Linda E

Pittsburgh, United States

“Clarity is essential to effective communication.”

Specialist subjects:

Agriculture & Forestry Botany Earth Sciences Education TESOL Theology & Religious Studies Town & Country Planning and Landscape Design

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Education:

BS in Horticulture

University of Maryland, College Park

1981–1985

Favorite referencing style

I have full flexibility to work with any referencing style.

Why I became an editor

I have always had an eye for detail and a strong work ethic. Proofreading allows me to apply that precision and excellence to my work.

Background and experience

After graduating university, I pursued my interests in research and education. While working at the Chicago Botanic Garden and the Morris Arboretum, I developed and refined the texts for two public garden exhibits. For the USDA’s Agricultural Research Service, I practiced technical writing while documenting research results as a lab technician. Later, I trained and supervised volunteers at a community food bank. Recently, I taught grammar, spelling, and writing skills to ESL students online.

Why I love proofreading and editing

Helping my clients present their best work motivates me to do my best work.

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Favorite book:

Endurance: Shackleton's Incredible Voyage by Alfred Lansing

Hobbies:

When I'm not proofreading, I enjoy reading, sewing, and traveling to visit family.

Editing tips:

I begin each project with respect for the author and their goals.

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