Good reading becomes possible when you need not
consciously think about eyes, or light, or print, or spelling.— C.S. Lewis

I am a freelance copy editor in Oregon with 17+ years of experience copyediting books and other documents. I can work on reports, Web pages, scientific papers, articles, brochures, instruction manuals, flyers, newsletters, books, textbooks, memoirs, menus, event programs, advertisements, presentations, ethical wills, theses, essays, legal transcripts... you name it! Let me help you keep mistakes of any size, no matter how small, from interfering with your message!

These are the services I can provide:

• Copyediting: Reviewing written material to make sure that it's clear and consistent. Checking the basics: spelling, punctuation, grammar, heading structure, formatting. Paying attention to usage and tone, preserving the author's voice while correcting anything that might interfere with the author's message. Making sure that the document conforms in style and format to the publisher's guidelines and standard style manuals. Checking or questioning facts that seem doubtful, through Internet or other research. Reviewing notes and reference lists or bibliographies for correct format.

• Proofreading: Checking documents one last time before publication for errors in spelling, punctuation, capitalization, paragraphing, and hyphenation. Watching for appropriate use of fonts for each element, and checking the sequence of page numbers and headings, and the placement of illustrations and tables. Keeping an eye out for dropped or missing text and checking cross-references.

• Legal Proofreading: Proofreading of hearing and deposition transcripts. Accurate and reliable proofing of transcripts for court reporters.

• Custom Templates and Macros for Microsoft Word: Automating your most frequently used commands in Microsoft Word for Windows, using Visual Basic for Applications. Setting up customized styles or templates to improve the appearance of your documents. Showing you how to create basic macros appropriate for your situation.

• Technical Support for Microsoft Word: Help for clients and associates who run into problems making Microsoft Word do what they want it to.

• Proofreading/Consulting for Online Auction Listings: Proofreading listings for online auctions, such as eBay, which need to be clear and concise. Also advising on best eBay listing techniques, or showing you how to research the best price and presentation for your items.