As a freelance indexer, proofreader, copyeditor, and librarian, I am fortunate to be surrounded by books and words.

I have been freelancing since 2012, which is when I received indexing certification from UC Berkeley Extension. I am also a current member of the American Society for Indexing.

2019     completed Professional Sequence in Editing (UC Berkeley)
2012     indexing certification (UC Berkeley)
2007     Master of Library Science degree (St. Catherine University)
1993     B.A. in English / minor in Finnish (University of Minnesota)

My projects have included subjects such as sports training and fitness, nutrition, diet, health and wellness, history (American, local, Native American), cultural studies, cookbooks,  arts and crafts, and home improvement projects. However, all subject matter is welcomed and considered.

In my free time I like to be out running or hiking, or reading a book in the sun.

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“Just wanted to tell you that I've proofed the index and it's terrific! You really did an excellent job. Can't tell you how much we appreciate your good work. So thankful you agreed to take this project and I hope you'll be available to do it for us again next year.” —Mary Flanagan, Project
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“Thanks for helping us with consistency and correctness: very appreciated.” —Shannon Pennefeather, Managing Editor at Minnesota Historical Society Press 

"This looks really good. Super clean." —Haley Berry, Project Editor at VeloPress