Putting on My Consultant Hat (After 8+ Years Behind the Scenes)
Editing, brainstorming, proofing or brainsprinkles--I'm here for it!
Writing is the way I process my days, but one of the things I love doing most is helping your words find their way into the world. Since 2017, along with my own weekly writing and publishing three books, I’ve worked with dozens of different writers and publications in all genres. Note: A complete list of Substackers with whom I’ve worked is coming soon.
If you are an aspiring author and would like a companion and coach, I can help with the basics:
SELF-PUBLISHING–Where to begin, what to know and how to get from brainstorm to book launch. You can download your FREE 12-month self-publishing checklist HERE.
SUBSTACK for SMARTIES–Ten Points to Begin your Substack Journey
BOOK PROPOSALS-Developmental Editing & Fine-Tuning
EDITING–Big Picture Assessment, Developmental Editing, Content and Copy Editing
Ready to brainstorm that book or website? Got questions about Substack? I’m here for you.
Click HERE to set up a 30-Minute Clarity Call for $99
Or 60 Minutes for only $149. Get all the Details HERE
REASONS TO CONSIDER WORKING WITH ME
My work has been featured, from essays to poetry, in publications like Dappled Things, WhaleRoad Review, Ekstasis, The Joyful Life Magazine, Tweetspeak Poetry D.S. Martin’s Ephesians Project, Fathom Magazine, (in)courage and more. You can find a complete list here—including podcasts and interviews I’ve been featured on—HERE.
ENDORSEMENTS:
Nancy Klimp, “Nature Speaks to Us” Picture book series--Marketing, website consult, content edits, children’s picture book series.
Amy Boykin, The Way—"God’s Call on an Ordinary Family to His Extraordinary Life” Ghostwriting--60,000 words.
Louise Braun Frank, “The Gift of Great Sorrow,” Book proposal/Content edits—70,000 words.
Additional Projects1
“Jody is a warm, caring, and knowledgeable guide for writers at every stage.” ~ Emily Sue Allen, founder of KindredMom.com and writer at “The Process of Healing” on Substack.
“Jody is so much more than an editor, though she is that, too. She reads carefully and responds thoughtfully. But just as helpful as her ideas for improvement are her encouragement, her excitement, and her I’m-for-you attitude, all of which makes her thoughtful critique a sweet pill to swallow.” –K.C. Ireton, author of Cracking Up: A PostPartum Faith Crisis (Mason/Lewis Press, 2013) and The Circle of Seasons: Meeting God in the Church Year . Essays & literature, some poetry.
“As a proofreader, Jody provides such a gift of confidence. I know that when I incorporate her corrections into my writing that my tenses and punctuation will always be solid and appropriate. As an editor, Jody is a partner. Her keenly insightful suggestions help me hone my message and give me that all important reader’s point of view. I simply do not want to publish a word without knowing it has passed under her watchful and gracious eye.” –Dana Buck, Author & Podcaster of Sew Powerful Parables. 45,000 Words
“Jody Collins provided excellent service in working with our new writers to edit and rewrite articles and blogs for our magazine and website. She is an excellent editor and was able to complete each piece in a timely manner. It was remarkable to see the improvement in articles that she worked on. Several of the writers reported learning a great deal from Jody in the process of working on with her.” –Helen Steinkamp, Co-founder, Salt + Clay: Beautiful Purpose Essay editor for online authors, varying lengths.
EXPERIENCE | QUALIFICATIONS| EDUCATION
A.A. Fullerton College, English/Journalism Major
B.A. Liberal Studies, English Major, 1991 K-8 Teaching Credential
Twenty five Years’ writing online & in print
Twenty plus years in Elementary & Middle School Classrooms
MY BOOKS
“Mining the Bright Birds: Poems of Longing for Home,” 2023, Wipf & Stock
“Hearts on Pilgrimage-Poems & Prayers,” 2021, independently published.
“Living the Season Well-Reclaiming Christmas,” (2017, rev. 2018), independently published.
Way to go Jody! I’m cheering you on. 🧡
I'm glad you're doing this. Good editors are so important!