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Do you need an editor?

*Do you need help getting started on your book?
*Do you have a first draft completed and need some feedback before beginning revisions?
*Do you have a completed project that you’d like copyedited before sending it to agents?

I can help. With six years’ freelance editing experience, a BA in English from UCLA, and an MFA in Creative Writing from Mills College, I have the expertise to guide you through the process of transforming your manuscript from a fledgling idea to a polished manuscript.

I offer
Developmental Editing
Line editing
Copyediting
Proofreading

For
Novels
Memoirs
Nonfiction Books
Academic Texts

Testimonials

“Meghan’s editing skills are impeccable. She has an eagle eye for detail, and an expert’s knowledge of grammar, punctuation, and style. But more impressive than her copyediting skills is Meghan’s gift for language. Her suggestions greatly improved the flow and readability of my manuscript, and converted a pretty good book into a bestseller candidate. She did a magnificent job, and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking to get published. She is a pleasure to work with, and worth every penny.”
—Didier Perennez, author of Lunchtime Millionaire

“Meghan is a knowledgeable editor who gives thorough, insightful feedback. She gave me great suggestions for improving Rising Shadow and taught me a lot about fiction-writing conventions along the way, including story arc, character development, and voice, as well as other tips and tricks for ensuring that my book was as polished and professional as it could be. You need only look at her blog to see the depth and breadth of her experience and her commitment to the art of writing. I highly recommend her services.”
—Jacquelyn Wheeler, author of Rising Shadow and Merger

“Meghan’s editing skills transformed my book manuscript from a dense, academic treatise to a readable, even engaging document. She did this skillfully and professionally, never presumptuous but always correct in her editorial judgment. For example, when confronted with academic jargon she always asked for explanation before making editorial judgment and recommendation. Her editing helped me secure a contract with the top university press in my academic discipline and subfield.”
—Assistant Professor, Political Science

“Finding good editorial services for a limited run publication is difficult. The search can be further exacerbated when you are trying to find someone willing to tackle a technically focused book. Even if you find someone who is willing, they might only be able to offer editing and not too much more in the way of improving flow. After shopping a few chapters of my graduate thesis around to editors, I finally went with Meghan. She offered a great combination of raw editing skills coupled with a desire to understand the material in order to offer very actionable suggestions on flow. The end result was an excellent publication.”
—Graduate Student, PhD in Physics, Cambridge University

*Contact me at meghan (at) meghanward (dot) com for a free quote.

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