Editors do not edit because they thrive on correcting writers but because they value the written word and its latent power and drama. I edit fiction, academic, nonfiction, and technical and science writing, bringing thirty years of experience and a lifelong love of the English language to this task. I edit US and UK English and am fluent in the major style guides, such as the Chicago Manual of Style and the Oxford Style Guide.
As an editor, I work with writers to focus on their story: plot development, fleshing-out characters, creating a world that can be seen and experienced, and surprising the reader with an unexpected story twist.
This category includes crime thrillers, mysteries, fantasy, and sci-fi. My editing includes line-by-line, story, and stylistic editing (grammar, punctuation, etc.). My specialties are character development, plotting and storylines, writing with the senses, and developing evil, vile villains.
All writers should seek an editor before attempting publication, whether through an agent or self-publishing. The trick is finding an editor with whom you mesh. Fiction Book Editing
Nonfiction Book Editing
To view a list of nonfiction books I have recently edited, please click on the item below. Nonfiction Book Editing
Catholic Book Editing
I have edited numerous Catholic-specific books, a narrow discipline but one close to my heart. Please click the link below to see a list of these titles. Catholic Book Editing
Academic Book Editing
To view a list of academic books I have recently edited, copyedited, or proofed, please click on the item below. Academic Book Editing
Memoir Editing
I have edited numerous memoirs, a topic close to my heart. Your story is your legacy. Please click the link below to see a list of these titles. Memoir Editing
Spirituality Book Editing
I have edited numerous spirituality-based books dealing with denominational faiths as well as metaphysics and consciousness. Please click the link below to see a list of these titles. Spirituality Book Editing
