APA Editing Services

BRANDY COOPER is an APA guru who specializes in editing scholarly work.  Brandy holds a Master’s in English and has been helping other writers produce their very best work since 2001.  Her clients appreciate not only her excruciating attention to every detail, but also the fact that as she edits their documents, she explains to them why certain errors need corrected.  Through the editing process, Brandy’s clients become better writers.

Brandy is a Lecturer in the College of Engineering and Computer Science at a Midwestern university, where she teaches technical communication.  She emphasizes clarity, concision, precision, logic, and organization throughout the editing process because simply correcting grammar and sentence mechanics often fails to address the requirements of the writing task.  She will ensure 100% compliance with the assignment requirements and your institution’s formatting guidelines.

In her many years as an editor, Brandy has helped thousands of writers with:

Brandy has worked with students and scholars from around the world, and specializes in working with clients for whom English is not their primary language.

Brandy is a published scholar, and understands the complexities of academic writing.  She specializes in the following fields:

Brandy prides herself on meeting even the tightest deadlines, and she is available 7 days a week.

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CAROL LEVINE has B.A. and M.A. degrees in English Language and Literature from the University of Michigan and more than 25 years of experience as a writer, editor, English instructor, writing coach, and APA format expert. As the Writing Specialist for the University of Phoenix for 17 years, she worked extensively with students in the Master of Counseling, Master of Education, and MBA programs. Carol also developed and conducted numerous workshops on the use of APA format for University of Phoenix students and faculty members (e.g., The ABCs of APA; APA Formatting: From Soup to Nuts; APA: Changes in the Fifth Edition Manual) and earned the unofficial title of "APA Queen."

Carol is not only an APA format expert. She is also a meticulous proofreader who takes pride in spotting errors that are overlooked by spell check programs, as well as a skilled editor with a vocabulary that enables her to complete the Sunday New York Times crossword puzzle. She is highly efficient, never misses a deadline, and is comfortable doing either paper or electronic editing.

"Carol was exceptionally diligent in her work. She was in constant contact with me over the time she was working on my paper and finished the work several days ahead of schedule. She paid great attention to detail, catching a couple redundancies I had missed, as well as some inconsistencies, which were beyond the scope of the APA compliance I was looking for." Doctoral candidate at Nova Southeastern University. Contact information on request

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HOLLY MONTY, MA MAC ELS
APA format, Chicago Manual of Style

Since operating as a freelance editor and writer, Ms. Monty, a Microsoft Word and LaTeX expert, has worked on books and articles published by many of the world’s leading publishers, including Cambridge University Press, Oxford University Press, MIT Press, W. W. Norton, Sage, John Wiley, Springer, Lawrence Erlbaum, Pearson-Prentice Hall, Praeger, Greenwood, Blackwell, and other top names in academic and nonfiction publishing. To date, she has edited more than 2,000 published journal articles, more than 150 nonfiction books, and a wealth of dissertations and theses. Ms. Monty is proud to have worked with a diversity of students and academics from a broad range of our nation's universities. Given her wealth of experience, she is adept at working within the precise terms of your university's thesis/dissertation guidelines or with the publication guidelines of any peer-reviewed journal.

"Holly was FANTASTIC. She was SO thorough and submitted everything back to me earlier than I needed it! Even after she was done with the edit, I had some questions, and she was very speedy in her responses. I appreciate that she took time to answer my questions. She really went above and beyond! My paper not only needed to follow APA guidelines, but my university had guidelines as well. She did both perfectly."
—Nicole Foster, Trinity International University.

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JAMES N. POWELL, with MA degrees in both English Literature and Religious Studies, is a former Professor of English Literature. He has been editing, coaching, and tutoring writers and students for years. He was inhouse APA proofreader of doctoral dissertations at the Fielding University. He excels at working with international / ESL students. Specializing in APA and MLA styles, he has proofread hundreds of doctoral dissertations and papers. He is an internationally published writer, with books issued by major houses: Prentice Hall, William Morrow, and Hosei University Press (Japan).

If you have a book, dissertation, or paper that needs to be in APA format, rather than attempting to master the 272-page Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, turn your manuscript over to an editor with years of APA experience.  I have edited doctoral dissertations published at the following universities, to name just a few: Adelphi University, Adler Graduate School, Alliant University, Antioch University, Argosy University, California Institute of Integral Studies, California State University, Capella University, Century University, City University of New York, Concordia University, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Fielding Graduate University, Grand Canyon University, Harvard University, Hunter-Bellevue School of Nursing, Hunter College, John F. Kennedy University, Kwangwoon University, Leiden University of Social Sciences, Liberty University, Longwood University, Medaille College, Morgan State University, Northcentral University, Nova Southeastern University, Pacifica Graduate Institute, Pepperdine University, Regent University School of Global Leadership and Entrepreneurship, Regis University of Professional Studies, Rider University, Santa Barbara Graduate Institute, Saint Mary’s University, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, University of California, University of Florida, University of Hartford, University of Kansas, University of Miami, University of Oslo, University of Phoenix, University of Texas, University of the West Indies, University of Wisconsin, Walden University, Warren National University, William Howard Taft University, Yeshiva University, and York University.

Formats: APA, MLA

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NANCY ROSENBAUM (BA, English Literature, Mt. Holyoke College) is a deadline-driven Chicago/Turabian, MLA, AMA, IEEE, and APA style expert who specializes in proofreading, fact-checking, copyediting, and formatting:

• undergraduate papers
• comprehensive exam essays
• master’s thesis, capstone, and doctoral dissertation proposals
• final theses, capstones, and doctoral dissertations
• personal statements
• scholarly articles and textbooks
• fiction, nonfiction, and self-help book manuscripts.

As an academic editing and scholarly writing specialist, Nancy:

• double-checks online texts to ensure completeness and accuracy of direct quotations (wording, punctuation) and publication details (author(s), title, publisher, date, page), as well as mirroring of parenthetical references to complete entries in the references section;
• marks and searches for sources corresponding to citations for which details were not included in References;
• marks unused sources in References, allowing students to choose whether to cite or delete them;
• corrects grammar and punctuation;
• marks too-short paragraphs;
• corrects presentation of numbers, fonts, and run-in and stand-alone list elements;
• checks word or page limits, as appropriate to EDT or journal guidelines;
• ensures gender neutrality and absence of bias in text;
• formats tables according to type;
• numbers equations;
• ensures completeness and accuracy of sources in References, including confirming the need for issue numbers, edition numbers, digital object identifiers, database names, URLs;
• applies styles to headings and subheadings, allowing her to create automated tables of contents that are readily updated if the document’s contents change;
• automatically numbers table and figure captions to generate readily updated lists of figures and tables;
• corrects section/page breaks to ensure page numbering follows APA or university-specific schemes;
• explains the nature of the errors made (in comments and/or cover memo notes).

Subject experience includes business administration, computer science, diet, education and learning, finance, history, information technology, industrial technology, marketing, medicine and health care, nursing, religion, philosophy, politics, social science, and psychology. Nancy also edits self-help books, works of fiction and nonfiction, children’s books, and peer-reviewed journal articles.

"Nancy went above and beyond heavy editing, putting my 70 page, 15,000 word Capstone in APA compliance. Her ability to understand the material and translate into higher level English is very impressive. The feedback from my professor was ‘exceptional work’ and he turned it back to me with no corrections. Her work was PERFECT. I can’t thank her and the editing network enough. Well done!" - Brian Bowman, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical, Deputy Group Commander, USAF

"She is simply fantastic! I was simply astounded at her attention to detail. That, coupled with her delivery before schedule and careful explanation for all changes, instilled in me an incredible amount of confidence in her work. Nancy has succeeded in playing a major part in one of my most significant accomplishments so I feel a very special kindred spirit with her."

"I've hired three APA editors in the past year and they have all been a letdown. One was actually an editing service recommended by my own program! That was $800. The two editors I hired back in September and October returned crap. That company managed to make it worse. So there went another $1k. The next company was another $850. Nancy, it's been such a struggle and your work was worth every penny. I'm only a fraction of the way through and I am amazed."

Nancy is proud to have supported the needs of students and professionals from institutions that include Alliant University, Argosy University, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (Greece), Athabasca University, Aurora University, Benedictine University, Berklee College of Music, Boston University, Brigham Young University, California Coast University, California School of Professional Psychology, California State University-Dominguez Hills, California State University-Los Angeles, California State University-Sacramento, Capella University, Case Western Reserve University, City University Seattle (Calgary), Claremont Graduate University, Clemson University, Columbia University, Cornell University, Dominican University, Duke University, Eastern Kentucky University, Embry-Riddle University, European Business School, Excelsior College, Florida Atlantic University, Florida State University, Fordham University, George Washington University, Georgian Court University, Grand Canyon University, Helsinki University of Technology (Finland), Institute of Transpersonal Psychology, Johns Hopkins University (Sinai Hospital), Johnson & Wales University, Kent State University, LaVerne University, London School of Economics (England), Loyola University (Chicago), National Chiagi University (Taiwan), National-Louis University, National University, New York University, North Central University, North Dakota State University, Northern Arizona University, Nova Southeastern University, Nyack College, Ohio Northern University, Old Dominion University, Oregon State University, Pacific Oaks College, Purdue University, Rocky Mountain University, Royal Roads University, Rush University, Samford University, Simmons College, Sonoma State University, St. Thomas University of Law, Stanford University, Suffolk University, Texas A&M University, TUI University, Union University (Germantown), Union Institute & University (Cincinnati), University of Alabama-Birmingham, University of British Columbia (Canada), University of California-Berkeley, University of California-Santa Cruz, University of Central Florida, University of Colorado-Colorado Springs, University of Florida, University of Hartford, University of Hawaii, University of Miami, University of Minnesota, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, University of North Texas, University of Phoenix, University of Pittsburgh, University of Rochester, University of the Rockies, University of South Florida, University of Toledo, University of Virginia, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Virginia Commonwealth University, Walden University, and Weill Cornell Medical College.

"Nancy was unbelievably fast in her work. Her knowledge of APA is beyond any other I’ve seen. She is a master of APA and of the English language. I would recommend her to anyone needing editing. I cannot thank her enough!" Jasey Kolarik, Aurora University

"Seriously, you saved my life.  English is my second language. I was desperate looking at all the words I had to put together so that it would flow nicely using APA style.  This was an immense mountain to climb.  I decided to search the web to see if I could find help.  I did not know about your network but I figured I would search for APA Editor and there you were. I also thought it would be too late since there was only 5 days before my paper was due.   I sent the email anyway out of desperation....and ding! I got a response right away.  I could’t believe it and was afraid it was a scam. But I had nothing to lose.  Nancy took by messy words and made a wonderful essay with it.  She rearranged the headlines, wrapped it all up in APA, check my reference list to make sure I had quoted everyone.  I received an amazing final product.  I now can carry on working full-time doing a Master knowing that there is someone who can help me at the most difficult times...editing.  My husband also wants to thank you since I was so much easier to live with once I found you! Ha! Thank you so much!

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Writer, Manuscript Copy Editor, Developmental Editor, Critiques, Evaluations

Fiction: science fiction and fantasy, horror, mystery, mainstream, short story

Nonfiction: business, labor, literary criticism, memoirs, math, technical and science documents

Academic editing and scholarly writing consultant: theses and dissertations

APA format and Chicago Manual of Style

A.J. is an editor, proofreader, and writer with wide experience both in fiction and in nonfiction, the latter with specialties in business writing, business methods, business history, communication, and literary analysis. He also writes both nonfiction (primarily articles on business-related topics and book reviews in various areas of fiction and nonfiction) and fiction and has won several minor awards for his short stories.

As a freelance editor, he enjoys the challenges of working with both fiction and nonfiction manuscripts. His specialty is science fiction (and he edited the four-volume Magill’s Guide to Science Fiction and Fantasy Literature), but he moves easily among genres. Although he thrived as an in-house editor, he decided in 1997 to pursue freelance work, primarily to be able to work more directly with authors and to have greater flexibility and choice among projects. He prides himself on helping authors write so that they convey exactly what they want to, polishing their work and exploring with them the best ways to tell their stories or to present their facts and theories while maintaining the authors’ own tone and style.

His career in the publishing industry, spanning more than 25 years, began at SAGE Publications. While pursuing graduate work in economics at UCLA, he taught at California State University, Northridge, and other colleges in the Los Angeles area. After deciding that the publishing field suited him better than academia, he took a position at Salem Press, earning promotion to the position of project editor within several months. He worked in-house at Salem Press until starting work as a freelance editor, and Salem Press remained a client until it went out of business.

A. J. has edited nonfiction work, both books and papers (including more than a dozen successful theses and dissertations and dozens of articles published in academic journals), in a variety of fields, including various social sciences, technical research, and medical research. His work includes dozens of books and more than 50 journal issues in the social sciences, research methods, mathematics, political science, psychology, business and management, history, and health and medicine, among other topics.

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DONALD WELLS has more than 18 years experience as an editor and writer. He has edited for and written with accountants, agriculture researchers, economists, educational researchers, educational psychologists, engineers, historians, lawyers, Master's students, nurse researchers, nutritionists, PhD candidates, philosophers, political scientists, psychiatrists, psychologists, sociologists, soil scientists, UN experts, university professors, and veterinarians. He has edited more than 200 published journal articles, some of which have won awards, many dissertations and theses, annotated bibliographies, reference books, textbooks, and academic, engineering, government, and scientific reports.

He is an expert in APA style, Chicago Manual of Style, and MLA format and is familiar with AMA. He has extensive experience with ESL writers. Don is dedicated to maintaining the individual voice of the writer, and he follows two rules of style: A document must be clear and concise. He has found that these two rules of style produce documents that are elegant and professional.

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Is more extensive help available?

Additional thesis and dissertation consulting services are available, including help in clarifying content, restructuring text, and modifying the paper as required by a faculty advisor or degree committee.

The experienced APA editors associated with this website have passed a series of exams to verify their writing and editing expertise and their advanced knowledge of APA format.

Note: We are not affiliated with, part of, or endorsed by the American Psychological Association. This is a network of freelance academic editors, APA writing consultants, and scholarly writing instructors.

Articles:

What does APA formatting include? by Nancy Rosenbaum
APA style: Common mistakes by Melissa Simpson
APA format: 6th ed. published in 2009 by Nancy Rosenbaum
APA style: Italics and underlining by Melissa Simpson
APA format: Reference citations (with examples) by Nancy Rosenbaum
Creating an annotated bibliography in APA Style by James Powell
A rew important new rules in the sixth edition of the APA Publication Manual
APA 6th ed. book references by Nancy Rosenbaum
APA journal references by Nancy Rosenbaum
APA 6th ed. references: Single and multiple authors by Nancy Rosenbaum

Feedback from our students:

"I had a very unfortunate contract end with another editing service that did not perform nor consider my timelines for my dissertation proposal. I received an immediate phone call from the network coordinator. She provided me with a consultant referral. Within hours, I received a response ... [my editor] went above and beyond in her services. Her guidance and expertise was exact and accurate. She was professional in her communication style, but demonstrated her sensitivity and compassion towards my circumstances. Her contract was easy to understand and specific to the tasks.  I am forever grateful to the network; their ethics and standards extend beyond industry standards." Cheryl Moore, PhD Candidate, Capella University

" I used another editing service for my proposal and I wish I had used Suzanne instead. She is such a great editor. The services were affordable and fast. I was approved the first time with my dissertation, and I truly believe that her editing along with a great committee were the key to my success. Not only is she kind, she is personable. Suzanne took great care in ensuring that my dissertation met UOP’s rigorous standards. I would recommend her services to anyone in need of a great editor!" Kimberly Pierre, doctoral student, University of Phoenix

"Holly was FANTASTIC. She was SO thorough and submitted everything back to me earlier than I needed it! Even after she was done with the edit, I had some questions, and she was very speedy in her responses. I appreciate that she took time to answer my questions. She really went above and beyond! My paper not only needed to follow APA guidelines, but my university had guidelines as well. She did both perfectly."
—Nicole Foster, Trinity International University.

"A.J. did a fantastic job. Not only did he find the APA errors, he actually read what I was saying. He returned my work quickly, and provided as much feedback and interaction as I needed. I would also add that I could have found a cheaper price elsewhere, but experience with on-line editing has taught me that getting the cheapest editing isn't worth the money." G. Mahoney (contact info on request)

"Just a note to let you know that my dissertation was approved today, so again thank you for your help and I will definitely tell my friends about your excellent services. You are a true professional." Miriam Golbert, Nova University

"Overall this is a very nice service. The work was done to more than my satisfaction, and the services went over and above what I expected. The consultant saved me about a week to 10 days worth of work considering my very busy schedule." Dave Wickman ERAU / UTC employee

"Being a full-time teacher and student, my life is extremely stressful. Perfecting work for my Ph.D. program is time-consuming and quite intensive. Suzanne helped to alleviate much of my stress and allowed me to finally get some much needed rest! She was very patient and helpful during the review process of my paper. Her review of my paper was first-rate and her response time was quick. She was also prompt in all emails sent to her concerning any questions that I had. My dissertation proposal is on its way for the IRB approval. I must thank Suzanne for her hard work, dedication and expertise with APA writing." Dawn Adams, internship coordinator, Wheeler High School

"Dr. Levine was excellent – provided me with feedback very quickly, and was very helpful.   Should have used this service 6 months ago – saved an enormous amount of stress as I was seriously considering shelving my thesis!!  I also really appreciate the fact that he is there to support if anything should come back after the review -- realizing this is not likely to happen but it is nice to know you have an advocate." Lynda Wilson-Hare

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Disclaimers

1. Your agreement, whether oral or written, is with your thesis or dissertation editor/consultant, not with the network as a whole or its coordinator.

2. It is the client's responsibility to review all work completed to ensure accuracy and adherence to specifications.

3. We do not write or sell dissertations, theses, term papers, or essays. We will, however, polish your draft. The final product will be yours — legitimately.