Shana Murph

Shana Murph – Editor

Editor specializing in health education, African-American life, Womanist studies, and Black theology. More than 20 years of experience.

Overview

As an editor, I have more than 20 years of experience working in book publishing, communications, and e-learning. I have 10 years of book industry experience working as a development editor, copy editor and project manager for publishers such as Perseus Books Group, Elsevier, Wolters Kluwer Health, and David C Cook. In woking at Wolters Kluwer Health, I have performed development editing on titles such as Contemporary Practical/Vocational Nursing by Corinne Kurzen and Fundamental Nursing Skills and Concepts by Barbara Timby, Development editing entails checking clinical content for currency and accuracy, rewording unclear language, reorganizing features and sections of content, and ensuring that complex concepts are thoroughly explained. As a development editor in nursing education, I have also been able to consult with authors on how to handle cultural content and sensitive topics regarding race and ethnicity in health care settings.

I provide development editing, copyediting, and proofreading services for writers who are self-publishing or working with a publisher. I also provide editing services for publishing companies. My specialties include Christian living and curriculum, devotionals, African American history and culture, nursing education (LPN/LVN, BSN, and advanced practice), politics, and history. My digital publishing experience includes copyediting e-learning courseware for nursing instructors and students, which includes assessments, case studies, and simulations.

Because I have worked worked across several book publishing industries (Christian, trade, and STEM), I have a very in-depth knowledge of various practices in book publishing.
Services
Fiction
African American Fiction Literary Fiction
Non-Fiction
Education & Reference Health & Wellbeing Inspirational Medicine, Nursing, & Dentistry Writing & Publishing
Languages
English (US)
Certifications
  • BA in English, technical writing minor

Work experience

Self-employed

Nov, 2018 — Present

FA Davis

Oct, 2016 — Present

Manage all aspects of manuscript development and ensure a smooth workflow from development through release to production.

Wolters Kluwer

Jun, 2013 — Oct, 2016 (over 3 years)

Managed the content development of nursing textbooks to include digital content and the art program.

The Navigators

May, 2011 — Jun, 2013 (about 2 years)

Wrote and edited content for both internal and public Web sites.

David C Cook

Sep, 2009 — May, 2011 (over 1 year)

Managed the editorial production of in-class curriculum, which included writing and editing content for teachers and students.

TeleTech

Sep, 2007 — Jan, 2009 (over 1 year)

Edited and tested the functionality of e-learning courses

Perseus Books Group

Oct, 2006 — Oct, 2007 (about 1 year)

Managed the editorial process for up to 20 books per year from acquisition to bound book, which included copyediting and proofreading manuscripts, and reviewing cover copy.

Elsevier

Aug, 2002 — Apr, 2004 (over 1 year)

Managed 11 medical practice titles from pre-contract to production; created schedules and coordinated manuscript transmittal dates with production.

Portfolio

Let's Be Clear: Chronicling The Constant Struggle and Overcoming Spirit of Black Women

Freeman, K.

Ask Me Why I'm Not In Church: A Call for the Church to Get out of the Building

An A.

Then Sings My Soul

Christian, A.

Daniel's Wife

Christian, A.

The Compassion Fatigued Organization: Restoring Compassion to Helping Professionals

Graff, M.

Phillips's Manual of I.V. Therapeutics: Evidence-Based Practice for Infusion Therapy

Lisa G.

The perfect resource for any setting where infusion therapy skills are required! Its popular, self-paced approach makes it ideal for classroom and clinical settings as it progresses from the basics to advanced techniques while incorporating theory into clinica... read more
Cape Wind: Money, Celebrity, Energy, Class, Politics, and the Battle for Our Energy Future

Robert W.

When Jim Gordon set out to build a wind farm off the coast of Cape Cod, he knew some people might object. But there was a lot of merit in creating a privately funded, clean energy source for energy-starved New England, and he felt sure most people would recogn... read more
High Society: How Substance Abuse Ravages America and What to Do About It

Joseph A.

An excellent book that provides a call-to-action and provides a practical road map to stem the ravages of substance abuse in America. This book is America's wake-up call and could cause a revolution in the way we battle drugs if we heed the call. Author Califa... read more
The Political Brain: How People Vote and How to Change Their Minds: The Role of Emotion in Deciding the Fate of the Nation by Drew Westen (2007-06-07)

Drew W.

Tip-Off: How the 1984 NBA Draft Changed Basketball Forever

Filip B.

The 1984 NBA draft is most remembered as the one where Michael Jordan slipped to third behind number-one pick Hakeem Olajuwon...and the immortal Sam Bowie. You could understand the Houston Rockets choosing Olajuwon, but how on earth could the Portland Trailbla... read more
Alex Haley: The 30th Anniversary Edition: Roots

Alex H.

One of the most important books and television series ever to appear, Roots, galvanized the nation, and created an extraordinary political, racial, social and cultural dialogue that hadn't been seen since the publication of Uncle Tom's Cabin. The book sold ove... read more
Soul Food & Living Water: Spiritual Nourishment for African-American Families (Focus on the Family Books)

Yolanda P.

African American families today face unique challenges. Raising a family to walk as followers of Christ is one of the most important journeys.Soul Food and Living Wateris the perfect resource to help families develop patterns and disciplines that will keep the... read more
Professional Issues in Nursing: Challenges and Opportunities

Carol J.

Today’s nursing students feel immense pressure. K-12 programs often have taught students to be test-oriented, and when successful high school students enter a nursing program, they often quickly learn that the stakes are different and how students “used to stu... read more
Community & Public Health Nursing: Promoting the Public's Health

Cherie R.

This student-friendly, highly visual text expands students’ viewpoints from the client-nurse relationship to a population focus. Acknowledging that population-focused tools and interventions are needed in acute care, as infection rates continue to rise and nur... read more
Fundamental Nursing Skills and Concepts

Mrs. B.

This trusted text helps LPN/LVN students develop the understanding and clinical skills necessary for effective practice in today’s challenging health care environments. Fundamental Nursing Skills and Concepts, 11th Edition, continues the tradition of excellent... read more
Focus on Nursing Pharmacology

Amy M.

Publisher’s Note: Products purchased from 3rd Party sellers are not guaranteed by the Publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.Help your students develop the knowledge they need to deliver safe, effect... read more
Contemporary Practical/Vocational Nursing

Corrine K.

This versatile text teaches the fundamentals of being a student nurse and the critical leadership and management skills for a successful career. Contemporary Practical/Vocational Nursing is written specifically for the LPN/LVN student to provide a basic introd... read more
Pocket Guide for Nursing Health Assessment: A Best Practice Approach

Sharon J.

The second edition of the Pocket Guide is designed to work as a clinical handbook and up-to-date reference for nurses when interviewing patients of all age groups and cultural backgrounds, taking health histories, promoting health, and performing physical asse... read more

Shana has 14 reviews

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Billy C.

Billy C.

Jan, 2022

Shana was professional, timely, and helpful with copy edits. But she wasn't a good fit for my book. She just didn't get what I was doing. Shana told me my book was "not a book." I'm a journalist, and my book is typical of the kind of book you can expect from a journalist. But she called it "a collection of quotes." I think that's why she didn't give it 100%. There were errors in her edits tha...
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Shana M.
Thank you for your feedback. Unfortunately, the client hired a developmental editor that didn't address the book's many issues. With book writing, it's sometimes a challenge to transition from shor...
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RoRo D.

RoRo D.

Jun, 2021

Shana was a pleasure to work with. Provided excellent feedback and always willing to address questions as they arose. She was timely and communicated regularly! Thanks again Shana!!!
DeWitt W.

DeWitt W.

Mar, 2021

I didn't do a lot of communicating with Shana. At the beginning and at the end in writing. Her editing was good. At first, I thought her evaluation of my story was a little hard but after thinking about it, I feel she acurately appraised everything and if I follow her suggestions I will have a good book.
Matthew K.

Matthew K.

Sep, 2020

Knowledgeable, and added to my manuscript while preserving my voice.
Michelle G.

Michelle G.

Sep, 2020

I would highly recommend Shana for any editing project. She helped me to say what I wanted to say in the best way possible which greatly improved my manuscript . She was professional, knowledgeable and easy to work with.