I POLISH. YOU SHINE.
Ann Kellett, Ph.D.
I help individuals and organizations around the world craft polished nonfiction and fiction narratives of all kinds through the following editing services:
- structural editing (to ensure everything is included and in the right place),
- line editing (for tone, style, and consistency), and
- copyediting (for grammar, spelling, syntax, and so on).
I especially enjoy working with people whose first language is other than English.
I also offer 30-minute, one-on-one coaching sessions .
services
for individuals and organizations
Writing is hard! Even the best writers rely on professional editors to spot issues that need attention and to make the workflow process more efficient and effective.
As a writer and editor with more than 30 years of full-time, award-winning experience, I can help you with the following and more:
- grant funding proposals and other proposals,
- book and journal article manuscripts (although I typically do not offer formatting services),
- annual reports and other special reports,
- magazines and other publications,
- award nominations,
- personal statements and other documentation for job applications and promotions, and
- web content.
- ANN'S TOP 5 TIPS FOR
Editing Your Own work
#1 Take a Break
Set your work aside for a few days or weeks so your next review will be with "fresh eyes."#2 Be Real
Be clear. In most cases, simple words and phrases are best. Show emotion. Let the reader see the human experience behind your narrative. Be precise. Use measurable, objective facts as much as possible.#3 Be Careful
Re-read your draft to catch problems with spelling, grammar, punctuation, and so on. Then read it again to make sure it says what you intended.#4 Be Different
Change the size, font, and color of your text and review a hard copy to see your work in a new way. Also, read it out loud and/or read each sentence from the last word to the first.#5 Be Concise
Rewrite "be" verbs: is, am. are, was, were, be. being, and been. Also, review each adjective to make sure it's the best way to communicate your meaning.- WANT TO TALK FIRST?
30 Minutes for Just $50
why ann?
fast turnaround
Most shorter projects take just a few days. We can take as much or as little time as you need.
simple process
The process is streamlined for your convenience and usually takes just a few days.
decades of experience
I have more than 30 years of full-time, award-winning experience as a writer and editor helping people polish their writing. I love my job!
your story, well told
I can't guarantee that you'll achieve your goal, but you can be sure that you will showcase the best possible you.