Hi! I’m Kim, an award-winning playwright, author, and a dedicated editor. My purpose is to help aspiring authors embrace and share their unique stories, ultimately bringing positive change to the world. I achieve this by guiding them to remove internal and external barriers, enabling them to shape their narrative so readers can truly embrace it. Story is incredibly important to me, whether we use it to entertain, inform, assist, encourage, educate, or more. I know firsthand how freeing telling stories is, and I love creating that feeling for others.

My Unique Approach to Story & Editing

My passion for story is deeply rooted in my BA in Drama, where I trained in the Meisner Technique of Acting. This isn't just about performance; it taught me:

• Deep inquiry: To ask the big questions – "how" and "why" – delving beyond the surface to the core of a story.

• Authenticity: Understanding motivations and emotional truths, ensuring every element feels real and impactful.

• Active Listening: Tuning into the author's true intentions and the story's unique voice.

This translates directly to my editing: I don't just fix words; I help you uncover and amplify the truth and resonance of your narrative.

Professional Editing Credentials

Further solidifying my expertise, I hold professional certifications from Queen's University Faculty of Education (Ontario):

• Structural (Developmental) Editing: Shaping your story's foundation – plot, character arcs, pacing, and overall flow.

• Copyediting: Meticulously polishing your prose for clarity, consistency, grammar, and style.

In short: I help authors craft powerful, authentic, and polished stories from concept to final draft.

Beyond the Desk

When I'm not immersed in manuscripts, you'll find me:

• Devouring books (a voracious reader!)

• Spending time with my cats (and other people’s dogs!)

• Enjoying TV shows and nerdy (and easy) Xbox games

• Sharing life with friends

My happy place: Reading, writing, and editing outside in the warmth of spring and summer sun.