Laurie edited my latest book “Beans of Wisdom” and did a sensational job on it. The great thing about her is she is just not about spelling, grammar, and syntax — attributes that one can get from any editor. Laurie is not afraid to speak her mind and call out the author when she feels that certain paragraphs and sentences do not make sense and can be improved upon.
There were also several instances where she thought what I had written could be stated in a less offensive manner. I also liked that Laurie would state the editing styleguide resources she used when she challenged the way I had written certain words or phrases. I recommend Laurie unequivocally for any editing project and will absolutely use her for my future projects as well!
Joe Swinger, author and President, Wisdom Communications
Laurie is incredibly helpful in editing my creative writing. Her ability to understand my intent, provide useful revisions, and explain the reasoning behind her edits not only made my writing better but made me a better writer. On top of that, her turn-around was fast, keeping me on schedule to meet my goals.
In a highly competitive job market I was able to secure a better position faster than expected and I have her to thank!
Michael Prince, Associate, Booth Hansen
{Architecture | Interiors | Planning}
Laurie is highly professional, well organized, and generous in spirit. As an editor, proofreader and translator her expertise is indisputable and her work is of the highest quality. She delivers above and beyond her commitment while always meeting her deadlines and remaining congenial to her clients, even under pressure. I recommend Laurie to anyone dealing with the written word in any context, for print or web media.
Hanna Kebbede, Principal
HanmarK Associates
Kudos
I’ve known and worked with Laurie for about four years and I’m fully satisfied with our cooperation. Being a non-native English speaking technical writer, I trust my documents to Laurie and I always know that she will return them with all ambiguities cleared up and that she will suggest the best English wording style. Neither a comma nor the slightest font mismatch will escape Laurie’s attention. Grammar, punctuation and writing style are always carefully corrected and the best variant suggested. She can review a deeply technical document and notice logical contradictions that need addressing (she will even offer rephrasing suggestions for captions on web interface screenshots so that they are expressed more clearly). What is unique about Laurie’s capabilities – she carefully preserves our corporate style and keeps our documentation consistent even if something is omitted by our company staff. I really appreciate her attentive and all-embracing approach.
Porta really needs your services as you are our best and I would say beloved editor and proofreader. We really love and
appreciate your services.
Yaroslav Fedorina, Technical writer
PortaOne Billing and Softswitch Solutions