Her work was always conscientious and meticulous
“While working as a publishing assistant, Erika gained experience in substantive editing, copyediting, and proofreading; her work was always conscientious and meticulous. She’s flexible in her approach in that she understands that different types of writing require different types of editing. She also possesses the assets of being both tactful and skilled when she works directly with authors.
Erika is a pleasure to work with. She’s interested in the intricacies and complexities of editing and is also a very quick learner. She listens well to instructions from a managing editor and author, but she’s also creative and intuitive in making her own suggestions for improving a manuscript.”
Annamarie Beckel
Former managing editor, Breakwater Books Ltd.
“While working as a publishing assistant, Erika gained experience in substantive editing, copyediting, and proofreading; her work was always conscientious and meticulous. She’s flexible in her approach in that she understands that different types of writing require different types of editing. She also possesses the assets of being both tactful and skilled when she works directly with authors.
Erika is a pleasure to work with. She’s interested in the intricacies and complexities of editing and is also a very quick learner. She listens well to instructions from a managing editor and author, but she’s also creative and intuitive in making her own suggestions for improving a manuscript.”
Annamarie Beckel
Former managing editor, Breakwater Books Ltd.
Her edits are professional and spot on
“Erika is a joy to work with. Her edits are professional, spot on, and tactfully presented. Her professionalism and attention to detail helped turn my novel into a much better version of itself.”
Adrienne Miles
author of Spider's Wyrd (forthcoming, space opera)
“Erika is a joy to work with. Her edits are professional, spot on, and tactfully presented. Her professionalism and attention to detail helped turn my novel into a much better version of itself.”
Adrienne Miles
author of Spider's Wyrd (forthcoming, space opera)
Five stars every time!
“Erika is an absolute pleasure to work with and I highly recommend her services to anyone looking for a fiction editor. Her attention to detail is impeccable, her work ethic is powerful, and she is the consummate grammar nerd. I have worked with her on many writing projects and have learned that she is not only a fine editor but is knowledgeable about the publishing world. With her enthusiastic interest and support for writers and writing, and her wide knowledge of many genres, Erika always brings special insight to your project. She has a keen eye for sentence structure, word efficiency, and rhythm, and is reliable and easy to work with. Your writing is safe in her hands, and Erika's editing skills will make your work shine. Whether you are looking for an editor for a broad structural edit, for polishing, or for a final copy edit, Erika is the woman for the job. Five stars every time!”
JE Solo
author of Nature, Human and Phreak
“Erika is an absolute pleasure to work with and I highly recommend her services to anyone looking for a fiction editor. Her attention to detail is impeccable, her work ethic is powerful, and she is the consummate grammar nerd. I have worked with her on many writing projects and have learned that she is not only a fine editor but is knowledgeable about the publishing world. With her enthusiastic interest and support for writers and writing, and her wide knowledge of many genres, Erika always brings special insight to your project. She has a keen eye for sentence structure, word efficiency, and rhythm, and is reliable and easy to work with. Your writing is safe in her hands, and Erika's editing skills will make your work shine. Whether you are looking for an editor for a broad structural edit, for polishing, or for a final copy edit, Erika is the woman for the job. Five stars every time!”
JE Solo
author of Nature, Human and Phreak
I look forward to leaning on her expertise anytime I need a manuscript reviewed
“Erika’s editing prowess is everything I needed to get my manuscript in tip-top shape for publication. Her thorough and methodical review of helped to ensure all levels of the story’s rollout were under consideration for readers. This included line editing elements, such as word choice, phrasing, as well as clarity and consistency in style, grammar, and punctuation. Erika is able to easily piggyback off a writer’s tone and make sure her suggestions reflect their style, an important quality in a good editor. They say it’s the little things that make the big things happen, and Erika’s attention to detail has guaranteed my work is in its best form for a pleasant reading experience. I look forward to leaning on her expertise any time I need a manuscript reviewed. I highly recommend her.”
Ryan Hyatt
author of Bob's Pest Control (sci-fi novelette)
For once, my expectations of an editor were fully realized
“I think it is rare that a writer finds an editor who is perfectly in sync and able to handle the task of turning a rough diamond into a polished gem, yet this is how I felt after working for a month with Erika on my new manuscript. She picks up on those inconsistencies and errors which dog writers and can lead to that unprofessional feel in a new book. Her suggestions are to the point, diplomatically presented, and her feedback is thorough. For once, my expectations of an editor were fully realized.”
Eric Colbourne
author of Chronicles of Fair Island
I can’t wait to work with her for my next novel!
“Working with Erika was so helpful in polishing my novel. I think the edits are marvelous and made the story much sharper and engaging, shoring up my weaknesses. It’s been so nice to see my thoughts translated into something quicker and more crisp. The editorial assessment was so helpful. So many light bulbs went off in my head. The feedback she offered taught me how I can improve my writing, and it’s inspired me to write better already.”
Luke Atkinson
author of Blood Oath (No Man's Land Book 1)
“Working with Erika was so helpful in polishing my novel. I think the edits are marvelous and made the story much sharper and engaging, shoring up my weaknesses. It’s been so nice to see my thoughts translated into something quicker and more crisp. The editorial assessment was so helpful. So many light bulbs went off in my head. The feedback she offered taught me how I can improve my writing, and it’s inspired me to write better already.”
Luke Atkinson
author of Blood Oath (No Man's Land Book 1)
She has an incredibly sharp eye
“This was my first time working with Erika and what she gave me was a hundred percent more than I had expected. She helped tighten the language in my sci-fi novel and suggested where the removal or relocation of passages would help the story move along. She has an incredibly sharp eye for plot inconsistencies which must have called for great attentiveness to the story details and characters. Erika is now my go-to copyeditor.”
S.D. Unwin
author of The Fall of Time
“This was my first time working with Erika and what she gave me was a hundred percent more than I had expected. She helped tighten the language in my sci-fi novel and suggested where the removal or relocation of passages would help the story move along. She has an incredibly sharp eye for plot inconsistencies which must have called for great attentiveness to the story details and characters. Erika is now my go-to copyeditor.”
S.D. Unwin
author of The Fall of Time
The grammar & line editing fixes from a professional eye were so valuable
“Erika’s editing process worked really well for me. She was clear and to the point, and her comments helped me understand why certain changes were made. The grammar and line editing fixes from a professional eye were so valuable!”
Kelly Merrill
author of NAMESAKE
“Erika’s editing process worked really well for me. She was clear and to the point, and her comments helped me understand why certain changes were made. The grammar and line editing fixes from a professional eye were so valuable!”
Kelly Merrill
author of NAMESAKE
Erika’s edits are always detailed and clear
“Erika’s edits are always detailed and clear. Her editorial report and style sheets not only help me make my work better, but they make me a better writer. I love being able to see information about my writing strengths and weaknesses in one place. Erika’s notes and recommendations help me fix writing bad habits and improve my strengths, and her craft book recommendations are spot on.”
Marisa Mohi
author of Ex Libris and a forthcoming series
“Erika’s edits are always detailed and clear. Her editorial report and style sheets not only help me make my work better, but they make me a better writer. I love being able to see information about my writing strengths and weaknesses in one place. Erika’s notes and recommendations help me fix writing bad habits and improve my strengths, and her craft book recommendations are spot on.”
Marisa Mohi
author of Ex Libris and a forthcoming series
She’s gone above and beyond
“I’ve had the enjoyable experience of working with Erika on my novels, and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for editing services. She’s gone above and beyond to deliver a highly valuable service which improved my work from amateur to professional.”
Alastair Mitchell, author
All Jokes Aside Vol. 1-2 and Satoshi’s Fortune
“I’ve had the enjoyable experience of working with Erika on my novels, and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for editing services. She’s gone above and beyond to deliver a highly valuable service which improved my work from amateur to professional.”
Alastair Mitchell, author
All Jokes Aside Vol. 1-2 and Satoshi’s Fortune
Her professional help is exactly what I needed
“I was very fortunate to have worked with Erika on my first creative writing project. Her prompt and professional help is exactly what I needed to finalize a presentable query for possible publication agents. I look forward to working with her in the near future editing and proofreading my manuscript to ensure that any sample chapters requested are perfected to the best quality.”
S. Ralph, author
“I was very fortunate to have worked with Erika on my first creative writing project. Her prompt and professional help is exactly what I needed to finalize a presentable query for possible publication agents. I look forward to working with her in the near future editing and proofreading my manuscript to ensure that any sample chapters requested are perfected to the best quality.”
S. Ralph, author
She pointed out the smallest details that helped the manuscript flourish
“I had the pleasure of working with Erika when my short story was selected as part of their debut journal of speculative literature. We developed a beautiful virtual writer-editor relationship and she was the last word in professionalism and elocution.
Erika has an expansive mastery over the Chicago Style editing and pointed out the smallest details that helped the manuscript flourish and attract attention. On top of that, she never ceased to listen to what I had to say as the writer in defense of my writing style and ideology.
My short story has definitely benefited from her magical touch, and to my downright delight has become one of the highlights of the publication all thanks to Erika’s intelligence and dedication.”
Samannaz Rohanimanesh, author of “All Rooted Things”
House of Zolo’s Journal of Speculative Literature Volume One
“I had the pleasure of working with Erika when my short story was selected as part of their debut journal of speculative literature. We developed a beautiful virtual writer-editor relationship and she was the last word in professionalism and elocution.
Erika has an expansive mastery over the Chicago Style editing and pointed out the smallest details that helped the manuscript flourish and attract attention. On top of that, she never ceased to listen to what I had to say as the writer in defense of my writing style and ideology.
My short story has definitely benefited from her magical touch, and to my downright delight has become one of the highlights of the publication all thanks to Erika’s intelligence and dedication.”
Samannaz Rohanimanesh, author of “All Rooted Things”
House of Zolo’s Journal of Speculative Literature Volume One
The finished product was a success
“Erika has now edited eight editions of Doyle's Almanac of Newfoundland and Labrador. Back in 2015, as I had never published before, I approached Erika (who had come highly recommended) for help with proofreading, editing, and organizing the first edition of Doyle's Almanac. The finished product was a success, and each edition we have published has a very polished and professional look, which is due to Erika's expertise. She also provides suggestions and tips to improve the clarity of our work. Writing can be difficult; however, with Erika's help the process is made easier. Her work is always within budget and finished on time. I look forward to working with her again next year.”
Robert Doyle
Managing Editor, Doyle's Almanac of NL
“Erika has now edited eight editions of Doyle's Almanac of Newfoundland and Labrador. Back in 2015, as I had never published before, I approached Erika (who had come highly recommended) for help with proofreading, editing, and organizing the first edition of Doyle's Almanac. The finished product was a success, and each edition we have published has a very polished and professional look, which is due to Erika's expertise. She also provides suggestions and tips to improve the clarity of our work. Writing can be difficult; however, with Erika's help the process is made easier. Her work is always within budget and finished on time. I look forward to working with her again next year.”
Robert Doyle
Managing Editor, Doyle's Almanac of NL
I'm so grateful to have had her support
“From the start Erika was a dream to work with. Her attention to detail and knowledge transformed my manuscript into a beautiful book. I'm so grateful to have had her support, expertise and insight in self-publishing my first book. I can't thank you enough, Erika!!”
Leah Brathwaite, author
A New Way of Life: A Guide for Transformation from Living a Lie to Freeing Your Soul
“From the start Erika was a dream to work with. Her attention to detail and knowledge transformed my manuscript into a beautiful book. I'm so grateful to have had her support, expertise and insight in self-publishing my first book. I can't thank you enough, Erika!!”
Leah Brathwaite, author
A New Way of Life: A Guide for Transformation from Living a Lie to Freeing Your Soul
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A true professional and breath of fresh air
“Erika was such a pleasure to work with, a true professional and a breath of fresh air. She proofread and edited my Masters thesis which improved the overall flow, appearance, and quality of my submission. Her comments are extremely useful with clear explanations and substantiation. She got my paper back to me well before the agreed deadline and went above and beyond what we had initially agreed upon. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a highly skilled, professional editor!” Alvin Peter Executive Masters in Change, INSEAD |
You truly lifted the bar on my study
“Thank you so much for your professional, thoughtful and considered edits, explanations, suggestions and encouragements. You have truly lifted the bar on my study.” Boshoff Executive Masters in Change, INSEAD |
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She takes your writing to the next level
“Erika's attention to detail and mastery of the English language is unparalleled. She doesn't just edit; she takes your writing to the next level. She's a pleasure to work with and works collaboratively to ensure your project is the best it can be.” Nigel Walker Owner, Nigel Walker Wellness Inc. |
Eagle eye for detail
“Erika is an editor with an eagle eye for detail. She caught mistakes I would never have caught myself! Even more impressive, her turn around is swift.” Stephanie Sodero, PhD Professor, University of Manchester |
I defended my thesis and passed with no revisions needed!
“I worked with Erika in her capacity as a transcriptionist and editor, and her contributions to my work have been invaluable. Her commitment to quality was obvious, and her attention to detail blew my mind. Her editorial work on my PhD dissertation was most astute. She made thoughtful recommendations regarding word use and sentence structure, and provided comprehensive explanations for decisions she made or the suggestions she presented. Her capacity to understand and bring clarity to my work while retaining my intended meaning was remarkable. I even defended my thesis and passed with no revisions needed!
She was also a pleasure to work with, a true professional. She made decisions and asked questions as needed and in a timely manner, and was completely consistent. Working with her, sharing both audio files and various text file formats and editing schemes, was made easy. I will definitely hire Erika again and will continue to recommend her to my fellow writers, researchers, and academics.”
Irene Boldt, RN
CPMHN(C) PhD(c)
“I worked with Erika in her capacity as a transcriptionist and editor, and her contributions to my work have been invaluable. Her commitment to quality was obvious, and her attention to detail blew my mind. Her editorial work on my PhD dissertation was most astute. She made thoughtful recommendations regarding word use and sentence structure, and provided comprehensive explanations for decisions she made or the suggestions she presented. Her capacity to understand and bring clarity to my work while retaining my intended meaning was remarkable. I even defended my thesis and passed with no revisions needed!
She was also a pleasure to work with, a true professional. She made decisions and asked questions as needed and in a timely manner, and was completely consistent. Working with her, sharing both audio files and various text file formats and editing schemes, was made easy. I will definitely hire Erika again and will continue to recommend her to my fellow writers, researchers, and academics.”
Irene Boldt, RN
CPMHN(C) PhD(c)
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She is a dependable professional “Erika has been my go-to editor for assignments that need deeper copyediting or stylistic editing. She works well with writers, maintains a high standard under tight deadlines, and skillfully handles industry-specific information. She is a dependable professional.” Michelle Huang Managing editor, Minutes Solutions Inc. |
Her attention to detail is remarkable “Erika has been my go-to person for over three years. Her attention to detail is remarkable. She knows the ins and outs of composition, syntax, formatting and more! She is reliable, prompt, and passionate about her profession. I have learned a lot from reviewing her annotations. In my opinion, her skills are unmatchable.” Andrée-Ann Cousineau, University of Ottawa |
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She's amazing at what she does!
“If you are self-publishing a book, I would recommend hiring Erika for all your editing and proofreading needs. She's amazing at what she does!” Sarah Picard Owner, Picard VA Services |
Thorough and detailed feedback
“I just wanted to thank you so much for providing such thorough and detailed feedback. I sense you really understood what I was trying to say and assisted me in expressing the ideas better. You are really talented, and I am glad that, by chance, I found you among the sea of names on the Editors Canada website.” Carla Shapiro |
I appreciate her attention to detail
“I have had the pleasure of working with Erika on a number of academic and literary projects. I really appreciate her attention to detail, breadth of knowledge about the publishing world, and am always impressed with the quality of her work. I highly recommend her for transcribing and proofreading in particular!”
Melanie Greene, PhD
Nasrullah: Forgotten Patriarch of the American Thoroughbred
“I have had the pleasure of working with Erika on a number of academic and literary projects. I really appreciate her attention to detail, breadth of knowledge about the publishing world, and am always impressed with the quality of her work. I highly recommend her for transcribing and proofreading in particular!”
Melanie Greene, PhD
Nasrullah: Forgotten Patriarch of the American Thoroughbred
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She far exceeded my expectations
“I recommend Erika for her proofreading services. She pays attention to detail, is concise, and provides excellent feedback on how to improve my papers. I sent a paper to her and had it back the next day; she by far exceeded my expectations.” Patricia M. University of Victoria |
Increased the overall appearance and quality
“First of all, I would like to thank you for the proofreading and editing. It increased the overall appearance and quality of my thesis a lot! Also your comments are super useful.” Jonas Behrend Masters in Strategic Entrepreneurship at RSM Erasmus University Rotterdam |
I am truly indebted to her
“A few years ago I undertook to write a history of the coinage of Newfoundland. While I knew something about the coins themselves, I was neither a trained historian nor was I used to writing in the genre of an extensive thesis. My scientific background had trained me to write short, precise papers for a community of experts on the subject. I think by now I have overcome these deficiencies (the book is about to be published), but Erika was the person that helped me most with the early drafts of the book. She made numerous editing changes and always provided sound professional advice on every aspect of the book. She was the rock that I leaned on in my early work on the book and for this I am truly indebted to her.”
Harvey B. Richer, author of The Gold Coins of Newfoundland
Professor and Associate Head, Department of Physics and Astronomy
University of British Columbia
“A few years ago I undertook to write a history of the coinage of Newfoundland. While I knew something about the coins themselves, I was neither a trained historian nor was I used to writing in the genre of an extensive thesis. My scientific background had trained me to write short, precise papers for a community of experts on the subject. I think by now I have overcome these deficiencies (the book is about to be published), but Erika was the person that helped me most with the early drafts of the book. She made numerous editing changes and always provided sound professional advice on every aspect of the book. She was the rock that I leaned on in my early work on the book and for this I am truly indebted to her.”
Harvey B. Richer, author of The Gold Coins of Newfoundland
Professor and Associate Head, Department of Physics and Astronomy
University of British Columbia
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I couldn't do what I do without Erika
“I couldn’t do what I do without Erika. Her transcription is key to the success of my books and articles. Erika is accurate, prompt, reliable, accessible, discreet, and committed. She has done transcription for me from audio recorded in multiple languages and varying qualities. She is a pleasure to work with.” Antonia Juhasz Investigative journalist, oil and energy policy expert |
I recommend her without hesitation
“I’ve had the opportunity to see the quality of Erika’s work via blog posts, website content, and media releases that she has copyedited for different not-for-profit groups. Her attention to good grammar, punctuation, style, and suitability of format is meticulous. Her understanding of the importance of arranging and synthesizing information succinctly has helped me bring more precision and less redundancy to what I write. I recommend her work without hesitation. She's a treasure.” Marilyn Reid Council of Canadians |
