Below are some of my most recent projects. Please contact me if you would like to view my full resume.
Editor, coach, and book publishing consultant for Stop Trying to Lose Weight – You’re Making Yourself Fatter
(release date: March 2010)
- Coached author throughout the process of writing the book; held him accountable to deadlines,
and provided guidance for overcoming writer’s block, over-editing, and fear
- Helped author identify the market and unique selling proposition for his book and wrote book proposal
- Worked collaboratively with author to re-write sections of the book while maintaining his voice and brand
- Assembled focus group to collect feedback on the book and worked through feedback with the author
- Provided back cover text
- Handled all details related to self-publication – from selection of vendor to final proof of the book.
- Researched print on demand vendors to determine who could provide the author the most value
in terms of quality and profit
- Worked with print on demand provider to approve manuscript layout and cover concepts
- Edited final manuscript
Contributing Writer, Personal Injury Technology Guide: The 15 Technology Secrets of Successful Personal Injury Firms
(release date: October 2009)
- Researched how certain technologies and technology practices can increase personal injury
law firms’ efficiency and productivity
- Analyzed the voice and writing style of the main author of the document; used that analysis
to write seven sections of the document
- Served as editorial consultant, offering advice on the structure of the document, as well
as providing final edits before the document’s release
