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Hello! My name is Catherine, and I'm a literary enthusiast, writer, and teacher based in Hillsborough, NC. I graduated with a Bachelor's degree in English and a Master of Arts in Teaching from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. For the past ten years, I have enjoyed working with writers, artists, and commercial businesses to help them achieve their literary, artistic, or business/marketing vision through writing. My experience includes writing articles for web content and blogs. I've also worked extensively in publishing, from reviewing book proposals to editing full-length novels. My background and current work in the field of education gives me an edge on curating contemporary educational content. Please see my article, '5 surprising results of a self-paced classroom,' published by ISTE (International Society for Technology in Education) for a glimpse at my writing style and educational values.

With over 15 years of experience in the publishing industry and being a USA TODAY bestselling author, I have a comprehensive background in both traditional and self-publishing within the fiction genre. Having edited for Amazon bestselling authors and more, I'm eager to use that experience to enhance and elevate your writing. Genres I specialize in include Romance, Sci-fi, Fantasy, Christian, Mystery, Suspense, YA, Memoirs and more. With my experience as a technical writer, I welcome all nonfiction projects as well. Expect professional copy, line, and developmental editing with meticulous attention to detail from me. And rest assured, though I'm a stickler for perfection, my main goal is to support and encourage you every step of the way. Are you using AI in your writing? It's not something to be ashamed of. AI-generated text is becoming part of the modern writing process. The key is to make it sound human. That's where I come in! I'll help smooth out those robotic and repetitive phrases. I am the founder of WordTinkerer LLC, and as such, I'm committed to staying up-to-date with the latest in editing education, such as Ethics, Grammar, AI Content Writing, ChatGPT, Working with Writers, and more. My pricing is generally by word count, not hourly, so please don't hesitate to reach out to me with questions. "Maureen's positivity is infectious; it permeates her work and makes the editing process feel like a joyful journey rather than a daunting task." -- Upwork Client "Maureen was amazing to work with! Only person I will ever get to do my editing 100%" -- Upwork Client

💠 Line editing 💠 Copy editing 💠 Proofreading 💠 Most writers are afraid that their work contains mistakes or typos that will distract from their message. As an editor, I catch those mistakes and polish your writing so that you can share your content with confidence. A great message can get lost when it lacks clarity or contains errors. As a native US-English speaker, I can identify when something should be reworded for clarity and flow. I am a detail-oriented reader, which means that I can spot typos and grammar errors as well. Clients who work with me also get the benefit of an editor who has been a school librarian for over 15 years. My experience with children’s books, middle-grade books, and educational content is helpful for authors writing kid lit and curriculum. From first draft to final product, I can edit: ✔️Nonfiction books ✔️ Children's literature (picture books, middle-grade, YA) ✔️Graphic novels (comic books) ✔️ Curriculum and educational content ✔️ Presentation and webinar slide decks ✔️ Blogs and web content ✔️ AI video captions and transcripts ✔️ Content that has been translated into English or was written by a non-native English speaker My editing services include: ✅ spelling ✅ typos ✅ grammar ✅ formatting ✅ continuity ✅ flow ✅ syntax and word usage Invite me to apply to your job posting or contact me to schedule a discovery call.

I'm an all-around editor who's worked on romance, fantasy, non-fiction and other genres. I provide developmental service as well as copy and line editing. I can help you develop the tropes your readers will love, and I can help you fine-tune your voice to appeal to your target audience. If you can write it, I can fix it! My clients are happy with my quick turnaround times and my ability to enhance their manuscripts without sacrificing their original voice. From romance to mystery to how-to, I truly love polishing a book to be the best it can be.

Hello! I bet you're here because you need the right words to resonate with the right people. If so, you're on the right page. I have experience in all forms of creative writing, but my specialty is in children's books. I've written children's stories for businesses, education platforms, literacy publications, ESL programs, well-known published authors, and even a few celebrities. If it requires creativity and a story to spark emotion or even entertainment, I will not disappoint! I hold a bachelor's degree in English and an MBA in Business marketing, giving me the versatility to write effectively in any format while understanding business terminology and practices. With my background in business marketing, I have done: • business names • product names • slogans and taglines • website content (about us/me page, bio, mission and vision statement, brand values, brand narrative/story) • product descriptions • social media content • copywriting My experience in the military has enabled me to work well under pressure and meet deadlines without flaw and with full attention to detail. I am also loyal to the project presented to me by my clients, and I take all my work seriously. Message me now and let's discuss how I can help you!

I'm a published author who enjoys helping other writers with editing and beta reading. Writing in long or short form requires different types of editing depending on where you are in the development of your story. Not sure what you need? Let's discuss. In the meantime, here are services I provide: *Editorial Letter: Overview of submitted piece with broad suggestions - good for early structural, POV, character development, pacing, and plot changes. *Developmental Editing: Editorial Letter + comments and annotations throughout the document. This includes tracked changes and suggestions on word choice, grammar and punctuation, fact-checking, voice, plot consistencies, and other details. *Copy Editing: After a revision based on developmental editing, copy editing looks for misspellings, formatting issues, grammar and punctuation, character consistencies, and date/time/location accuracy. *Proofreading: Final review - quick read-through for typos, formatting issues, misspellings, and any other last minute details. I can also help with: *Book cover copy *Book synopses *Query Letters *Beta Reading - Book Report Personalized services available depending on your project needs and timeline. I do not use AI.