With 10 years experience as edit and proof for creative and periodical writing, I am a writer who has proven herself in the writing field by achieving runner—up and honorable mentions in several short story and essay competitions.My expertise lies in editing and proofing without changing the intent or the ‘voice’ of the original author. With organized, detailed communication, I can bring your project to the forefront with edits that please you, but will also get the attention of your proposed agent, publisher, client or audience.My recent endeavor was to proof and edit a 150 page chapbook of short stories for placement in a prestigious publication (Ohio State Press). The results are still out on the winning chapbooks. My client was surprised and pleased with the suggestions made by me to his content, and it was a compatible, comfortable give and take collaboration. I expect that his manuscript will be on the short list.I have written, proofed and edited for local smal