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I am here for all your document needs! Editing, citation work, and information organization are my strengths. I can make forms fillable through Adobe Acrobat Pro. I can help you format documents or help you with data entry. I am also a skilled blog and letter writer. My other specialty is website testing and feedback. I have education and experience with site maps and indexes.

I help authors and graduate students transform thoughtful drafts into polished, publication-ready manuscripts. Whether you’re revising a memoir or finalizing a dissertation, I bring sharp editorial insight, responsive communication, and meticulous attention to detail. I’m efficient and committed to preserving your voice while reducing distractions and strengthening impact and clarity. 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬 & 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 ✅ B.A. in English Language & Literature ✅ M.Ed. in Learning Sciences & Human Development ✅ 2+ years proofreading at the University of Washington ✅ 13+ years in higher education (program management, instruction, advising, mentorship) ✅ Published poet in multiple literary magazines and anthologies ✅ Active member of the Editorial Freelancers Association and the Northwest Editors Guild 𝐄𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 ✔ Developmental Editing – Big-picture feedback on structure, pacing, character development, argument clarity, and content accuracy ✔ Line Editing – Sentence-level refinement to enhance voice, flow, clarity, and emotional resonance ✔ Copy Editing – Grammar and syntax corrections for consistency and technical accuracy using the Chicago Manual of Style ✔ Proofreading – Final polish before submission or publication ✔ APA 7 Citation & Formatting Support – Consistency of references and in-text citations in APA style for dissertations and thesis projects 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 I edit novels (romance, fantasy, thrillers, literary fiction, sci-fi, and historical fiction), memoirs, nonfiction, children’s lit, and poetry collections. Most of my book clients are indie authors pursuing self-publication. All edits are delivered in Microsoft Word using Track Changes. I have particular experience and interest in manuscripts addressing trauma, identity, healthcare, family systems, social issues, aging, grief, and life transitions. 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 Graduate students—if you’re nearing the finish line with your dissertation or thesis and need copyediting and APA 7 formatting to finalize your manuscript, I’d love to assist. I’ve supported dozens of doctoral students in getting their dissertations across the finish line successfully. I review citations, references, headings, tables, figures, block quotes, tables of contents, and other manuscript elements to ensure compliance with APA 7 and institutional formatting requirements. I also identify discrepancies between in-text citations and reference entries and work with you to standardize them. Using track changes in Word, I help you successfully submit a polished, committee-ready manuscript. I limit my dissertation client slots so that I can be responsive, focus on the requirements of your specific institution, and prioritize quick turnaround. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁? Send me a message! Every project begins with a review of your manuscript and goals. From there, I'll recommend an editing plan, timeline, and budget tailored to your needs. I look forward to learning more about your work and collaborating with you.

Fast-Turnaround Academic Editing and Writing Academic editing and writing for time-sensitive and extended projects, from early drafts to final submissions. Expedited turnaround available. Please include document length, scope, and deadline. I am an Academic Professor with thirty years of experience in writing academic papers, books, and other publications for academics and the general public. I serve as a reviewer and senior editor for international academic journals. I love writing, particularly the process of turning an idea into a polished writing piece. I have worked with several editors for my own writing projects including >100 peer-reviewed journal articles and three sole author books. I offer editorial work in my free time. I focus on structure, content, grammar, and effective communication. My editorial work covers a broad range of writing projects from academic papers to dissertations, general articles, and non-fiction books. I am new to this platform, this is why you will not see work history.

I'm a seasoned copy editor with more than a decade of experience and a passion for helping people communicate through clear and effective writing. My experience includes: - 5 years as a senior editor for a leading online editing firm, where I edited more than 13 million words' worth of documents for a diverse international clientele - 10+ years as a freelance editor - my own award-winning master's thesis and "beautifully written" doctoral dissertation - 8 academic publications, both solo and co-authored, in top-ranked peer-reviewed journals I hold a PhD in Applied Linguistics with a focus on second-language writing. My expertise spans academic content in the social sciences and education, nonfiction manuscripts, and business content such as whitepapers, business reports, slide decks, and other professional communications. I specialize in applying APA style (7th ed.) and Chicago style (18th ed.). Writing is challenging, and that’s why I bring empathy and a supportive approach to every editing project. My goal is to understand your needs and goals as a writer, then offer edits and constructive feedback to help you connect with your audience and communicate your message effectively. I specialize in working with multilingual writers and people with dyslexia. If you’ve ever feared that your writing could hold you back or make you look less capable than you are, I understand and I can help. I look forward to connecting and learning more about your editing needs! Testimonials from my previous clients: “A few words to describe Nina: thorough, precise, patient, communicative, on-time, kind, fair, a life saver. Of particular note is Nina’s range of what she can offer—whether it is correcting my myriad spelling errors, righting upside-down grammar or mapping an entire novel for continuity errors, Nina seems able to handle whatever I throw at her. Honestly, handing Nina a huge mess and getting back a clean, streamlined draft is one of life’s small miracles. As a writer, I have no idea how I would function without her.” Fiction Writer San Francisco, United States “Precise, professional, and thoughtful, Nina’s editing work outperforms other editing services I have used over the years. Her ability to respect my voice and intention is exceptional. I highly recommend Nina.” Professor of Language & Literacy Education Vancouver, Canada “I have been working with Nina for several years. She was exceptionally helpful with editing my book and several academic journal articles. The level of detail in her edits and the thoughtful, informative comments that she provides are unmatched. Nothing escapes her critical eye—from small typos and APA style violations, to unclear arguments or imprecise word choice. I am particularly impressed with how versed she is in the jargon, writing style and major concepts across various disciplines. This allows her to make very astute suggestions that I did not expect someone outside of my field to be able to make. I know that running anything by her before submitting it for publication will take it to the next level.” Associate Professor of Communication at Chapman University Orange County, United States “Nina is extremely meticulous, rigorous, and professional, offering detailed comments and clear suggestions. Beyond proofreading, she has also explained how particular conventions and linguistic rules apply to my writing, thereby helping me to further improve my writing beyond the reviewed text. Our collaboration began 8 years ago during my dissertation writing, and since then, I have continued to rely on her expertise. We have exchanged various academic and professional documents, including CVs, cover letters, conference proposals, and research papers. Despite the era of generative AI, I will continue to work with her as she elevates my writing, simultaneously helping me to maintain my academic voice and style. She remains a trusted friend and colleague whom I greatly value working with. Thank you, Nina, for your invaluable contributions!” Academic Researcher and Instructor Winnipeg, Canada

As an editor for 10+ years, I've copyedited full-length manuscripts, cover letters, blogs, articles, and research papers, and more. My expertise is in providing valuable feedback and edits on written work with a sharp eye for proofreading and catching errors. My experience also includes teaching and tutoring English at the college level. I am quite tech & social media savvy with experience in online publishing and formatting styles.

Developmental editing • Copyediting • AI editing • Academic, business, and book editing • Proofreading • Formatting AI is a great tool, and it's not enough for important projects. Whether you employ AI or not, I'll bring a quality human touch to your project. • You need someone with editing skills and ethics you can depend on to polish documents that are important to you. • You need a professional who communicates promptly and clearly and honors deadlines; who doesn't think she knows everything, but wants to learn; and who is supportive, enthusiastic, and fun to work with. • You need a new set of eyes on the material you've labored over to make sure your audience easily absorbs your message. I have years of editing expertise, Master's-level education, and tons of client feedback you can read right here that illustrates my skills and reliability. I'm a native English speaker and have sustained a Top-Rated-Plus status on Upwork for over 10 years. I work with established writers, first-time authors, and non-native-English-speakers writers, and enjoy supporting them all. Whether you need simple proofreading, copy editing, formatting, and/or developmental editing, I treat your documents with the thorough care I give my own. I take the time to understand and produce exactly what you need in your unique voice. That means I listen to what you want the material to do for the reader and what you want me to do for you. “Wow! Mary Beth has been an absolute pleasure to work with. She is marvelous at communication and turned my edit around in virtually no time, but still with an amazing depth of critique, comments, and suggestions. She was happy to cooperate with my requests and to answer all my questions. A real star!” –Upwork client