As a St. Louis-based freelance book editor, I help authors polish their manuscripts for self-publishing or querying literary agents. I can help you polish your manuscript so that:
- You make a good first impression with your readers
- Grammatical, stylistic, and punctuation errors don't make your readers put your book down
- Your unique voice shines through and sticks with readers
Some of the editorial services I provide:
- Editorial services for fiction and nonfiction books: developmental editing, line editing, copyediting, and proofreading
- Poetry editing and book design
- Manuscript evaluations for querying or self-publishing authors
- Query letter editing packages for querying authors who need an extra set of eyes on their query letter, first page, and synopsis
- Print book design for self-publishing authors
- Self-publishing assistance for self-publishing authors who aren't sure the steps to actually publish their book
I've been a freelance editor for 9+ years, and I'm professionally trained with an editing certificate through the University of Chicago. Read more about me and my editorial training and education to see if I'm the right fit for you. Browse some of the books I've edited in my editorial portfolio and hear what happy clients have to say about working with me in my client testimonials.
My AI policy is simple: I don't use generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools or programs in my editing process or business (or personal life!), and I'd like to know if you used a generative AI tool to write or edit your manuscript.
Want to see if I'm a good fit for your project? Read more about the editorial services I offer and the types of projects I work on.
Ready to work together? The fastest and easiest way to contact me is by filling out my contact form on my website.