Precision Revision
Expert Editing by Laurie Masters
Flailing in your writing process or think your manuscript’s ready for a final polish? I’m your multifaceted editor, from rototilling storylines to perfecting every detail.
Assisting people in expressing themselves in writing is a huge part of my life purpose. Invariably, when I work with an author, whether they’re creating a brochure or writing a book, they tell me they learn a great deal about writing and clarity of expression ... and we have a lot of fun!
Other Services
Virtual Author Assistant
I help streamline your writing process—organizing notes, managing drafts, fact-checking, formatting, and handling reader communications. Authors trust me to capture their voice and refine their ideas, turning even rough concepts into polished, clear chapters.
Research Virtual Assistant
Need crucial information fast? I’m a research expert, dedicated to saving you time by finding exactly what you need.
Organizer
If you’re struggling with misplaced files, I’ll bring order to your digital workspace. With my passion for organization, I’ll set up systems that help you work more efficiently and find everything in its place.
Virtual Assistant Trainer
I’ll train your new VA by first handling the tasks myself, documenting every step and decision. Then, I’ll guide your VA through a structured handoff to ensure they’re fully trained and confident.
TESTIMONIALS
Pam Armstrong, author of Surviving Healthcare
“You so obviously want this to be good, and I don’t think I could find anyone else who has your level of dedication to this project.
Robert Oppenlander, author of
Comfortably Unaware
“I wish my publishers would have allowed you to take one round of editing my new book a few months ago!"
Miki Kashtan, Cofounder, Bay Area Nonviolent Communication
“i am so confident in our communication. it's working so well. i am having zero anxiety about anything falling through any cracks. they just don't seem to exist. i wish for you to relax. i have been singing all week.”
Rex Bowlby, author of
Plant Roots
“Let me say ... You have a wonderful “bookside” manner.” You don’t show me “what you know” by finding as many problems as you can. You take your ego out it. Also, you reek of integrity.”
Franca Baroni, author of On Governance: Cor Publicum-The Evolution of Res Publica
“I chose Laurie among other candidates because of her professionalism, her honest, generous, and straightforward style, and her high level of integrity in handling the costs.”
Rick Geggie, author of Healing Practices to Help Kids Grow Up Easier
“I am amazed and really tickled. I am so moved by the great difference ... in fact, moved to joyous tears that my book proposal looks so professional .... What skill you have.”
Richard Chisholm, author
"Your ability to articulate and be in a style that feels so representative of my truth, my speaking style, and desire to connect, moves me so much that I want to cry. How can someone say my thoughts better than me? You are a supernatural Vulcan mind-melding editing freak of a blessing!"
Dr. Doug Graham, author of The 80/10/10 Diet
Laurie will assuredly make your book the best that it possibly can be. She will communicate with you daily. It may take longer than you want, because Laurie may make suggestions that require a bit more effort on your part, but the finished product will be something that you will always be proud of and won’t want to redo later down the road.”
