DUSABLON
EDITING
Helping mission-driven writers and organizations craft stories to connect with readers
Editing as a Conversation
Working with an editor should feel like a straightforward and collaborative process that helps your words—your story—make the kind of impact you intended. Your book deserves the full attention of an experienced editor that will bring it to polished perfection. As many copyeditors will tell you, editing is not just about fixing what’s wrong; it’s about ensuring consistency and clarity. It’s about enhancing the reader’s experience. The rules of grammar and style are there to help readers understand your writing and get immersed in your story; knowing how to break rules with finesse is what makes your voice stand out.
I offer line editing, copyediting, proofreading, and audio proofing services for a variety of projects ranging from book manuscripts to presentations.
Let’s Collaborate
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Indie Authors
Supporting authors with powerful stories to tell through the editorial and audiobook proofing process
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Publishers
Editing narrative nonfiction and fiction manuscripts for correctness, clarity, and style
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Mission-Driven Organizations
Increasing organizational impact through well-crafted messaging, web content, and more
Meet Alexandra DuSablon
Freelance Copyeditor & Proofreader
Northwest Editors Guild Board Member
From the Editor’s Blog
Bookshelf
A selection of books recently edited or proofread by Alexandra DuSablon
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Testimonials
“If you’re publishing a book and quality is important to you, Alexandra is an astute beta reader, and her copyediting process eliminates distracting mistakes that would lead to lost readers. Her insights on self-publishing and connections to other professionals in the publishing business are welcome assets on our team.”
Josh Meeks, author of The Life Project: Lifeboat to Mars and BlackDragon: One Step at a Time
Republic Square Books
“I loved doing this work together, and I learned some new things that will benefit my future writing. Thanks for being a part of this book, and for bringing such thoughtfulness and care. This path we’ve briefly shared has been a tremendous pleasure.”
Roger Thompson, author of We Stood Upon Stars and My Best Friend’s Funeral
“Alexandra is warm and personable and such a delight to work with! She ensured that I kept my voice in my writing. She shares what she has enjoyed in your work, and she elevates your writing. Her flexibility, quick turnaround, and precise work ethic are additional reasons why everyone should work with her.”
Elexus Liggins, writer
