Editorial Services

I work both with independent authors and traditional publishers to help writers strengthen their manuscripts, identifying big-picture issues (plot, pacing, character development, point of view, central conflict, etc.) and suggesting revisions to take into the next draft.

I hold a certificate in developmental editing of fiction and volunteer with Typehouse Literary Magazine and the Independent Publishers of New England book awards.

Genres: Literary, Fantasy, Speculative, Mystery, Children’s Fiction, Young Adult Fiction, Romance, Memoir

“As a first-time novelist, I needed all the help I could get. Karin identified specific areas that could be elevated, from dialogue and character depth to clarifying and improving continuity around plot points. Perhaps most importantly, she noted where I had the opportunity to “show” rather than tell to better draw readers into the story. In other words, Karin is a compassionate, communicative editor — she helped me become a better writer.” - Gene Mineo, Buzzy’s Tune

I currently offer two options for authors:

Manuscript Evaluation

This service includes the reading of the manuscript and providing a high-level editorial letter with my general impressions and suggestions for revision.

Synopsis and word count required.

Full Developmental Edit

This service includes the reading of the manuscript, making marginal comments to guide you in revision, and providing an editorial letter summarizing my analysis of the manuscript’s strengths and suggestions for revision.

Sample chapter and word count required.

*Rates upon request

I have a master’s degree from Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism and have worked both in-house and as a contributing writer and editor, with bylines in more than a dozen publications.

Today, my writing often focuses on mental health, social impact, and telling people’s stories through profiles and narrative nonfiction.

"Her observational skills, memory for detail, and ability to weave it all together into a coherent narrative are quite stunning. Her writing gracefully communicates complex research ideas in a manner that fleshes out the central ideas and relevancy using genuinely accessible language, without compromising accuracy."

Roger Allen, PhD, PT, professor emeritus at University of Puget Sound

I have more than a decade of experience in custom editorial, including managing several publications and serving as lead writer for a global education organization.

I support mission-driven individuals and organizations like Indeed, Environmental Defense Fund, Goodwill, and Brooks in telling their stories, with expertise in editorial production and executive-level communications and strategy, including thought leadership and ghostwriting.

Contact me for details on ghostwriting and coauthoring services.

“Karin’s editorial direction reflects an evolved tone that’s more straightforward, transparent, and defensible, which is critical.” - ESG report project manager, Brooks Running

This service goes beyond developmental editing into actually implementing revisions after issues in a manuscript have been identified. I work both with fiction and nonfiction authors, and accept a limited number of manuscripts per year.

Genres

Fiction: Literary, Fantasy, Speculative, Mystery (including Children’s and Young Adult)

Nonfiction: Memoir, Biography, Autobiography, Cookbooks, Mental Health, Interior Design/Architecture, Travel, Thought Leadership

*Rates upon request