Strong writing deserves careful editing.
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Whether you’re submitting a dissertation, publishing a research-based book, or preparing a romance novel for release, your manuscript should reflect the same level of care you invested in creating it.
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I provide professional copy editing that strengthens clarity, ensures consistency, and removes errors—without rewriting your voice.
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Editing is not rewriting. It is refinement.
Why Work With Me
FOR ACADEMIC & NONFICTION
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Precision matters.
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I work with scholars, graduate students, and professional organizations to refine:
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Dissertations and theses
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Journal articles
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Research-based nonfiction
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Policy and standards documents
Every project receives detailed attention to grammar, citation consistency, and formatting alignment.
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FOR FICTION AUTHORS
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Fiction demands clarity without sacrificing voice.
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I work with fiction authors across genres, with a growing focus on romance, to provide careful copy editing and enhanced sentence-level refinement.
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My role is to strengthen readability, consistency, and flow while preserving the emotional core of your story.
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I welcome stories by and about LGBTQ+ people and stories centered on diverse relationship dynamics.
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The Editorial Process
Sarah Travis, Author
"She is a marvel of care and consistency, and always with a quick turnaround. Her queries and corrections serve to improve the quality of the writing, resulting in clean and clear prose. I highly recommend Lianne to anyone who needs support in copy editing—you will be thrilled with the results."
Liz M., NFACC
"Lianne has provided invaluable copy editing services to our organization for over two years . . . She edited with remarkable attention to quality, ensuring both consistency and clarity. Her cheerful disposition and insightful feedback were instrumental in making our projects a success."