Overview
I'm a former academic librarian with eight years of full-time freelance copyediting experience. I've worked on materials for Penguin Random House, Melville House, Cambridge University Press, the National Academy of Sciences, Elsevier, and best-selling author Jason Schenker ("The Future after COVID"). I've also copyedited TTRPG materials for Onyx Path Publishing and a zillion self-published fantasy and science fiction novels, memoirs, and business books.
I'll make sure that every sentence you've written follows all the rules of grammar and punctuation. For example, did you know that "just deserts" has nothing to do with the sweet dish served at the end of a meal? That Merriam-Webster used to hyphenate "mindset" but doesn't any longer? That you lie down to take a nap but lay down your burden? It's OK if you don't—that's my job.
For a copyedit, I'll do two full passes of your manuscript and create a style sheet including language and usage information, proper names, character traits of major players, and miscellaneous information regarding plot.
I'm looking forward to discussing your project with you!
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Work experience
Self-employed
● Copyedit and proofread print and electronic materials for clarity, grammar, accuracy, consistency, style, and tone.
● Recommend copyedits based on knowledge of target audience as well as internal and external style guides.
● Prepare style sheets including language and usage information, proper names, character traits of major players, and miscellaneous information regarding plot.
● Perform quality work for clients such as Penguin Random House, Cambridge University Press, and the National Academy of Sciences.
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