I was often the unofficial in-house editor at all my jobs after that, as well as for friends and family members, but I have official qualifications too!
Bachelor’s Degree
In 2010, I graduated cum laude from Sonoma State University with a BA in English and a concentration in creative writing, having made the dean’s list several times.
Certificate
In 2020, I received a certificate from an intensive Proofreading Course that required a minimum of 90 percent to pass the final exam (you can find my name listed in the public Proofread Anywhere Graduate Directory).
Additional Courses, Webinars, Trainings, & More
I have taken countless webinars and online courses through the Editorial Freelancers Association (of which I am a Proud Member), Reedsy, and other editing-, writing-, and publishing-related sources to enhance, sharpen, and expand my knowledge and skills.
Note: The following is just a sampling of the various trainings I have taken, as listing them all would be a lengthy and continuous process.
The Editorial Freelancers Association
- The Art of Feedback
- Authenticity Reading: What It Is and Why Editors Should Care
- Creating, Leading, and Benefiting from Writing Communities
- Developmental Editing of Fiction: Strategies for Stepping Back to See the Big Picture
- Editorial Letters for Every Editor
- Guiding Your Clients to Successfully Self-Publish
- How to Find an Agent
- Introduction to Line Editing
- Romance for Editors: Working with Archetypes, Tropes, and Genre Conventions
Books
- Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott
- On Writing by Stephen King
- Chicago Manual of Style by the University of Chicago Press Editorial Staff
Reedsy
- Common Mistakes in Writing Dialogue and How to Avoid Them
- Crafting a Novel Opening
- How to Write Better Book Descriptions
- Pacing: How to Write an Addictive Page-Turner
- What Makes the Perfect Romance?
- How to Write Romance that Stands Out
Khan Academy
- Grammar course
And More!
I’m also an active listener of The Editing Podcast and always keep my eyes peeled for another webinar, course, book, or other resource to enhance my knowledge and keep my skills sharp!