Want your science writing to be polished and reader-friendly? I can help.
If you are…
- A science book author who wants a manuscript that will attract publishers and buyers
- A researcher who wants a clear, understandable manuscript that scientific journals will publish and peers will read
- A researcher who needs clear, persuasive language explaining why a proposed study is worth funding
- A science writer who needs developmental and line editing for a pitch or science magazine article
You have come to the right place. I am here to help you meet your science communication goals. I provide developmental and line editing services and work remotely.
- Developmental editing looks at big-picture issues of structure and concepts. Some questions a developmental editor asks when reading a manuscript are: Is it focused? Is it balanced? What’s missing? Are there any gaps in logic?
- Line editing focuses on style and the flow of the language. Some questions a line editor asks when reading a manuscript are: Is the language clear and concise? Is the language engaging, evocative, active? Does the author avoid cliches and jargon? Use inclusive language? Does the story fit guidelines, like word count?
- As part of my line-editing work, I typically include copyediting, but I do not usually provide stand-alone copyediting work. Copyediting focuses on grammar, spelling, punctuation, and style guide compliance. I am familiar with numerous style guides, including the Chicago Manual of Style, APA 6th and 7th editions, AMA, and AP.
About Anne N. Connor, Science Editor:
Editing chops! I have over 20 years of editing experience across genres, including science textbooks, science nonfiction books for general audiences, research journal articles, research grant proposals (from foundation applications to R01 proposals), and magazine articles. I have served as the editor-in-chief of a general audience science magazine. I teach editing to graduate students in the MA in Science Writing program at Johns Hopkins University. Before becoming a freelance science writer and editor, I directed a healthcare grant-making program for a large healthcare conversion foundation.
Professional Directories:
- “Editors for Hire” directory from ACES, The Society for Editing
- “Hire a Freelancer” listing, Editorial Freelancers Association
