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I'm Karen, seeking to address your writing needs promptly and professionally in my independent word shop. Throughout years of teaching I found myself frequently completing ad hoc jobs of editing, proofreading, and writing. As I improved written works through careful scrutiny, I transitioned into working as an editor, combining my experience as an instructor and my instinct for polishing the tiny bits in writing. After seeking specialized training in proofreading and copyediting, I made the switch to editing for my career. I routinely complete professional training in editing to hone my knowledge and my eagle eye for errors.
credentials and experience
I have a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education with a concentration in English (Wheaton College, IL).
I am a member of the Editorial Freelancers Association (EFA; www.the-efa.org) and the Professional Editors Network (PEN; pensite.org).
I have successfully completed the following courses:
Word Macros A to Z (EFA)
Editing Children's Picture Books (EFA)
Developmental Editing of Fiction, Beginning (EFA)
General Proofreading: Theory and Practice (Proofread Anywhere)
I have experience proofreading and copyediting book manuscripts for publishing houses, and curriculum and teacher manuals for grades K–8. I am proficient in Chicago Manual of Style 18th Edition and follow individual and house style guides meticulously.
I have experience working one-on-one with Indie authors, professors, and university and high school students, including students for whom English is a secondary language. I have experience proofreading successful funding proposals and dissertations.
I have writing experience that includes a ghostwritten memoir and various ghostwritten online articles and biographical sketches.
Customers
I serve clients who have a written message to convey, whether in print or online. I particularly enjoy working with authors and publishers. One of the personal benefits of editing work is the enrichment I gain through learning about a variety of subjects from a variety of clients.
Some of my clients include InterVarsity Press, Collaborative Classroom, and Teacher Created Materials, as well as students and faculty of Michigan State University and Virginia Tech.
Values
I value your words conveyed accurately and succinctly to your audience. I value honesty and integrity in my work and yours, and I value collaboration as we work together on your final product.
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