Editing

I am a professional editor who specializes in indie publishing, especially in literary nonfiction, poetry, and metaphysical work. My work with authors and publishers has included (but is not limited to):

author consultations with writers, helping them find holes in their work and determine their next best steps in their project’s journey (be it further revision, agents, self-publication, or traditional publishing)
performing developmental, content, and copy edits in MLA, Chicago, AP, APA, and in-house styles, as well as fact-checking and proofreading manuscripts of all genres and sizes
sourcing endorsements, blurbs, and cover art; placing reviews; and organizing book tours
negotiating contracts and subsidiary rights
reading and evaluating submissions (everything from full-length poetry collections and academic nonfiction books to broadside prints and award nominations)
website optimization and SEO enhancement
and more!

I’d love to help you and your book(s) reach the heights we both know is possible. My rates are flexible for every budget. If you’re interested in working with me or learning more, don’t hesitate to reach out!

A Quick CV

Half Mystic, Managing Editor (2024 – present)

—, Journal Editor (2022 – 2024)

Sundress Publications, Editorial Board (2021 – present)

—, Editorial Intern (spring 2020)

—, Author Liaison (2020 – 2021)

Best of the Net Awards, Assistant Editor (2025 – 2026 season)

—, Nonfiction Reader (2022, 2024 seasons)

CLMP Firecracker Award, Nonfiction Reader (2022 – 2025 seasons)

Thin Air Magazine, Managing Editor (vol. 27, 2020 – 2021)

Innerbody Research, Senior Writer & Editor (2021 – 2023)

Editing and Publishing Experience

A few of my recent book editing projects that I am particularly proud of include:

Defying Shadows by Jessica Settergren
The Craft of Tubal Cain by Kenneth Johnson
Icelandic Folk Magic by Albert Bjorn

And a few of my favorite short-form resource guides I’ve written for clients include: