I've been editing full-time since 2021. (Taking the leap and quitting my 9-to-5 was the best decision I ever made!)
I earned my Certificate in Editing from the American Copy Editors Society in 2021, and completed the Intermediate Certificate in Editing in 2026, among several other courses and trainings. I've worked with authors on a whole host of genres, from self-published WLW ro-mystery fiction and cowboy romance to publishing-house nonfiction and self-help guides.
I know how much trust it takes to hand your writing to someone else, and I don’t take that lightly. Communication is a big deal to me, so I take the time to do free sample edits and chat with you to understand your story, vision, and goals to make sure we’re on the same page.
Get to Know Me
Hi! I’m Sarah—bookworm, California girl, recovering perfectionist. I LOVE to read and geek out about characters, story arcs, and grammar, so this truly is my dream job! I offer copy editing and proofreading services for fiction authors (but I've been known to edit nonfiction here and there!).
One of my favorite things about editing for indie authors is reading and editing all kinds of stories, though I have a special soft spot for romance and mystery.
When I’m not editing, you’ll probably find me reading (obviously!), walking my dog Patti (pictured right), keeping up with NBA basketball (Go Nuggets!), or experimenting with just how many ways I can combine pasta and cheese before it stops being incredible. (It hasn’t so far.)
The editor (above) and her editorial assistant, Patti (below)
“Excellent and friendly communication, speedy smooth work, easy-going to work with, accurate and awesome. Recommending Sarah to all my other book author clients who need a proofreader!”
— Astrid Mueller, author of Permission to Sparkle
Professionally Trained Copy Editor
Certificates and Training (click to enlarge)
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★ Fiction copy editing:
Club Ed: Beginning Copyediting for Fiction
Louise Harnby: Switching to Fiction (copy/line editing)
★ General copy editing:
Certificate in Editing from the American Copy Editors Society
Intermediate Certificate in Editing from the American Copy Editors Society
★ Professional memberships:
Bay Area Editors' Forum
Club Ed
Editors Tea Club
★ Top Rated on Upwork, with a 100% Job Success Score for 5 years
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