Portfolio & Testimonials

Stories brought to life

A selection of the authors and projects I've had the privilege of working with — and what they had to say about the experience.

From the Authors

What authors say

Manuscript Editing
Working with A Howard Activity was the turning point for my manuscript. The editorial letter was the most useful document I received in three years of writing — honest, specific, and deeply encouraging. My book is immeasurably better for it.
M

Margaret H.

Debut literary fiction

Manuscript Editing
I came in with a rough draft and left with a polished manuscript I was proud to submit. The process felt like a true partnership from the very first page. Every note was considered, every suggestion was explained. I never felt judged — only supported.
J

James R.

Historical narrative

Manuscript Evaluation
The manuscript evaluation gave me clarity I hadn't found anywhere else. Honest, thoughtful, and deeply invested in the work. I walked away knowing exactly what my book needed — and, more importantly, believing I could deliver it.
P

Priya S.

Memoir

Publishing Support
I'd been querying for two years with no success. After working on my query letter and synopsis together, I had three full manuscript requests within a month. The publishing support was worth every penny.
D

Daniel O.

Literary thriller

Proofreading
The proofreading was meticulous. Not a single inconsistency slipped through. I published with complete confidence, knowing the manuscript had been read with genuine care and expertise.
C

Claire M.

Short story collection

Manuscript Editing
What sets this editor apart is the quality of attention. I felt my work was truly read — not processed. The feedback was surgical where it needed to be and generous where it could be. I couldn't recommend the experience more highly.
T

Thomas W.

Narrative non-fiction

Selected Projects

A sample of recent work

All projects listed with author permission. Titles and identifying details may be withheld at the author's request.

01Literary Fiction

Debut novel — full developmental and line edit. Manuscript went on to secure literary agent representation.

Manuscript Editing
02Memoir

Full manuscript evaluation followed by two rounds of developmental editing. Published independently to strong reader response.

Manuscript Evaluation & Editing
03Historical Fiction

Line edit and proofreading for a 120,000-word historical novel. Submitted to publishers following editorial work.

Manuscript Editing & Proofreading
04Narrative Non-Fiction

Book proposal development and query letter for a narrative non-fiction project. Secured agent interest within six weeks.

Publishing Support
05Short Story Collection

Proofreading and consistency edit for a debut short story collection ahead of independent publication.

Proofreading

Your manuscript could be next

Every project on this page began with a conversation. If you're ready to take your manuscript to the next level, I'd love to hear about your work.