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    • Editing & Coaching
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    • My Blog of Resources
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  • The Podcast
  • Hiring An Editor?
  • Editing & Coaching
  • Testimonials
  • About Me
  • My Blog of Resources

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I have been happily helping writers meet their deadlines and achieve their goals for more than a decade. 


My path to academic editing began while I was a student at a liberal arts college, where I worked at the writing center. I also served as an English tutor for international students. In graduate school, I became a grant writer, funding my education with fellowships and grants, and helping other students write their grants. I also began editing for professors, and developed and ran a mentorship program - and I've been helping scholars with their writing ever since.


I hold a Ph.D. in American history, and am a member of SCBWI, AWP, the Authors Guild, WEHN, CCWH, and other professional organizations. 

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My research and writing has been supported by the Vermont Historical Society, American University, Mellon Travel Grants, the Nantucket Historical Association, Splendid Mola, All Voices, Monson Arts, the Highlights Foundation, California Arts and Cultures, and SCBWI.


My writing and photography have been published both here and abroad in journals, anthologies, newspapers and other media outlets. 


When I am not at my desk or the library, you will find me out in nature working on my photography (found throughout this website, at select galleries, and in my Getty portfolio).

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"Christina is not only a meticulous wordsmith, she's reliable, intuitive, and kind. She can also be very funny, often a saving grace when working with words."

- Nancy Thayer, NYT bestselling author of Summer Light on Nantucket



"Christina works magic at helping free up words and ideas."

- Sara Rosenthal, Co-Director of Argo Arts

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"Christina provides insightful developmental editing and guidance for any academic writer looking for editorial support during their book publishing journey. In particular, her ability to help writers find their confidence and trust their instinct all the while keeping their goals in mind is a true asset. I'd recommend her to any colleague looking for assistance in their academic writing."


- Dr. Emily Carman, Associate Professor, Chapman University

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I am the creator and the executive producer of the Academic Life podcast.


Academic Life is heard in more than 160 countries, used in classrooms, run on the radio, and has been downloaded over six hundred thousand times - and counting! 


Thinking of starting a podcast of your own? I offer workshops and  coaching sessions for scholars creating or revamping a podcast. 


Want to join the listening audience? Click the link below. 

Available wherever you get podcasts - or click here for the full archive of episodes.

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