I specialize in helping authors and professionals communicate complex ideas clearly and effectively. My work goes beyond grammar and surface edits. I focus on clarity, structure, and meaning—helping your ideas come through as intended. Whether you need big-picture direction or sentence-level refinement, I provide thoughtful, practical support tailored to your project.
Developmental Editing
For books and complex projects that need structure, clarity, and direction.
Developmental editing looks at the work as a whole. I help you identify what you are trying to say, where the message becomes unclear, and how to create a structure that carries the reader from beginning to end.
This may include:
- Clarifying your central idea or argument
- Reorganizing sections for better flow
- Identifying gaps, redundancies, or points of confusion
- Strengthening narrative or logical progression
- Providing detailed feedback and recommendations
Best suited for:
- Book manuscripts (nonfiction or fiction)
- Essays with complex ideas
- Thought leadership or mission-driven work
Line Editing
For writing that is solid but needs refinement in flow, tone, and readability.
Line editing focuses on how the writing works at the sentence and paragraph level. I revise for clarity, rhythm, and coherence while preserving your voice and intent.
This may include:
- Rewriting for clarity and flow
- Improving transitions between ideas
- Adjusting tone for your intended audience
- Reducing awkward or overly complex phrasing
- Ensuring consistency and readability
Best suited for:
- Essays and articles
- Completed drafts that need polish
- Writing that is clear in concept but uneven in execution
Manuscript Coaching
For writers who want guidance throughout the process.
Some projects benefit from ongoing collaboration rather than a single round of edits. Manuscript coaching provides structure, feedback, and direction as your work develops.
This may include:
- Reviewing sections as you write
- Providing feedback and next steps
- Helping you stay focused and make progress
- Serving as a sounding board for ideas and structure
- Building your confidence to excel as a writer
Best suited for:
- First-time authors
- Long-form projects in development
- Writers who want support and accountability
How We Work Together
- Initial conversation (15–20 minutes)
We discuss your project to understand your audience, goals, and timeline. - Review
I review your material and determine the level of support needed. - Scope and approach
I outline a proposed approach, timeline, and cost. - Editing process
I provide edits, feedback, and recommendations tailored to your project.
Projects vary widely in scope. After an initial conversation and review, I provide a proposed approach, timeline, and estimate tailored to your project.
Get in Touch
If you’re working on a project and want a thoughtful partner to help shape your writing, I’d be happy to connect.