Kim Curtis

Kim Curtis – Editor

20+ years of writing, editing, and coaching experience, I'll bring out the very best in your writing. Skilled. Confident. Caring.

Overview

With 20+ years of professional writing, and editing experience, I'll help you find your story and tell it in a crisp, compelling, and accessible way.

I'll motivate you without mincing words. I'll keep you on task with a soft touch. I'll help you be bold and brave by being persistent and patient.

I offer developmental editing, copy editing, ghost writing, and book coaching.

"If you're looking for someone to be in your corner, then Kim is the coach for you. I am a person who experienced trauma and had a tough time expressing my feelings, but Kim was able to walk beside me while I worked through finding my voice. Kim is dependable and encouraging and helped bring out the best in me and my story." - Jamie Lyn Weaver, author of "Locked in the Psych Ward: A Memoir of Broken Promises and False Confessions."

"Working with Kim took my book to another level. She asks thoughtful questions and explains why, which pushed me to dig deeper into my stories and find clearer, more powerful ways to express them. She's direct, communicative, and efficient, all while showing empathy and respect for the work and the writer." - Cindy Hsiang, author of "Flavor Unscripted: Creative Cooking for Everyday Variety.”

"Kim is straightforward and honest in her review of my work. When the writing is bad, she says so. When it is good, she says so. This instills me with confidence that If I follow her guidance, I will get better. And I do. I am so, so happy the universe connected me with Kim. My dream was to write a memoir. With Kim as my secret weapon, I know this will be accomplished." - Sharon Hastings, author-in-progress

Services
Non-Fiction
Design DIY & Crafts Fashion & Textiles
Languages
English (UK) English (US)

Work experience

Gingko Press

Dec, 2024 — Present
Dedicated copy editor for China-based Sandu Publishing, which specializes in high-quality design books, covering the fields of architecture, interior, art and fashion.

Self-employed

Nov, 2024 — Present
Freelance writing and editing services, including developmental editing, copy editing, book coaching, and ghost writing.

Self-employed

Nov, 2024 — Present
Offering developmental editing, copy editing, book coaching, and ghost writing.

kn literary arts

Jul, 2018 — Present
Editor, writing coach for independent authors specializing in nonfiction.

Prosperity Fund

Jun, 2018 — Jun, 2019 (about 1 year)
Contract copy editor for scientific reports drafted by the UK government's Prosperity Fund.

The Associated Press

Jan, 1995 — Jan, 2008 (about 13 years)
Worked in the US and the Middle East. Specialized in writing, editing news. Supervised teams of non-native English speaking writers and reporters.

Portfolio

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading Book Coaching
Embroidery

Publications, Sandu

The Journey of an Accredited Provider is the true story of one woman's bold crusade to offer the highest quality care for children in her home while overcoming daunting obstacles. Angela Bayer-Persico, self-reliant from an early age, transcends her entanglemen... read more
In an increasingly digital world, there’s nothing quite like the sentiment of receiving a thoughtful letter via snail mail. Keep in Touch introduces original designs for invitations, postcards, stamps, and seals, offering a fresh perspective on an age-old trad... read more
Weaving, as a traditional technique of interlacing yarns or fiber, has a long history and has been given many forms over the years. This book will invite 20 DIYers, designers, artists, and craftsmen to talk about their weaving stories. These projects are diver... read more
Asian myths and folktales comprise a vast body of lore. From Chinese folklore to Japanese legends and Indian myths, they include elements from a dizzying array of religions, including Buddhism and Shinto, and they contain the historical traces of thousands of ... read more
As an art medium back in vogue, ballpoint pen has been proven to be a versatile tool with infinite possibilities. Characterized by their low-cost, light and convenient traits, they are particularly handy for sketch work. Ballpoint Art: Complexity From Simplici... read more
In sports branding, visual language is key to establishing an identity, creating a fan base and generating positive influence. Win Out: The Best of Sports Graphic Design and Branding showcases more than 80 global designs for sports brands and events, and provi... read more
The dozens of artists and craftspeople featured in this volume create miniature representations of real-world scenes―everything from housewares, such as a thumb-sized rice cooker, to storefronts and cliffside dwellings suspended in test tubes, all the way up t... read more

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