Hey, I’m Hannah!

I love words.*

*And I’m available for developmental editing, line editing, and ghostwriting!

  • 3+ Years of Professional Editing Experience

  • Certificate in Editing from the University of Washington

  • Worked with over 45 Clients

My Bio:

Short and sweet.

After studying Creative Writing at Northwestern University and VCU, I got a Certificate in Editing from the University of Washington. I now enjoy editing remotely at local coffee shops, reading late into the night, and working on my writing projects.

(You can also find me podcasting, going to theater or comedy shows, acting, or cozying up in front of the TV for some good ol’ Netflix)

My Approach

Collaborative

I believe editing is a collaborative artistic endeavor. Through my work, I aim to elevate and enhance your voice, not change it.

Encouraging

I think we learn just as much (if not more) by leaning into our strengths, rather than being critical of our weaknesses.

Fun!

I won’t force fun on anyone, but if we have Zoom sessions together, I’m down to laugh, be silly, and celebrate wins with you! (And get work done too, of course!)

No matter where you are in the process (1st draft, 1203094th draft), I’ll help bring your storytelling, structure, characters, and writing craft to the next level.

Services

Developmental Editing

You’ve finished your draft, but you want it polished. I’ll edit your work to help it pack the biggest punch.

Line Editing

Have a story you want to tell, but want a writer to do the heavy lifting? Let’s discuss how to bring your book to life!

Ghostwriting

Sample of editing work

(more books on their way!)

What clients are saying.

  • “Thank you for all of the joy you brought into my life through the writing and editing process. One of the first things you said to me was, ‘Don’t look at the red comments as if I’m grading you and it is wrong. These are me asking more questions to make sure you get the story across that you want.’ Thank you for fist-pumping the air every time our Zoom calls started, and thank you for answering my emails when my own inner gremlin reared its head.”

    Dr. Jessica Metcalfe, author of Speak Kindly, You’re Listening

  • “I’m so happy that we had a chance to talk about the big picture [of] my book. You are a great listener and contributor and I appreciate both talents. I’m clearer on development now, thanks to our conversation.”

    Donald

  • “As a fairly new writer, I particularly appreciated Hannah's style of editing. When she returned a chapter with markups, it wasn't all red ink. Whew! Instead, I found a combination of suggestions, notes to clarify, and delightful exclamations about some of the things she was learning about my subject. I found myself—on days when writing wasn't flowing—going to prior chapters that we had worked through just to read her encouraging comments. It helped me over the obstacles. Thank you, Hannah, for your wise guidance and encouragement!”

    Kelly Lutman, author of Thriving Through Cancer

  • "From the beginning, Hannah was kind, positive, and encouraging. Her feedback was so insightful and presented in a way that made me eager to make improvements, rather than feeling like a failure. I especially loved her insights as someone who doesn't work in my industry and the parts she found interesting, confusing, or in need of further development. Without a doubt, my book is a hundred times better than it would have been without Hannah."

    Esther Avant, author of To Your Health

Get in Touch!

Schedule a free 1:1 intro session, ask me questions about my services, or just say hey!