Goldenrod Editorial
Helping scholars produce their best writing and thinking.
Writing can be hard and lonely. My job is to make your writing whole and to make it easier for you to reach your potential as an author.
Katherine Wiley, Owner, Goldenrod Editorial
I’m a developmental editor and coach, which means that I focus on big picture issues in writing, including argument, structure, engagement with sources, organization, voice, and narrative flow. As a former tenured professor and writing instructor, I draw upon my own experiences in publishing, writing, and research to deliver outstanding support. I’ll provide you with detailed feedback on your work, helping you to produce high-quality, thought-provoking writing for academic journals and university presses. Goldenrod’s Latin name (solidago) means “to make whole”; my job as an editor is to help you achieve your full potential as an author and make your work the best it can be. I provide a variety of services, including editing, writing coaching, and writing groups, to help meet your editing and writing needs.
I have worked with manuscripts that are under contract with or published by a wide range of scholarly presses, including Indiana University Press, Lexington Books, Oxford University Press, Pennsylvania University Press, Princeton University Press, and Rutgers University Press, among others.
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My Expertise
My Background
As a former tenured professor, I’ve been where you are! I’ve published many peer-reviewed articles as well as a scholarly book. This means I’ve navigated the writing and publishing process myself so I understand what it takes to produce publishable work as well as the challenges of the process. I’ve also worked as an English teacher, reporter, and newsletter manager, jobs which all helped to hone my commitment to helping writing reach broad audiences. Learn more about me here.
Subject Expertise
I have an interdisciplinary background, with a PhD in anthropology and a BA in English. This means I edit in a range of subjects, all of which I have researched, taught, and published in. These include: anthropology, African studies, English, gender studies, global studies, history, Islamic studies, material culture studies, Middle Eastern studies, religious studies, slavery studies, and sociology. I also work with other disciplines in the qualitative social sciences and humanities. Learn more about my services here.
How Can I Help?
Editorial Services
Developmental editing and line editing for books, journal articles, job market materials, and grant proposals. Assistance with peer review and support for multilingual authors. I review full book manuscripts and provide ongoing support while you write your book!
Coaching
I provide developmental coaching services, where I meet with you on a regular basis to talk through your manuscript ideas, help you set (and stick to) deadlines for your writing, and provide general support and guidance. Writing is difficult. You don’t have to do it alone!
Writing Groups
You need to write, but you have trouble getting writing done. You have a project you’ve been avoiding. Or you feel lonely in your writing and want to write with others. Sign up for one of my scholarly writing groups!
Free Consultation!
You’ve been working so hard on that article, but feel stuck. Or you hope to revise your manuscript to help it reach the broadest possible audience. Or you just want your book to be the best it can be. I can help. Schedule a free 30-minute strategy session with me today to explore how.