I give personal attention to every client and every word. You'll benefit from the expertise of an experienced and professional editor and English professor.
I specialize in the following:
I specialize in the following:
- College admissions essays (Common Application essay and supplementals)
- Personal statements (e.g., graduate school, medical school, law school)
- Cover letters
- Letters of recommendation
- Medical residency applications
- Private school application essays
- Proofreading for ELL writers
- Other editing needs upon request
Mission Statement:
My mission is to help others convey their thoughts clearly and effectively. To that end, I fix grammar, word choice, tone, sentence structure, and readability. I work efficiently, tailoring my editing efforts to the unique needs of each client. I offer these services at competitive rates. The process is ethical: you do the writing; I offer honest feedback and helpful suggestions.
My mission is to help others convey their thoughts clearly and effectively. To that end, I fix grammar, word choice, tone, sentence structure, and readability. I work efficiently, tailoring my editing efforts to the unique needs of each client. I offer these services at competitive rates. The process is ethical: you do the writing; I offer honest feedback and helpful suggestions.
Client endorsements:
"Marie comes with my highest recommendation and gratitude."--Erica Graff (Former Director, Hartford Youth Scholars)
"Marie did an incredible job brainstorming with me, editing, and giving me thoughtful and efficient feedback. The personalized one-on-one attention allowed me to really articulate my strengths to show to the medical schools. The best part is – it worked! I was accepted early in the cycle, interviewing at some of my top choice schools, and several of my interviewers commented on my essays. Thank you, Marie!" -- C. H. (medical school applicant)
"She was able to guide him and streamline his writing topic, and together they organized and discussed ways to best express his idea".--N.Q. (parent of a college applicant)
"I highly recommend working with Marie for any step in the writing process!"
--N.D. (college applicant)
"I am forever grateful to Marie for her guidance and assistance during my college application process."--A.L. (international student/college applicant)
“Marie helped me to hone in on the correct details in all of my college essays. She was open to multiple drafts and always prompt in her responses. Her perspective was valuable throughout my admissions process.” --E.D. (college applicant)
"It was a huge confidence boost knowing Marie had vetted my personal statement before I hit 'submit' on my graduate school application. Not only did Marie's detailed feedback allow me to produce a focused and well-structured statement, it also challenged me to think more deeply about my reasons for pursuing the degree. The process left me with both a better written statement as well as a more cogent understanding of my choice to apply to graduate school. I'm extremely grateful to have had Marie's counsel during the application process, and look forward to pursuing my MPH this January!"--J.M. (graduate school applicant)
"Starting the college application process was overwhelming and picking my essay topics was a daunting task. Marie helped me decide what topic would be most beneficial for each essay and she helped me to develop my unfinished ideas to a final product that I was proud of. I know that there are many factors that go into a college acceptance, but Marie's help with my essays allowed me to submit the strongest application possible which I strongly believe contributed to getting into my college early decision."--K.Q. (college applicant)
" After helping our two older children with their college essays and applications, we knew we needed help for our two younger children as they started the college application process. Our expertise is in the financial arena and no one can craft a better business plan or spreadsheet than me and my husband! However, colleges are looking for applicants who can present a well-written, articulate and genuine essay and that is not our strong suit. We hired Marie to help our children work through the essay and application process. Marie “coached” them during the process by helping them select an essay topic, suggesting rewrites and edits along the way, and helping steer them in the right direction all while maintaining the integrity of their own voice. The end results were a better written application that reflected their thoughts and personalities. I highly recommend Marie!"--S.Q. (parent of college applicants)