Alisha Nygaard
ANN Editing Services

I am a freelance editor and writer who specializes in developmental/substantive editing. I gain most satisfaction in helping writers clear blocks and bring their characters and plots to life. With an educational background in literature, creative writing, and teaching, I find joy in helping my writers learn and grow in their writing style through editorial feedback and correspondence. While I most enjoy early-stage draft editing, I frequently see my clients through from first draft to final proofread. I am also available for line editing and proofreading, and work with some nonfiction. I have edited a literary magazine, novels, novellas, short stories, postgraduate theses, articles, blog posts, and mailing lists. Please ask me if you are wondering if I can help you with your project!
I have a BA in English and Creative Writing. While my career has focused on editing services and fiction writing, I am open to professional writing jobs. I have studied a few languages, but am most comfortable communicating through English or ASL.

Editing Services
Copyediting, Developmental editing, Line editing, Proofreading, Series, Substantive
Writing Services
Academic, Books, Fiction, Ghostwriting, Magazine, Nonfiction, Rewriting
Other Services
Manuscript critique
Fiction Genres
Action/adventure, Drama, Fanfiction, Horror, Humor/satire, Mystery, Romance, Suspense/thriller
Nonfiction Genres
Academic, Autobiography and memoir, Biography, Cookbooks, Creative nonfiction, Essay, True crime
End Products
Books, Ebooks, Articles, Blogs, Newsletters, Magazines
Style Manuals
Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS), Modern Language Association (MLA)
Software
Google Docs, Microsoft Word