the Universe 10-volume STEM-correlated set takes readers on a guided tour of the universe. From pulsars to quasars to extrasolar planets, readers will learn about the celestial wonders beyond our solar system and how ... read more
From papyrus to computers, from mud and brick to steel and glass, each volume in World Book's ""A Timeline Of"" eight volume series traces the history of some of humanity's greatest achievements. Designed for young readers, these richly illustrated books featu... read more
Winner of: 2015 American Graphic Design Award B is for Blues, the heart of jazz, and some of the best jazz cats have been hip to the blues! Go on a riotous romp through some of the foundations of jazz in this fun and educational look at America’s golden era of... read more
The Discovery Science Encyclopedia, from the publishers of The World Book Encyclopedia, is a starter science look-up source in nine hard-cover volumes. The set is designed to be used by newly independent readers ages 8-10 whose first language is English and by... read more
What is the Mexican term for Christmas? What do Mexicans do during the family festival called Las Posadas? Why roles do poinsettias and piñatas play in Christmas celebrations in Mexico? The exciting, eye-catching pictures and easy-to-read sentences in Christma... read more
iScience is a leveled science reader series that uses SCIENTIFIC INQUIRY and real life situations to teach and ignite interest in basic science principles taught in grades K-6. Each book involves a SCIENCE PUZZLE that relates to real life and an activity to en... read more
The Discovery Encyclopedia is optimal for elementary readers, ESL/ELL students, and visual learners. This set is an effective introduction to informational content and the development of critical fact-finding skills. This beginner's set promotes comprehension,... read more
With bright, colorful pages in comic-book style, World Books Building Blocks of Life Science series helps make STEM lessons fun and easy for young learners in grades with a primary reading level of grades 3 through 5. Each book focuses on a particular topic in... read more
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