award-winning writing & editing services
To Make Your Writing Shine.
I'll take your written work to professional levels, making it the best it can be. Let's work together on your next project.
My Promise
I'm committed to powerful storytelling and clear communication. Whether it's a book edit, manuscript critique, 2,500-word magazine feature on health care or one-page press release, I have the professional experience and skills to focus the narrative and make writing come alive so your readers are engaged and informed. I work with authors and writers so that their vision is realized and the odds of publishing success increased. Writing coaching services available, too.
My Clients
The Boston Globe, Miami Herald, The Washington Post, The Economist, Boston Magazine, NPR, The Christian Science Monitor, Los Angeles Times, MSN.com, National Geographic News, Slate, This Old House, PBS' Frontline, The Daily Mail, Book Launchers, Aha Media Group, Callisto Media, Greenleaf Book Group, Pew Research Center, MIT, WebMD, The Trustees of Reservations, and more.
10+
years in publishing
Working on a wide range of subjects — from memoir and nonfiction to essays and blogs — with writers and editors worldwide and co-authoring a triple memoir with the esteemed publishing house Little, Brown & Co. in the US and five other countries.
25+
Years in Journalism
Reporting for national U.S. newspapers, including The Boston Globe, Miami Herald, and The Washington Post, I covered major events from Hurricane Andrew and the crash of TWA Flight 800 to 9/11 and the Roman Catholic Church clergy sexual abuse crisis with some of the country's top editors in journalism.
20+
professional affiliations
I'm a proud member of the Society of Professional Journalists and The Chicago Writers Association, and I am represented by the Denise Shannon Literary Agency.
My Services
I provide nonfiction book proposal and manuscript critiques as well as one-on-one consulting, copy editing, proofreading, line editing, substantive (heavy) editing, rewriting, and developmental editing. As a published author and university instructor, I'm familiar with the process for traditional and self-published books and can provide knowledgeable advice and direction. I’ve also served as an evaluator of applications for scholarly social science book grants for the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Nonfiction book/ebook editing, rewrites, manuscript reviews & consultations
I offer consulting and critiques of nonfiction manuscripts of all lengths as well as query letters, blogs, book proposals, and project concepts. I can provide detailed, constructive feedback before you submit your written work to agents, editors or publishers.
Digital content
I edit, write, and ghostwrite blogs and other digital content so they effectively convey your (or your client's) distinct voice and message. I can help you convey the most important information in ways that are succinct, strategic, and SEO optimized.
News articles & features
Name the subject, and chances are I've written or edited on it. From news briefs to magazine articles (and everything in -between), I provide accurate, thorough, and informative copy that humanizes and contextualizes topics to draw in readers and keep them engaged.
Newsletters, press releases, annual reports & marketing materials
As a longtime journalist, I know what works and what doesn't work when it comes to catching someone's attention. Whether it's a one-time announcement, a press packet or an annual report, I can help you get the publicity you need for your business or organization with clean, powerful copy that delivers eye-grabbing news.
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what people are saying
As a writer, I would describe Pamela as simply elegant. She writes with beautiful fluidity. Her long experience with complex topics, in both science and economics, has made her expert at translating difficult concepts into language that is understandable to readers without dumbing it down or losing the nuance. She writes and edits with authority.
Donna Leinwand, USA Today's former Managing Editor and former president of the National Press Club in Washington, D.C./ Read More Testimonials
The Process
With more than 20 years in journalism and publishing, I can help you make smart choices and take your project to the next level. Our work will be collaborative so that it's truly effective, from consultation to hands-on writing and editing. Since your project may require several rounds of back-and-forth to get it right, we'll set concrete, realistic targets that make sense. We'll communicate directly with each other on a regular basis so we stay on track and address issues as they arise.
Submit your inquiry
I'll contact you to set up an initial call. We'll discuss your project, identify your goals, review pricing, and solidify next steps.
Consistent communication
While I am working on your project, I pride myself on clear and timely communication with you–every step of the way. Our work is collaborative and consistent to get it right.
Final Review & Completion
We'll review final deliverables and discuss any remaining feedback I may have for you on how to strengthen your project going forward.