Who I Am

An expert editor with more than two decades of experience, specializing in scientific and technical topics.

My Work Background

As an independent editor, I provide editing and writing to businesses, individuals, and community organizations. See some of my recent projects for specifics.

As an in-house writer, editor, and proofreader, I have worked for research and engineering companies, consulting firms, laboratories, and not-for-profit institutions.

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My Formal Education

I have a B.A. in English and an A.S. in Veterinary Technology. I have also done graduate-level course work in contemporary American poetry.

My Avocations

Words and language are my lifelong passion. Other interests include animal health, old house restoration, poetry, fiber arts, finance, cooking, and gardening (and Scrabble, but no actual humans will play it with me).

What I Do

My editing focuses on clear, correct, coherent writing. My goal is to make your ideas and words even better.

Every change I make has a rationale behind it – whether I am copyediting for grammar and consistency, line editing to tighten sentences and improve reader comprehension, or reorganizing and rewriting to make an author’s argument clearer and stronger.

I am always happy to review changes with clients to help them further develop their writing abilities.