Services

Each client has unique needs. I tailor my approach to fit what works best for them, but I find that most writers need help achieving clarity, euphony, and power.

Services

  • Book development
  • M.A. or Ph.D. completion
  • Admission essays
  • Fellowship proposals
  • Cover letters
  • Interview preparation
  • Conference presentations
  • Academic job talks
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Clarity

You might know exactly what you want to say, but you won’t persuade your readers if they can’t grasp your point. A key to good writing is clarity. I will help you make your meaning crystal clear to all.

Euphony

A text should sound good. The words we choose, the sentences we craft, the paragraphs we create, and the concepts we convey, all must interact as in a symphony. We will harmonize your words with your ideas. For an example of my own writing style, see the Introduction to Blunder

Power

When your words persuade, you have power. Whether you want to land a dream job, win admission to a top university, or write a thoughtful book, your words must convince. But power also comes from structure. The way that ideas are arranged can mean the difference between a muddled, confusing text and crisp, persuasive prose. I will help you to structure your writing to maximize its effect.

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What to expect

We will work together by phone.

I will talk with you about your text and probe you for your underlying ideas. Once we find your core message, we build out from there.

What I charge

My hourly rate is on the high side, but I am happy to negotiate a lower fee for those in need.

Once we decide that we would be a good fit, we will determine a mutually acceptable rate.

If you send me a text to read, such as a book chapter or an admission essay, I will give you an estimate of how long it will take me to work on it. If you approve, I will begin. Our time on the phone will be billed at the hourly rate, prorated at 15-minute segments.

How I accept clients

  1. Email me with a succinct description of who you are and what you need.
  2. We will schedule a roughly 15-minute phone conversation, free of charge, to determine whether I am able to assist.