“I know that without Summer's writing expertise, intuitive sensitivity and ability to prod, encourage and continually kick-start me, I’d never have managed to get it done!”
-Sharon Birkman, Creatures of Contact
Photo by Erin Brown
I have had the good fortune of spending my entire career around words-
from teaching writing at the college level, to acting as managing editor of several magazines;
from technical writing for international corporations, to creative writing for theatre and print publications;
and from coaching and editing memoirs and nonfiction, to ghostwriting more than a dozen books.
Now I specialize in ghostwriting, editing, and book coaching for nonfiction authors.
I can turn that ruminating idea for a book into a completed manuscript. Through regular conversation, we will explore your message in an intentional way (no worries, I’ll take care of the organizing and adhering to a detailed outline) so that your process is efficient and your message is authentic.
Ghostwriting
Editing
Nothing replaces having an outside perspective on your project. Though there are tools to force objectivity, the reality is you can’t not be you! I specialize in developmental and line edits that will give your work an intentional, deliberate outside perspective that will make your message clear, concise, and effective.
Coaching
Having a coach during the developmental process can save you years of work. Through weekly coaching, I will offer a clear plan of action, evaluate your work, and offer extensive feedback that keeps your book—and you—on track.