Welcome! Whether you’re looking for assistance developing an article for publication, tailoring a grant proposal, or formatting your dissertation, I am committed to elevating the quality of your written work. I provide a wide range of editing services designed to help you communicate your ideas as effectively as possible, expedite the publication process, and advance your career.

Who am I?

I am an experienced copyeditor and academic with a Ph.D. in classics from the University of Virginia. My knowledge spans a broad array of disciplines in the sciences, social sciences, and humanities. More than a decade of experience with ancient Latin and Greek has provided me with an expert understanding of grammar and language. I am passionate about helping both established and aspiring academics articulate their research effectively and publish their work efficiently through meticulous copyediting.

Why is the company called Ink & Pumice?

In antiquity literature was written with ink on parchment that had been smoothed out by a pumice stone. The quality of the physical materials became a metaphor for the quality of the work written on them. For instance, the Roman poet Catullus refers to his book of poems as “polished by dry pumice” to signify that it is refined and skillfully crafted. Just as the rough papyrus had been carefully polished into a smooth form, the words themselves had been carefully reworked. In a similar vein, I am prepared to help your writing reach its most polished form.