Refining Structure, Revealing Voice.
Deep editorial guidance to clarify structure, strengthen narrative flow, and shape your work into a cohesive whole.
What I Do
I provide developmental editing and manuscript consultation for narrative-driven work, including novels, memoirs, nonfiction, and screenplays. My focus is on structure, voice, and clarity; helping bring the work into its clearest and most intentional form.
Who I Work With
I work with writers who have strong material but are seeking greater clarity in structure, direction, or execution. Often, the work is developed, but not yet fully shaped. This is where developmental editing becomes essential.
My Approach
Every project carries its own internal logic. My role is to identify and strengthen that structure; bringing greater coherence to the work while preserving the integrity of the author’s voice. I do not impose formulaic edits. I work closely with each writer to understand what the work is becoming, and help bring that forward with precision.
Experience
25+ years working with award-winning fiction and nonfiction authors
Edited novels, short fiction, memoir, and conceptual nonfiction across genres
Screenplays including award-winning and optioned work
How to Begin
If you are unsure where your work currently stands, a manuscript evaluation is the best place to begin.
Editorial Services
From initial evaluation to comprehensive editorial support, services are designed to strengthen structure, clarify story, and preserve voice.
Editorial Evaluation
A high-level assessment of your manuscript, screenplay or treatment with professional recommendations for revision and development.
Developmental Editing
In-depth analysis of structure, pacing, character, narrative progression and voice.
Comprehensive Editorial Service
A complete editorial process combining developmental guidance, revision, and final editorial review.
Finding the final voice of your work.
Thoughtful, in-depth editing to clarify structure, refine narrative flow, and bring your work to its finished form.
Begin a Thoughtful Collaboration
Share your vision, and together we will craft language that resonates.