Overview
I’m a copyeditor and proofreader who works with both self-publishing authors and traditional publishing houses. My clients include Penguin Random House, HarperCollins, Soho Press, and more. The authors whose books I've worked on include Nobel Prize–winner Abdulrazak Gurnah, Pulitzer Prize–winner Sebastian Smee, New York Times bestselling authors Clare Pooley, Roxane Gay, and Mari Andrew, and comedian Paul Scheer.
I'm also an instructor for the University of Washington's Certificate in Editing program, where I teach the ins and outs of grammar to up-and-coming editors. We cover topics such as sentence geography, subject-verb agreement, pronoun-antecedent agreement, parallelism, parts of speech, punctuation, and other common writing pitfalls.
As an editor, I strive to enhance your manuscript by eliminating errors, not your voice.
What I look for when copyediting:
- Obvious gaps in logic and larger inconsistencies (e.g., page 16 says that a character has only one sister but on page 114 that character suddenly has two)
- Confusing or awkward phrasing
- Consistency in spelling, hyphenation, numerals, fonts, italics, and capitalization
- Errors in spelling, grammar, punctuation, and syntax
What I look for when proofreading:
- Consistency in layout and main design components (running heads, footers, chapter headings, folios, etc.)
- Consistency in spelling, hyphenation, numerals, fonts, italics, and capitalization
- In-text design errors (bad line breaks, stacks, widows, orphans, etc.)
- Text errors (missing text, words, or punctuation, correct use of homophones, etc.)
- Glaring, non-subjective grammatical errors
Please reach out for more information about my rates or to receive a free editing or proofreading sample.
Services
Non-Fiction
Art
History
Fiction
Fantasy
Humor & Comedy
Literary Fiction
Mystery & Crime
Science Fiction
Young Adult
Languages
English (US)
Certifications
- Certificate in Editing, University of Washington
Work experience
Self-employed
Dec, 2019 —
Present
My clients include Penguin Random House, HarperCollins, Soho Press, and more.
University of Washington
Dec, 2019 —
Present
I teach grammar for the university's Certificate in Editing program.
Portfolio
The Pulitzer Prize–winning art critic’s gripping account of the “Terrible Year” in Paris and its monumental impact on the rise of Impressionism. From the summer of 1870 to the spring of 1871, famously dubbed the “Terrible Year” by Victor Hugo, Paris and its pe... read more
In his first new novel since winning the 2021 Nobel Prize, a master storyteller captures a time of dizzying global change. At the turn of the twenty-first century, three young people come of age in Tanzania. Karim returns to his sleepy hometown after universit... read more
A dynamic and strikingly relevant look at a feminist canon as expansive rather than definitiveA Penguin ClassicFor Roxane Gay, a feminist canon is subjective and always evolving. A feminist canon represents a long history of feminist scholarship, embraces skep... read more
A senior citizens’ center and a daycare collide with hilarious results in the new ensemble comedy from New York Times-bestselling author Clare PooleyWhen Lydia takes a job running the Senior Citizens’ Social Club three afternoons a week, she assumes she’ll be ... read more
"It's a hilarious essay collection about trauma. Yes, really."—People MagazineFrom award-winning actor and comedian Paul Scheer, a candid and hilarious memoir-in-essays on coming to terms with childhood trauma and finding the joy in embracing your authentic se... read more
A laugh-out-loud story about kid-parent power dynamics, the vital importance of play, and saving what matters. Because who really decides what is trash and what is a beloved toy? And what would happen if adults didn't always get their way? "Emma AdBåge KNOWS f... read more
Actress, comedian and mother Tisha Campbell (Martin, My Wife and Kids) shares her entertaining, emotional, and sometimes comical journey navigating her son’s Autism diagnosis, offering realistic insight and personal stories of the challenges and triumphs that ... read more
A hybrid of memoir, travel and cultural history that explores how water altered LA and the history of film. In 1913, William Mulholland finished building the Los Angeles Aqueduct - a 233-mile engineering masterwork transporting water from the Owens Valley, acr... read more
Longlisted for the International Booker Prize!From the author and translator of The Details, shortlisted for the International Booker Prize 2024, comes a story about five people—or five stories about small talk and big lies.From a successful child actor who ha... read more
Their Eyes Were Watching God for a new generation craving a romantic finale—a sweeping historical tale that is a journey of the heart and of the times.If it wasn’t for Zora Neale Hurston’s Their Eyes Were Watching God, Nola Denny didn’t know how she would have... read more
A rising Hollywood star explores the road not taken with her first love in this tender second-chance romance by the author of The Christmas Orphans ClubKatie’s wildest dreams have come true. She’s a Hollywood actress, booked and busy, and promoting her latest ... read more
"These are stories about attempting to outrun time; about trying to remember transfemme pasts; about magic touching everything except the possibility of lasting love." From a shapeshifting garden somewhere in Michigan to a West Texas town with a supernatural p... read more
The acclaimed novel of girlhood, friendship, and sexuality set in the bohemian Greenwich Village of 1970, with a new introduction by Jessica Anya BlauFourteen-year-old Rainey Royal—fierce, gifted, and dangerously magnetic—lives in a once-elegant, now-crumbling... read more
“Wonderful! Leah and Helen are authentic, vulnerable characters, whose intimate truths are exposed at perfect, unexpected moments.”―Elizabeth StroutA jolting, sensual novel in stories that traces the crises, cruelties and passions of girls and mothers in the c... read more
A beautiful commemorative edition of Dr. Martin Luther King’s speech “The Other America,” part of Dr. King’s archives published exclusively by HarperCollins.In 1967, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. stood before an audience at Stanford University and described two A... read more
A beautiful commemorative edition of Dr. Martin Luther King’s speech “The American Dream,” part of Dr. King’s archives published exclusively by HarperCollins.At Lincoln University on June 6, 1961, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. proposed his vision of a nation wher... read more
In the latest novel from “our most significant rising writer of the American West” (Vulture), a woman searches for a way to reclaim the miracle of life in a world seemingly hellbent on doomIn her homestead deep in the Mojave, Rose has found a way to live “on t... read more
Reminiscent of style icon Iris Apfel's New York Times bestseller Accidental Icon and echoes of Andre Leon Talley's The Chiffon Trenches comes the entertaining and thoughtful long-awaited memoir from the irrepressible groundbreaking fashion powerhouse Audrey Sm... read more
A dazzling novel in stories from a master of the form that follows the Royal family across generations of obsession, betrayal, and reinvention.For fans of Mary Gaitskill and Lauren Groff.In postwar Paris, a boy is seduced by his mysterious nanny into the world... read more
"It’s a blessing to live while Darcey Steinke is writing." — Maggie Nelson"A work of art that could only have emerged from the crucible of truth... absolutely beautiful." — Elizabeth GilbertDarcey Steinke, acclaimed author of Flash Count Diary and Suicide Blon... read more
An empathetic, practical, and deeply relatable exploration of midlife today—and a field guide to do it your way.AN OPEN FIELD BOOK FROM MARIA SHRIVERYour forties can feel like navigating a relentless wave of pressure. Questions such as “Am I where I ‘should’ b... read more
Four Black Japanese gay men team up against a culture where discrimination is deep-seated and revenge is just a click away. A searing, darkly funny debut from the Akutagawa Prize–winning author.Nobody at the corporate offices of Athletius Japan knows much abou... read more
A mind-bending, revisionist gothic horror story about the fabled summer Mary Shelley began work on Frankenstein, as told by her Indian housemaid, Mehrunissa “Mehr” Begum. For fans of Silvia Moreno-Garcia, Isabel Cañas, and Kathe Koja.“Strange how one can find ... read more
Instant #1 USA Today Bestseller — From the celebrated athlete and award-winning author, a motivational memoir and inspirational collection of personal stories and lessons that will spark change within you and transform how you contribute to the world.Arshay Co... read more
An essential balm for these tumultuous times, this thoughtful and inspiring guide features newly gathered teachings to abandon the idea there is an “other,” bridging differences and cherishing our lives in the world, from beloved spiritual leader Ram Dass.With... read more
A luminous collection of essays exploring the lessons we can incorporate from the animal world in order to live more fully as humansA shelter cat teaches us that our damaged parts, too, are worthy of love... a captive orca shows us that inconvenience and diffi... read more
From a new voice in horror comes a satirical Rosemary’s Baby for our conspiratorial present in which anti-capitalist activists unwittingly unleash terrifying demonic forces when they kidnap a pregnant heiress.From Ned Beauman, the Man Booker Prize–longlisted a... read more
To solve a murder at an English airbase, US Army Captain Billy Boyle must immerse himself in the fascinating and secretive world of WWII radio espionage.Christmas Day 1944: After his last mission put him in the tailspin of the Battle of the Bulge, Captain Bill... read more
AN INDIE NEXT PICK"The exact thing we need right now: a fierce, fearless, and funny novel about celebrity and our almost pathological obsession with it." —Boston GlobeDaisy Jones and the Six meets Patricia Highsmith in this addictive psychological thriller abo... read more
"Now offered in translation for the first time, this collection featuring women navigating societal expectations (and their small rebellions) is a classic." -- Boston Globe A spiky, edgy collection of five sly yet sensitive stories spotlighting clear-eyed and ... read more
Nominated for The Center for Fiction's First Novel Prize • A Washington Post Notable Book • Named a Best Book of the Year by TIME and Slate“Pan is saturated with a grand, psychedelic spirit . . . For those who wonder if the American novel has anything new to o... read more
An Untalented Mr. Ripley, a Dumb American Psycho: A young man combines boundless self-confidence with perpetual failure and ineptitude as he tries to manipulate his way into a better life, preying on women in New York City in the early ’90s.Robert Doughten Sav... read more
In the vein of Fleishman is in Trouble and Elif Batuman—an insightful, heartfelt, and hilarious debut coming of age novel exploring cultural diaspora through one teenager’s summer across Berlin, Jerusalem, and ChicagoIt’s another scorching summer in Chicago, a... read more
A LIBRARY READS PICKFrom the award-winning, critically-acclaimed author of Lakewood and The Women Could Fly, a dazzling novel about two brilliant sisters and what happens to their undeniable bond when a mysterious and possibly perilous new world beckons.On an ... read more
"Compelling . . . unfailingly interesting, building suspense as readers wonder what will happen" --Booklist (starred review) "Schlink knows how to tell a gripping yarn . . . [The Granddaughter] is a rewarding and wonderfully readable novel." --The Guardian "A ... read more
"Rebecca Thompson’s moving book proves that there are as many different ways of becoming a family as there are mothers—a personal, compelling reminder of why women’s reproductive health care matters, and why one size does not fit all”—Jodi Picoult, #1 New York... read more
“A beautifully written story of the sweetness of staying put, Jones’s book will add depth to any memoir collection.”—Library JournalCan life be an adventure, even when it’s just . . . ordinary?From the Front Porch podcast host and independent bookstore owner c... read more
“Entertaining. . . . Briscoe folds some perceptive class critiques into her intoxicating blend of romance and suspense. This offers plenty of gothic pleasures.”—Publishers WeeklyNew York Times bestselling author Connie Briscoe updates Daphne Du Maurier’s class... read more
“A thoroughly digestible and wonderfully approachable example of popular philosophy at its very best.” —Joshua C. Gellers, Science A philosopher calls for a revolution in ethics, suggesting we expand our “moral circle” to include insects, AI systems, and even ... read more
Why Jesus’s historic and cultural influence makes him fascinating, provocative, and relevant for everyone, not only Christians.Two thousand years after his birth and death, Jesus of Nazareth continues to be of vital interest. Yet much of the scholarship around... read more
From the author of Rabbits for Food comes a profound and deeply moving new novel about a middle-aged couple's struggle with the husband’s descent into early onset Lewy Body dementia, shot through with Kirshenbaum’s signature lacerating humor.“Gutsy, funny, hea... read more
In late 17th Century London rich young women are being kidnapped, then murdered. Harry Hunt, formerly of the Royal Society but now a rich gentleman, is falsely accused. To clear his name, he must rely on his abandoned scientific expertise and battle the full f... read more
"Extraordinarily relevant and meaningful."—Elee Wood, New York TimesLos Angeles Times, An Ultimate L.A. Bookshelf Essential Book & Latinx Files 2022 Best BooksNew York Times, Best Books about California, New York Times James Beard Award Finalist in History L.A... read more
An uncanny and electric story collection from SJ Sindu, Lambda Literary finalist and Publishing Triangle Edmund White Debut Fiction Award–winning author of Blue-Skinned GodsIn “Dark Academia and the Lesbian Masterdoc,” a millennial English professor finds vira... read more
From the "Mo Willems of Sweden," award-winning author/illustrator Emma Adbage captures a funny and true-to-life story about a little boy who hurts himself at school and is suddenly thrust into the spotlight Awarded Best Swedish Picture Book of 2022 For readers... read more
A touching and humorous middle grade novel about transgender friendship and the right to be who you are.It's summertime for eleven-year-old Marcus goes with his mother to a new city, where she'll be working for the summer. Marcus is looking forward to it becau... read more
The Whisper of the Ravens series has taken readers by storm with its mix of crime, fantasy, humor, love and Norse gods. Now comes the long-awaited final volume in the trilogy: Part thriller, part fantasy, this book will appeal to anyone looking for supernatura... read more
Part thriller, part fantasy, this book will appeal to anyone interested in the supernatural, murder mysteries, or Norse mythology.For fans of The Raven Boys and American Gods. Following up on the cliffhanger ending of Book 1, where Anna has learned who is resp... read more
Part thriller, part fantasy, this book will appeal to anyone interested in the supernatural, murder mysteries, or Norse mythology. For fans of The Raven Boys and American Gods. Fantasy, crime, and Norse gods come together when it emerges that a series of besti... read more
The second book in the full-color illustrated sci-fi adventure series that keeps readers on the edge of their seats!Children from all over the world are trying to complete the game. Marie, the fourteen-year-old daughter of a wealthy arms manufacturer in Norway... read more
A new sci-fi adventure full-color illustrated series in which a group of children are selected for a mission to save the mankind! Their astonishing journey brings them to the outer reaches of our solar system.Overpopulation has caused earth’s natural resources... read more
Moving between New York City, Mexico City, and Iowa City, a young member of the Mexican elite sees his life splinter in a centuries-spanning debut that blends the Latin American traditions of Roberto Bolaño and Fernanda Melchor with the autofiction of US write... read more
Gail-Agnes Musikavanhu's adrenaline-packed joyride of a debut is an ode to Gen Z and chaotic teens—perfect for fans of Grace D. Li, Ebony Ladelle, and Baby Driver.Best friends Loli Crawford and Ryan Pope have earned their nickname, the “Bonnie and Clyde of Woo... read more
Parisian private investigator Aimée Leduc has been framed for the murder of her daughter’s father—now she’s on the lam, and must find the real killer to clear her name in this thrilling 21st installment of Cara Black’s New York Times bestselling mystery series... read more
A milestone in historical mystery fiction as Maisie Dobbs takes her final bow!The Comfort of Ghosts completes Jacqueline Winspear’s ground-breaking and internationally bestselling series.“An outstanding historical series.”—The New York Times“Winspear is a bril... read more
In the eighteenth installment in this fan-favorite WWII mystery series, US Army Captain Billy Boyle investigates a murder in a charming English village, where personal vendettas tangle with wartime espionage.Norfolk, England, November 1944: After a series of d... read more
Could summer in your neighborhood turn out to be better than an exotic holiday overseas? Ina and her new neighbor Vilmer are about to find out…na has no plans for the summer. Suddenly, she finds herself lying in front of the entire class, telling them she is g... read more
Franny is a feisty 14-year-old with a gift for turning her thoughts and feelings into drawings. She lives in Montreal with her father, a sewing machine repair man by day and inventor by night. When he’s invited to pursue his research in Japan, Franny is sent t... read more
A biting memoir with an over the top package!This is your warning! This book contains Count Dracula’s memoirs. And as you would expect, there are plenty of hideous creatures in it—giant yetis, insidious werewolves, slimy fish monsters—maybe you shouldn’t read ... read more
Whether you're an experienced runner or a complete beginner, this inspiring book will motivate you to train your body and mind to complete one of the hardest physical feats of all—an ultramarathonUltra-races—distances longer than 26.2 miles—aren’t for “normal ... read more
Break free from hustle culture—and traditional productivity books—and create a personalized routine aligned with your energy levels, family needs, work demands, and your body’s natural cyclesThe Hustle Cure is an empowering guide that offers a new approach to ... read more
Navigate the world of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) with this inclusive, full-color autism workbook for those interested in learning more about ASD, getting an early autism diagnosis, and recognizing how being autistic can impact a person’s daily life.In this... read more
Protect yourself from burnout and find the balance you've been craving in this self care book for women.Maybe you’re feeling exhausted, both mentally and physically, from the last few years and all of the uncertainty and change that came with them. Maybe you’r... read more
Learn to find affordable vintage home decor and how to style it in a modern home.From a Goyard trunk worth upwards of $10,000 (scored for $90) to a floor-length vintage Christian Dior cape (a $10 Goodwill find), Virginia knows how to find deals.Danielle from A... read more
Fantagraphics celebrates The Flapper Queens, a gorgeous collection of full-color comic strips. In addition to featuring the more well-known cartoonists of the era, such as Ethel Hays, Nell Brinkley, and Virginia Huget, Eisner award-winning Trina Robbins introd... read more
In this fairy tale of a graphic novel, a mysterious, tiny being upsets the balance of the woods. A lone, defenseless pupa has rained down from the sky. An assembly of talking birds and trees agree to protect "Dolly" as it begins to evolve ― but into what? As t... read more
In this Italian erotic comics collection, which spans 1977-1989, the character Valentina, a music, art, and fashion-loving Milanese photographer, ages in "real time." First, she saves Effi, a German heiress, from kidnappers, and they become lovers. Valentina a... read more
This is a psychedelically drawn, boldly political retelling of the 1950s graphic novel The Eternaut, whose imagery is still used as a symbol of resistance in Latin America to this day. The 1950s version of The Eternaut, a seminal Argentine work, is drawn in F.... read more
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