I am a freelance editor and proofreader with a broad and diverse background. I have edited academic papers in the humanities, social sciences, and engineering (Chicago, AP styles), novels, and self-published books on religion, business, and travel. I can help you make your writing more direct, clear, and purposeful by eliminating grammatical errors and improving logic, flow, pace, and tone. The goal is always to make readers happy by ensuring that you are hitting your best stride, preserving your own unique voice, and communicating as clearly and effectively as possible. <br /><br />I have a degree in Philosophy from University of California, Santa Barbara, a Poynter ACES Certificate in Editing and Proofreading, a technical degree in timber yacht construction from the Northwest School of Wooden Boat Building, and also speak Spanish. While I do not consider myself a translator, I can help non-native English speakers who are having trouble with writing assignments as well as those considering technical articles or books on timber construction, sailing vessels, and other related fields. I am also an experienced offshore sailor and have a technical understanding of yacht systems, ocean passage making, and world cruising and travel and would bring a specific editing expertise to anyone working on a project in any of these areas. <br /><br />I look forward to considering your project.