Hire the Best Developmental Editors in Indiana

I came to editing after many years of teaching university courses in literature, researched writing, and creative writing; it's a background that enriches my editing process with a love of all kinds of writing; a deep understanding of grammar, sentence sound, and syntax; and a penchant for suggesting constructive revisions on client texts. In the past 15 years, I've worked on a wide variety of projects--everything from nonfiction, memoirs, and self-improvement books, to academic books/articles and dissertations, to digital content for a healthcare website. (Most of my work has been outside the Upwork platform.) My editorial focus is on clarity, meticulous grammar, fluent syntax, coherent structure and formatting, precise word choice, resonant sentences, and accuracy in content. With a Ph.D. in English, my related experience includes teaching university courses in research/expository writing, creative writing, and literature for over a decade, as well as copyediting for two Midwest daily newspapers. I have a deep familiarity with Chicago Manual of Style, as well as with APA and MLA styles. I am proficient in editing in Microsoft Word (track changes), Adobe Acrobat, and Google Docs. EDUCATION ⁓Ph.D. in English, State University of New York at Binghamton, Binghamton, NY ⁓M.A. in English, Indiana University; Bloomington, IN ⁓B.A. in English, Indiana University; Bloomington, IN ⁓Ongoing professional development courses in copyediting, developmental editing, fiction/poetry (and literary) editing -- Editorial Freelancers Association RECENT EDITING WORK includes: • Nonfiction Books: --God Who? A spiritual memoir (available via Barnes and Noble and Amazon) --Integral Relationship Practice--A manual for singles, couples, helping professionals and group facilitators (available on Amazon) --Anorexia: My Story and the Science Behind It--a memoir (available on Amazon) --Endometriosis: It’s Not in your Head (a memoir of living with an invisible illness) --manifestHERdaily, a spiritual guide/journal for women • Weekly articles and chapters for Oxford Research Encyclopedia • Academic articles published in Theoretical Criminology; Journal of Engineering Education; Science, Technology, and Human Values; Feminist Media Studies; and ROMChip--Journal of Game Histories. • Academic Books: --Contested Buddhism; --Convergent Media and Privacy (in Palgrave Global Media Policy and Business series --Global University Rankings and the Mediatization of Higher Education (in Palgrave Studies in Higher Education series) --Water Security, Justice, and the Politics of Water Rights in Peru and Bolivia (in Palgrave’s Environment, Politics and Social Change series). • Dissertations --Designing Justice: Sexual Violence, Technology, and Citizen-Activism --The Core/Care Model: A Pilot Study of a Novel Intervention to Treat Dysregulated Affect in Young Children • Web Content: --Website content for healthcare industry company (ongoing); --App content to accompany spiritual guide/journal (ManifestHERdaily) RECENT TEACHING EXPERIENCE Courses in researched writing, creative writing, and literature at Purdue University at Fort Wayne, IN

• I work with small presses and indie authors in all stages of book development, including developmental editing, line editing, proofreading, beta reading, and marketing (such as writing back cover text, taglines, and assigning search keywords and categories). • Experienced in all genres, particularly romance and mystery/thriller. • I collaborate with you—we have conversations instead of me just making edits on the fly. I want to have a clear idea of your vision because I’m here to help amplify your voice, not change it.

Have you written a novel or short story and are unsure if the story is complete? What about your characters--are they fully developed? Will your conflicts keep the tension high and keep your readers turning pages? If you're not sure, let's talk about a developmental edit. Have you written a nonfiction book or article but are unsure if the whole thing makes sense from start to finish? Are your ideas fully fleshed out, or are there gaps that your readers may fall into? Let's talk about your content and your organization. Have you written something--book-length or not, fiction or nonfiction--and you're confident about the big-picture elements but you're not sure if your writing style is strong enough for publication yet? Do you think your work could use some help at the sentence and paragraph level? Let's talk about a line edit. Are you "this close" to publication but you want another set of eyes on your work, just to ensure there are no typos, grammar mistakes, or missing words? Let's talk about proofreading. Since 2011, I've been helping my clients polish their writing, and I'd love to talk to you about yours. Prior to freelancing, I taught high school and middle school English and spent many years as a newspaper reporter and editor. I've got the experience and the education to help you. I know grammar rules backwards and forwards, as well as both the Chicago Manual of Style and AP style, and I have no problem meeting deadlines. Your manuscript, paper, article, or email will shine when I'm finished with it. I welcome your questions and am looking forward to learning more about your project!

A Range of Services at Competitive Prices My name is Katie Yee, and I’m a professional freelance book editor. I'm glad you've found your way to my little corner of the editing world. You will find me encouraging, easy to work with, reliable, and trustworthy. I have worked with authors from many backgrounds on a variety of projects, but I especially love the opportunity to work with Christian authors on faith-based projects. My first step is getting to know an author and their unique inspiration for writing. Then I join with them to make their writing clear and compelling. My projects have varied in size from 300 to 170,000 words. Whether I’m working with experienced, best-selling authors or first-time authors, I love helping people get their manuscript just right before sending it out into the world. I am a proud member of The Christian PEN: Proofreaders and Editors Network and the Christian Editor Connection. I provide a full range of professional editing services and can help you determine the next step for your manuscript. Honoring your vision and unique voice is always my priority. I am flexible and can adapt my editing to your specific needs and budget. Are you: • a novelist looking to make sure your plot is sound and your characters are fully developed? • a first-time writer unsure about the next step for your manuscript? • writing an opinion piece for your local newspaper? • a blogger? • finally starting that memoir your kids have always urged you to write? • finding that your website verbiage needs a once-over? • working on a book or e-book with a message you know will impact others? I would love to work with you! Katie Yee Blue Jay Editing Services Editing rates are an estimate and will be finalized after a brief complimentary review of your manuscript: - Developmental Editing Service (analyzing the overall organization, strength, and effectiveness; examining the "bones" of the book) - Line Editing / Heavy Copyediting Service (focusing at the paragraph and sentence level on clarity and flow) - Proofreading / Light Copyediting Service (combing through a highly developed text correcting errors of grammar, spelling, syntax, etc.) - Mini Developmental Editing Service (reading a manuscript and writing a letter with general observations and suggestions for how to proceed)

I am a native US English speaker with 7 years of professional editing experience and a master's degree in folklore studies. I work with writers, academics, and professionals to produce polished, publication-ready content across a range of genres and formats. My editing background spans copy and line editing, proofreading, and developmental feedback. Past clients include native and non-native English speakers working on manuscripts, dissertations, and marketing materials. I am familiar with Chicago, MLA, and APA styles and currently work as a Writing Expert with Grammarly, where I apply my editorial expertise to evaluate writing quality and style standards. As a folklorist with graduate-level training in oral narratives and genre theory, I bring a deep understanding of storytelling to beta reading. If your project involves speculative fiction, mythology, fairy tale retellings, or any narrative rooted in folk tradition, I can offer feedback that goes beyond surface-level editing. I am detail-oriented, deadline-driven, easy to work with, and passionate about improving communication in all its forms! Whatever your project, I'll give your work the careful attention it deserves.

Everyone has a story to tell, but turning thoughts into something real on the page can be overwhelming. That’s where I come in, with ears to hear what’s unspoken, eyes to notice the details, and a heart to help you shape it all into something meaningful. I help people with stories, whether you’re young and burning to speak something true, or holding a lifetime of wisdom you want to pass on. Memoirs, letters to loved ones, the moments that made you—I help bring your story to life, in your voice and on your terms. —As a ghostwriter, I listen deeply and write with empathy so your words feel honest and fully you. —As a copy editor and proofreader, I bring sharp eyes and serious care to every line—whether it’s a full manuscript, a website, an academic paper, or even that “quick note” you want to say just right. Whether you’re starting from scratch or fine-tuning the final version, I’ll walk with you through every step... or the whole journey. Your words matter. Your story matters. Let’s make sure they land the way they deserve to.