Overview
As a book editor and voracious reader, I have over a decade's experience in publishing and not enough shelves for my personal library. My specialties lean toward comics/graphic novels, memoirs, and children's books.
For five years I was the editor at an independent press that published a wide range of books, from children's picture books to adult memoirs. I edited, copyedited, and proofread manuscripts, consulted on topics related to diversity and inclusion whenever applicable, and evaluated book proposals and submissions. I also helped launch a graphic novel program and edited books that have been recognized with an Eisner nomination and an Honorable Mention at the Publisher's Weekly US Book Show.
I am grateful to have had opportunities to work with both debut authors and seasoned pros. Whether my role in a project is as a developmental editor, copyeditor, or proofreader, my goal is to tell your story as effectively and honestly as possible. I understand how much time and effort goes into creating a work and always practice respect and sensitivity when collaborating with others.
If you're looking for a friendly editor with a great passion and a perfectly normal love for grammar, then I'd love to hear more about your project!
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Work experience
Self-employed
Worked with self-published authors as well as book publishers in various editorial roles, including developmental editing, art directing, copyediting, and proofreading.
West Margin Press
Edited children's books, adult fiction, memoir, graphic novels, travel and history books, activity and crafts books, guided journals, and more. Managed the editorial calendar and coordinated with other departments as well as outside freelancers to keep books on schedule. Led acquisitions meetings and wrote book evaluations for submitted proposals.
Image Comics
Copyedited and proofread single issues, trades and hardcovers, press releases, monthly magazines, and other printed material for the publisher.
Zest Books
Assisted the editor in evaluating book submissions, scouting talent for acquisitions, writing tip sheets, copyediting and proofreading manuscripts, and other various tasks.
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