PEN’s members include copyeditors, writers, proofreaders, indexers, translators, and many other wordsmiths. Find an experienced professional to work on your book manuscript, article, website copy, newsletter, grant proposal, marketing plan, training manual, or other project.
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Kathy is a trained writer and editor with a B.A. in English from Augsburg College. She is also a certified life coach from Adler Graduate School and Heartmath.
Clients include: small businesses, entrepreneurs, fiction writers, people in transition, job seekers. Specialties include: updating resumes, formatting classroom and other materials, in depth research on a topic, political speeches, coaching on manuscripts of fictional writing. Knowledgeable in metaphysical and paranormal topics.
End Products
resumes, book drafts, speeches, reports
Software
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
Share your writing pain–The Text Doctor can diagnose and heal your texts! I am a meticulous copyeditor with 30+ years of providing scientific, medical, technical, and non-fiction editing services to a wide range of clients. I focus on improving the language, flow, structure, clarity, and correctness of your texts.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Technical
Subjects
Medical, medicine, science, scientific, technical, healthcare, health care, consumer education, academic, biotechnology, cardiology, medical devices, education, training
End Products
I copyedit books, textbooks, monographs, clinical submissions, medical trial protocols, conference materials, journal articles, proposals and grant applications, medical newsletters, patient and physician materials, research reports, nonfiction books, training materials, training curriculum, PowerPoint presentations, test items, website pages, podcasts, memoirs
Other Services: I am a writing coach, a self-efficacy coach, and an herbalist.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Proofreading
Writing Services
Ghostwriting
Subjects
Alternative Medicines, Herbs, Running, Education, Academic Papers and Research, Teaching, Gardening, Vegan Lifestyle, Travel, Literature, Writing, Trail Running, Animals, Pets, Health and Wellness, Spirituality, Aging, Philosophy, Love, Ethics, Sustainable Lifestyle, and anything else you may desire.
End Products
Theses, dissertations, lesson plans, newsletters, admission letters, nonfictional and fictional books and chapters, blogs, Powerpoint presentations, magazine and journal articles, instruction manuals, technical papers, press releases, pitches and proposals, abstracts, white pages, and case studies.
A licensed secondary language arts teacher, with a BS in secondary English education, MA in literature, MA in theology and Ed.D. in education, Rosemary has taught at both the secondary and college levels. Rosemary is also a visual artist with strong layout skills.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Proofreading, Substantive
Writing Services
Academic, Web
Other Services
Content review, Layout
Subjects
Education, literature, biography, genealogy, social sciences, general business, the arts, public policy, health care, spirituality
End Products
Books, fiction and non-fiction pieces, academic papers, curriculum, newsletters, annual reports, Web content, brochures, bios
Eagle-eyed proofreader and meticulous editor with more than 25 years of experience. Will edit on screen or on hard copy. Familiar with The Chicago Manual of Style, American Medical Association Manual of Style, American Psychological Association style, and the Associated Press Stylebook and Libel Manual.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Proofreading, Series, Substantive
Writing Services
Nonfiction
Other Services
Editorial project management
Subjects
Medical, sports and leisure, marketing and advertising, education and self-help, young adult fiction and nonfiction, general interest
End Products
Powerpoint presentations; websites; catalogs; business marketing, promotional, and incentive materials; tradeshow materials
Software
Adobe Acrobat Reader, Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, QuarkXPress
I’ve been working as a freelance editor since January 2007, and have taught writing at the college and university level for over 15 years. I have a Master of Arts degree in English/Creative Writing and a Bachelor of Science in Corrections with a minor in Psychology. I am also an investigator, a trainer and a Qualified Neutral under Rule 114. I write monthly articles for Connections and College Crossings, and my short stories for middle grade and young adult readers have been published in Learning Through History and by Aria Kalsan. I edit hardcopy documents, and electronic documents using Word’s Track Changes tool. My turn around time always meets the deadline. You can find more information about me and my services at www.rlweditorial.com.
Academic, Fiction, Nonfiction, Technical and instructional
Subjects
I specialize in editing master’s theses, doctoral dissertations, other scholarly publications, and in editing fiction and creative nonfiction for writers planning to self-publish or who plan to seek traditional publication. I edit literary fiction, general fiction, genre fiction (sci/fi fantasy, mysteries, thrillers, and middle grade and young adult books), and creative nonfiction in the areas of education, environment, history, spirituality, child and family development, mental and behavioral health, human resources and conflict resolution.
End Products
Doctoral dissertations, master’s theses, short stories, articles, novels, nonfiction books, manuals, white papers.
Software
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
Editing: Web Site Copy; Nonfiction (Essays, Book Chapters, Books); Brochures; Company Reports; Recipes; Nutrition Databases; Grant and Academic Applications; Theses; Academic Journals (Child Development). Writing: Profile Interviews; Parent Engagement Materials; Digital Content; Book Reviews; Policy Papers; Quantitative and Qualitative Reports (Voting Trends); Strategic Plans.
End Products
Culinary Arts; Health and Wellness; Medicine and Sociology; Public Policy (Public Education, Community Engagement, Politics); English Literature.
Software
Adobe Acrobat Reader, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
renewable energy, science, finance, education, business, software, some medical
Age Levels
Early elementary, Middle grade, Young adult, New adult, Adult
End Products
industry news, case studies, white papers, technical reports, journal articles, research reports, nonfiction books, training manuals, user guides
Style Manuals
American Chemical Society (ACS), American Psychological Association (APA), Associated Press Stylebook (AP), Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS), Gregg Reference Manual, Modern Language Association (MLA)
Software
Adobe Acrobat Pro, Adobe Acrobat Reader, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
Education, Leadership, Medicine, Nursing, Social & Behavioral Sciences, Social Work, Counseling Psychology, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Primary Care, Prevention and Health Promotion.
Nonfiction Genres
Academic
Age Levels
Adult
End Products
Thesis, Dissertation, Capstone, Practice Improvement, Manuscript
Style Manuals
American Medical Association (AMA), American Psychological Association (APA)
Software
Adobe Acrobat Reader, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
Fiction Editor | Nonfiction Editor | Grant Writer
Whether you’re looking for a light copyedit that adheres to house style or a deep dive into the structure and flow of your rough draft, please contact me to discuss your project! I have twelve years’ experience as a staff editor at a publishing company and five years’ experience as a grant writer/editor for an arts nonprofit. I’m unshakably reliable and eagle-eyed, happy to think outside the box when the need arises, and fully committed to the success and professionalism of your work.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Developmental editing, Line editing, Proofreading, Series, Substantive
American Medical Association (AMA), American Psychological Association (APA), Associated Press Stylebook (AP), Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS), Modern Language Association (MLA)
Software
Google Docs, Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
More than twelve years’ experience in book publishing as a developmental editor, currently working as a freelancer. Detail-oriented and able to edit to the level you specify–proofreading, copyediting, or substantive editing.
Edit all fiction and nonfiction/general interest subjects. Specializing in educational publishing, experienced with biographies, how-to manuals, textbooks, and study guides. Also edit academic papers.
End Products
Fiction and nonfiction books, textbooks, online study guides, how-to articles, manuals
Software
Adobe Acrobat Pro, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
I have a PhD in social psychology and provide expert academic editing services in psychology and other social sciences for researchers and students. I also provide editing and consulting services for people who are applying for academic positions, graduate programs, and recent graduates applying for jobs.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Developmental editing, Line editing, Proofreading, Substantive, Technical
Subjects
Psychology, Social Sciences, Education, Health, Well-being, Self-help
Journal Articles, Book Chapters, Theses, Dissertations, Grant Proposals, Research Papers, Conference Posters, Presentation Slides, Resumes, CVs, Personal Statements, Teaching Statements, Research Statements, Diversity Statements, Essays
Software
Adobe Acrobat Reader, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
Experienced editor: non-fiction specialty. Former journalist (newspaper, television, radio, and business publications). Former English teacher (middle school and high school). Years of experience teaching adults creative writing. Developmental editing and book coaching (for non-fiction) are my specialties. Able to quickly understand complex subject matter. I enjoy helping people make their writing clear and compelling.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Developmental editing, Line editing, Proofreading, Substantive, Technical
Writing Services
Academic, Magazine, Newsletter, Newspaper, Nonfiction, Rewriting, Technical and instructional
American Psychological Association (APA), Associated Press Stylebook (AP), Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS), Microsoft Writing Style Guide, Modern Language Association (MLA)
Software
Adobe Acrobat Reader, Google Docs, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
I’m a developmental editor and book coach who specializes in working with writers of fantasy novels. Whether you intend to self-publish or publish traditionally, I will work to ensure your story has a “beating heart”—a theme or relevance that draws readers in and resonates deep within them. I aim to build honest, lasting relationships with writers who want their novels to reach their full potential.
Story construction has always fascinated me. After graduating summa cum laude in 2010 with a B.A. in English Education, I taught English and creative writing for six years. Currently, I co-organize a writing critique group and am a member of the Editorial Freelancers Association in addition to PEN.
“Nicole’s first editing and big-picture report blew me away. Her talent for reviewing a story goes beyond practice and schooling. There is a level of insightfulness that strikes me as innate.” -Barbara L., Iowa
My editorial experience includes journalism, public information for a state environmental agency, freelance environmental writing, academic editing, nonprofit newsletter development, and seven years of teaching writing and literature on the college level.
I have experience working with students and academic writers in evaluation studies, economics, women’s studies, English studies, education, social work, divinity, and humanities fields, as well as fiction and personal essays. I enjoy learning new information from my clients’ writing.
Nonfiction Genres
Academic, Autobiography and memoir, Essay
End Products
Thesis, dissertation, academic article or book, essay, journalistic article or book, nonfiction of any kind
Style Manuals
American Psychological Association (APA), Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS), Modern Language Association (MLA)
Software
Adobe Acrobat Pro, Google Docs, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
Experienced, full-time with background as librarian enhances my ability to meet publisher’s specifications and meet the needs of users at all levels. Especially enjoy challenge of scholarly books and indexing materials for teens and children.
Other Services
Indexing
Subjects
archaeology, biography, consumer affairs, education, health, history, hobbies, how-to manuals, issues of interest to nonprofits, Jewish studies, nature and environment, Native American studies, social sciences, women’s studies
kids nonfiction, YA nonfiction, curriculum, science, social studies, pop culture, STEM, literature, English Language Arts, history, biography, how-to, instructional, social-emotional learning
I work with corporate clients and self-published authors in fiction and nonfiction. Our team of editors can perform end-to-end publishing services for a variety of publications ranging from educational materials to digital assets, and magazines. I am the podcast host of The Editor’s Half Hour.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Developmental editing, Line editing, Proofreading, Series, Substantive
Writing Services
Academic, Books, Business proposals, Fiction, Ghostwriting, Journal, Magazine, Newsletter, Nonfiction, Web
Associated Press Stylebook (AP), Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS)
Software
Adobe Acrobat Pro, Adobe Acrobat Reader, Adobe InCopy, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Apple Pages, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, PerfectIt
More than 10 years as a freelance copy editor and proofreader, specializing in business, healthcare, and education.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Line editing, Proofreading, Technical
Writing Services
Newsletter, Nonfiction
Other Services
Fact-checking, Research, Style guide creation
Subjects
Medicine, the arts, business, health and wellness, law, and general nonfiction
Nonfiction Genres
Academic, Business, Textbooks
End Products
Projects include newsletters, textbooks, online teaching materials, water quality reports, medical and nursing textbooks, entries for a dental dictionary, a law book on case reviews, marketing collateral, corporate communications, and financial reports.
Style Manuals
American Medical Association (AMA), American Psychological Association (APA), Associated Press Stylebook (AP), Bluebook, Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS)
Software
Adobe Acrobat Reader, Google Docs, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
Award-winning writing and editing. Infinite possibilities. Endless opportunities. Dr. Hall has helped many scholars earn their doctoral degree with a well written dissertation or doctoral study capstone manuscript. She has been acknowledged in countless studies for her expertise and assistance. Dr. Janie edits for flow, content, tone, form and style, aids in data analysis, offers IRB application assistance, assists with research method/design choices, overall thematic analysis, and is well versed in APA 7.0 edition.
Editing Services
Developmental editing, Line editing, Proofreading, Series
Writing Services
Academic, Book proposals and query letters, Books, Business proposals, Content marketing, Grant writing, Journal, Magazine, Newsletter, Newspaper, Rewriting, Script, Technical and instructional, Web
Ph.D. in social science; client-centered copyediting, proofreading, book coaching; accepting academic works of any length. Special services offered for non-native English speakers. Free trial and estimate.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Line editing, Proofreading
Writing Services
Academic, Book proposals and query letters, Books, Journal, Nonfiction, Web
book manuscripts, textbooks, journal articles and reviews, web copy, grant proposals, tenure and promotion dossiers, job application materials, e-books, white papers, statements of teaching philosophy
Style Manuals
American Psychological Association (APA), Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS), Modern Language Association (MLA)
Software
Adobe Acrobat Reader, Google Docs, Google Sheets, LaTeX, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
Clients have included Thomson Reuters, UnitedHealthcare/Optum, Fusion Hill, Think Piece Publishing, Cleveland Clinic, Katey Charles Communications, Hamline University–Creative Writing Programs (Water~Stone Review), Redleaf Press, Minnesota Law & Politics and Super Lawyers magazines. Proficient in Associated Press and Chicago style.
As an editor, my focus is on making it clear and getting it right. People hire me for my attention to detail, organizational skills, thoroughness, and years of editing experience and talent.
I am a full-time freelance editor, proofreader, and fact-checker with experience in general interest nonfiction, education materials (middle school through college, adult ELL), magazines, newspapers, marketing materials (websites, newsletters, catalogs, letters, etc.), and fiction. I have more than 20 years of experience and work in Google Docs and Sheets, Word, Acrobat, PowerPoint, Access, InDesign, and Excel and with the following style guides: Chicago, AP, and APA.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Developmental editing, Line editing, Proofreading, Series, Substantive
Niche areas include: classic rock, instructional (self-help and DIY/how-to, such as crafts), business/personal finance, collectibles, gardening, decor, sports, biography, and more. Experience in primary grades through early college: social studies, English language arts (ELA), adult English language learner (ELL).
Infant and toddler, Early elementary, Middle grade, Young adult, Adult
End Products
Books, magazines, websites, marketing materials, newspapers, social media posts
Style Manuals
American Psychological Association (APA), Associated Press Stylebook (AP), Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS), Gregg Reference Manual
Software
Adobe Acrobat Pro, Adobe Acrobat Reader, Adobe InDesign, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, QuarkXPress
I am a freelance editor who specializes in working with writers on their developmental and substantive needs. I have a deep understanding of story craft and advise my clients on how to make their story come alive. Whether your work needs help blossoming from “idea” to “draft,” or if you need help with your phrasing and grammar before self-publishing or submitting to a publisher, I can help on any part of the process.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Developmental editing, Line editing, Proofreading, Series, Substantive
Do you need clear, compelling content for your magazine, website, annual report, brochure, or news site? I provide quality writing and editing for mission-driven organizations. Versatility is one of my strengths: I have 15 years of experience working with higher education, nonprofit, healthcare, and government institutions, and I’ve written and edited everything from online news stories to gallery labels.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Developmental editing, Line editing, Proofreading, Substantive
Fact-checking, Interviewing, Manuscript critique, Research, Social media, Style guide creation
Subjects
academia/higher education; arts and design; data science; democracy; diversity, equity, and inclusion; environmental health; healthcare/medical; history; government and policy; neuroscience; psychology/mental health
Style Manuals
Associated Press Stylebook (AP), Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS), Modern Language Association (MLA)
Software
Adobe Acrobat Reader, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
Fifteen years of experience: B.A. in English; exacting attention to detail; on-time turnaround; I edit hard copy, electronic documents using Word’s Track Changes feature, or PDFs using Acrobat’s Comment and Review feature; very familiar with The Chicago Manual of Style, The Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, and The Associated Press Stylebook.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Proofreading, Series, Substantive
Writing Services
Newsletter, Nonfiction, Rewriting, Technical and instructional, Web
Subjects
Website content, elementary and secondary education, advertising and marketing, health/medical publications and marketing material, corporate communications, scholarly publications, literary fiction, home improvement, early childhood education and development, self-help
End Products
Trade books, textbooks, journals, newsletters, annual reports, websites, advertising and marketing materials, cookbooks, and manuals
Software
Adobe Acrobat Reader, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word
Specialized in English-Spanish translations. Extensive experience editing and translating children’s books, K-12 textbook series, and instructional materials for Houghton Mifflin, Addison Wesley, Open Court, TCM, Free Spirit, Beaver’s Pond Press, Red Leaf, University of Minnesota.
Cultural text adaptation and transcreation for all audiences. Development of in-house style guides for translation and glossary management.
Children’s books, K-12, bilingual education, legal, medical, web pages, marketing, corporate policies, training manuals, health and wellness
Nonfiction Genres
Autobiography and memoir, Business, Cookbooks, DIY/how-to, History, Self-help, Textbooks, Travel
Age Levels
Infant and toddler, Pre-K, Early elementary, Middle grade, Young adult, New adult, Adult
End Products
Spanish translations and multilingual texts for all audiences. Cultural text adaptation and copy for the Hispanic market. Books, newsletters, brochures, and all types of corporate communications.
Style Manuals
American Medical Association (AMA), American Psychological Association (APA), Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS), Microsoft Writing Style Guide
Software
Adobe Acrobat Pro, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
I am a friendly and experienced editor, helping multilingual and English-speaking researchers polish their academic manuscripts for journal publication and dissertation defense. I also copyedit and proofread ELT texts, and trade nonfiction and fiction.
Clients include Big Five and other publishers, Oxford and Cambridge University Presses, SkyMed Care, academic editing agencies, and independent authors.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Line editing, Proofreading, Technical
Journals, books, articles, white papers, green papers, toolkits, training materials, website copy, marketing and promotional materials, presentations, blogs, newsletters
Style Manuals
American Medical Association (AMA), American Psychological Association (APA), Associated Press Stylebook (AP), Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS), Modern Language Association (MLA)
Software
Adobe Acrobat Reader, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, PerfectIt
Amy Farrar is a published book author and professional editor. She edits a wide range of materials, including fiction and nonfiction books for both individuals and publishers (see this listing for a list of subjects she writes/edits). Amy’s other clients include magazines, trade publications, newspapers, marketing companies, nonprofits, and other organizations.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Developmental editing, Line editing, Proofreading, Series, Substantive, Technical
Writing Services
Academic, Book proposals and query letters, Books, Content marketing, Copywriting, Journal, Magazine, Newsletter, Newspaper, Nonfiction, Rewriting, Script, Technical and instructional, Web
Editing: Books, websites, marketing materials, online content, articles, etc. Writing: books, both edited and written; articles for magazines, newspapers, and other publications, feature articles for annual reports, medical papers and publications, etc. Author of four published books: A Jersey Girl’s Guide to the Universe (A Memoir), ADHD, Global Warming: Essential Viewpoints, and The Indispensable Field Guide to Freelance Writing. See my website for more information.
Style Manuals
American Medical Association (AMA), American Psychological Association (APA), Associated Press Stylebook (AP), Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS)
Experienced in technical writing and editing. Familiar with The Chicago Manual of Style, Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (APA) and Microsoft Manual of Style for Technical Publications.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Substantive, Technical
Writing Services
Academic, Books, Business proposals, Content marketing, Fiction, Ghostwriting, Grant writing, Journal, Magazine, Newsletter, Nonfiction, Poetry, Rewriting, Script, Technical and instructional, Web
Other Services
Design, Image sourcing, Layout, Publishing, Social media
Subjects
Software documentation, website content, general interest
Style Manuals
American Psychological Association (APA), Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS), Microsoft Writing Style Guide
Software
Adobe Acrobat Reader, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
I hold a master of divinity (MDiv) degree from Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (LSTC), and served for 14 years as a parish pastor. If your writing has to do with faith, theology, Bible, and/or church, my professional experience in those areas offers you value not commonly found in a copyeditor.
My passion and strengths are in matters of Christian faith (Lutheran; mainline or progressive), Bible, church, theology (down-to-earth; not overly academic). In addition to the style manuals noted below (CMOS and AP), I am accustomed to working with the Society of Biblical Literature (SBL) Handbook of Style.
Nonfiction Genres
Autobiography and memoir, Biography, Creative nonfiction, Essay, Self-help
Age Levels
Pre-K, Early elementary, Middle grade, Young adult, New adult, Adult
End Products
Meticulously copyedited manuscripts of books (fiction/nonfiction; children’s/middle grade/YA/mainline adult), children’s/youth/adult Christian Education curriculum; devotional/inspirational materials for individuals and churches; adult Bible study lessons
Style Manuals
Associated Press Stylebook (AP), Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS)
Software
Adobe Acrobat Reader, Google Docs, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
I am a trained and experienced editor and proofreader. If you have written something, I would love to work on it behind the scenes to polish it for publication. Some of my clients include Michigan State University, Virginia Tech, InterVarsity Press, Becoming Minimalist, Teacher Created Materials, Collaborative Classroom, and Christianity Today. I’d love to talk with you about your project and see how I can be of service to you.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Developmental editing, Line editing, Proofreading, Substantive
Associated Press Stylebook (AP), Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS), Modern Language Association (MLA)
Software
Adobe Acrobat Pro, Adobe Acrobat Reader, Adobe InCopy, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
