About
I'm Angie, and I help fiction authors make their books soar.
My specialty is speculative fiction. I love all things fantasy, sci-fi, and horror. When you work with me, you get a wholehearted advocate for your writing. As your editor, I will nurture your unique voice, guide you to uncover the essence of your story, and help you craft a fantastic novel.
Experience
In March 2022, I decided to write a novel - and my world changed. I dove headfirst into the writing scene and discovered the joy of critique groups.
Soon I realized I love critiquing as much as I love writing.
To level up my writing and editing game, I began taking courses and pursuing certification. I am a certified Fictionary story coach and developmental editor.
I'm also a certified Author Accelerator book coach.
And I'm a certified spiritual director :)
And finally, I a writer. My first manuscript, a dual-POV YA Occult novel entitled The Stonecrafters, won a 2023 Claymore Award for best Juvenile/YA.
Education
I have a PhD in Sociology from Purdue University. My area of specialty was Self & Identity Theory. Then I spent 12 years as an adjunct sociology professor and eight years as a sociologist of religion. Before that, I was an elementary art teacher.
Sociology provides a rich foundation for a writer. It provides a deeper understanding of human behavior, social dynamics, and societal issues. It equips writers with valuable insights, research skills, and critical thinking abilities.
Training
Author Accelerator Book Coach certification, April 2024
Fictionary StoryCoach certification, November 2023
Plot Your Novel, Plot Your Scenes with John Claude Bemis, Authors Publish, March 2023
The Writer's Room: Seven Weeks of Successful Storytelling with Emily Colin and Emily Harstone, Authors Publish, October 2022
Midwest Writers Workshop, 2022
Workshops
Efficient Editing, Imaginarium, Louisville, KY, 2024
Efficient Editing, Writers Block, Louisville, KY, 2023
Memberships
Sisters in Crime, member, 2024 - present
Editorial Freelance Association, member, 2023 - present
Louisville Literary Arts, Board of Directors, 2023 - present
Spiritual Directors International, member, 2021-present