
I am a freelance writer, editor, and independent scholar with a broad base of experience and over twenty years of working with writers in academic and non-academic settings. After retiring from teaching and faculty mentoring in 2017, I turned my attention toward individual consultations with writers and work within magazine publishing, specifically with Physician Family and Strategies. I value my time with both of those publications.
As an editor, I work with writers through all stages of the process, from brainstorming and development once an article is assigned to a writer, through the revision stages, copyediting, and proofreading. My goals are to help writers communicate their experience and expertise in an authentic way while also adhering to the style and focus of the publication. Often, a piece of writing has to be edited to fit within a specific space due to our publishing limits and layout. My managing editor not only relies on me to edit the length down without losing the meaning, but also to ensure the copy is clean and follows house style.
Academic Experience:
I am a member of The National Coalition of Independent Scholars. In addition to my position as Program Director of Interdisciplinary Studies for Baker College Online (retired 2017), I have a wide array of teaching experiences, both online and in face-to-face courses at Auburn University, University of Southern Mississippi, and The University of Central Arkansas. A full listing of courses I’ve taught and designed is available upon request.
Education:
Editing Certificate (Developmental Editing Track)
Graham School, University of Chicago, June 2024
Ph.D.
English (Specialization: American Literature), University of Southern Mississippi, 2001
M.A.
English, University of Central Arkansas, 1994
B.A.
English with Minor in Interdisciplinary Studies, University of Central Arkansas, 1992
Interested in working with me? Check out my Services page.
I am a member of The National Coalition of Independent Scholars. In addition to my position as Program Director of Interdisciplinary Studies for Baker College Online (retired 2017), I have a wide array of teaching experiences, both online and in face-to-face courses at Auburn University, University of Southern Mississippi, and The University of Central Arkansas. A full listing of courses I’ve taught and designed is available upon request.
Education:
Editing Certificate (Developmental Editing Track)
Graham School, University of Chicago, June 2024
Ph.D.
English (Specialization: American Literature), University of Southern Mississippi, 2001
M.A.
English, University of Central Arkansas, 1994
B.A.
English with Minor in Interdisciplinary Studies, University of Central Arkansas, 1992
Interested in working with me? Check out my Services page.