Sarah White, Editor in Fayetteville, AR, USA

Overview

When I was a kid I used to correct people's grammar. I'm sure that was annoying, but now I do it professionally, so it worked out pretty well.

I have worked as a professional editor for a university press and as a freelancer, as well as writing my own books in the crafts space. I like to say that I know the industry from both sides, having written books and edited books (as well as overseeing production of books).

My background is in journalism so I know AP style as well as Chicago. I have an interest in history, biography, crafts, health and any topic where the author's passion and knowledge comes through.

I'm interested in making the books I work on as clear and correct as they can be without squashing the author's style.

I love to read, knit, sew, bake and watch my teenaged daughter play video games.

Services

Copy Editing

Proofreading

Non-Fiction

Biographies & Memoirs History

Fiction

Poetry Short Story

Languages

English (US)

Work experience

Editor and Author

Self-employed

Aug, 2007 — Present

As a freelance editor and writer I have worked for independent clients as well as freelancing for the University of Arkansas Press.

Production Manager

University of Arkansas Press

Apr, 2004 — Jul, 2007 (about 3 years)

Editing manuscripts, working with authors, supervising work flow in book production, proofreading and other duties. I edited or supervised the editing and production of more than 30 books, and have also worked for the Press as a freelance editor.