Need an extra set of eyes?
Sometimes editing our own work can be tedious. Our brains often don't see the errors. Let me help!
From one-pagers to full-length manuscripts
I am a detail-oriented editor who has assisted clients on master's thesis projects, short stories, manuscripts, cover letters, and more. Focusing on content and clarity, as well as grammar, spelling, punctuation, consistency and style, I will get your project perfectly polished.
With my background as an English teacher, librarian, and an adjunct professor, your writing project will leave the best impression on your audience.
Proofreading, developmental, and copy editing services for:
In your email, let me know the project, word count, budget and deadline. I'm happy to help you meet your editing and writing goals!
From one-pagers to full-length manuscripts
I am a detail-oriented editor who has assisted clients on master's thesis projects, short stories, manuscripts, cover letters, and more. Focusing on content and clarity, as well as grammar, spelling, punctuation, consistency and style, I will get your project perfectly polished.
With my background as an English teacher, librarian, and an adjunct professor, your writing project will leave the best impression on your audience.
Proofreading, developmental, and copy editing services for:
- short stories
- grant applications
- manuscripts (nonfiction and fiction)
- blog posts
- technical writing (how-to manuals, brochures, etc.)
- transcripts
- B2B and B2C
- and more-- just ask!
In your email, let me know the project, word count, budget and deadline. I'm happy to help you meet your editing and writing goals!
Qualifications and Experience
Work Experience
Writing Residencies, Conferences and Retreats
Education
Awards
Select Testimonials
Here's what people are saying! Comments submitted anonymously through surveys and formal evaluations. Please contact for references and letters of recommendation.
"I sought out Christina because of her strong work ethic to help me edit my [academic] book. Her edits were spot-on, and saved me from looking unprofessional."
"Christina is very gifted at seeing things that others don't. I'm so grateful for her, and trust her completely."
"The thought and care she took with my work was like no other!!"
"She takes her time going over rough drafts patiently and clearly guiding [students] through the writing process."
"Berke is extremely organized, emails back in a timely manner, and takes her time crafting up constructive feedback to give to her students regarding their assignments."
- 12+ years Credentialed English Teacher, Former Librarian, and current Adjunct Professor of English
- Managing Editor of Black Mountain Institute's award-winning literary magazine, Witness
- Summer Guest Writing Instructor, Merced Arts Council
- Guest Juror, Scholastic Alliance for Young Artists & Writers Art & Writing Awards
Writing Residencies, Conferences and Retreats
- Bread Loaf Writers Conference
- Kenyon Review Teachers Workshop
- Sewanee Writers’ Conference
- Southampton Writers’ Conference
- Martha’s Vineyard Institute of Creative Writing
- Mendocino Coast Writers’ Conference
- The Op-Ed Project
- National Writing Project Fellow
- Association of Writers & Writing Programs (AWP)
- Pacific Ancient and Modern Language Association (PAMLA)
Education
- Masters of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) in Creative Writing (Nonfiction)
- UCLA, Masters of Education (M.Ed.)
- UCLA Extension Writing Program
- Loyola Marymount University, credential program
- UC Berkeley, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
- Columbia University, Lucy Calkins Reading & Writing Institute Participant
- National Writing Project Fellow
Awards
- Teacher of the Month
- Abulafia Humanities Scholarship Recipient
- Clint Harper Teacher's Award Recipient
- Ventura County Retired Teachers Association Scholarship Recipient
- Delta Kappa Gamma Society for Women Educators Grant Recipient
Select Testimonials
Here's what people are saying! Comments submitted anonymously through surveys and formal evaluations. Please contact for references and letters of recommendation.
"I sought out Christina because of her strong work ethic to help me edit my [academic] book. Her edits were spot-on, and saved me from looking unprofessional."
"Christina is very gifted at seeing things that others don't. I'm so grateful for her, and trust her completely."
"The thought and care she took with my work was like no other!!"
"She takes her time going over rough drafts patiently and clearly guiding [students] through the writing process."
"Berke is extremely organized, emails back in a timely manner, and takes her time crafting up constructive feedback to give to her students regarding their assignments."
