In addition to being a published author, I hold MA’s in English and Creative Writing and have over 25 years of editorial experience. Some endorsements are listed at the bottom of the Testimonials page. And here’s a comic version of what I’d tell a certain kind of writer.

I only work with completed drafts of faith-based novels, screenplays, and select nonfiction. While I don’t ghostwrite and cannot finish your manuscript for you, I will help you polish it until it shines. Please include a 200-word summary of your work and a brief bio when contacting me. If I can help, I will request the manuscript.

These are my areas of expertise:

1. Developmental Editing: “Big picture” items such as plot, characters, setting, themes, conflict (and resolution), narrative technique, and dialogue. This applies to works of fiction and narrative nonfiction, including travel writing, biography, and memoir. After reading the manuscript I will provide a detailed critique on elements that need to be worked on and suggest changes to make your book a better one.

Please note: At this level I do not input any corrections to the file submitted.

2. Copy Editing: Line-by-line checking for spelling, grammar, punctuation, syntax, usage, consistency, and any content errors that may exist. At this level I also suggest things like paragraph breaks and sentence (or word) order changes that will make the writing flow more smoothly.

3. Proofreading: Checking for consistency, typos, format, and layout.

4. Marketing: I will suggest a title, subtitle, and marketing and promotional ideas based on your book’s niche and needs. I can also write the back cover summary, author bio, and a press release.

FEES Fees are charged per hour, per word, or per project. I’m sure we can reach a mutually agreeable fee if your project and I are a match.

CONTACT Please use the contact form below to get in touch. Congratulations on completing your manuscript and I look forward to hearing from you!