Editing

Writing is hard, but writing something that truly captures your voice and message is even harder. I’m here to edit your texts for clarity, concision, and effectiveness. I will help you achieve the best style for your writing purpose, whether that’s to reach new customers for your online business or to publish in an academic journal.

Tutoring

I offer in-home tutoring for students of all ages in coursework related to Language Arts, History, and Social Studies, including AP-level material. Whether you are working on a specific school task, such as a midterm essay, or require long-term remedial help, I can tailor an individualized lesson plan that directly addresses your specific needs.

College Application Consulting

With so many colleges out there, how do you find the one that’s right for you? Together, we can create a customized list based on your unique set of preferences regarding academic programs, class sizes, location, and any other relevant factors. After that, we can move on to the most challenging component of your college application: the essays.

College Essay Writing

Especially when it comes to the most competitive schools, a solid application essay will really make you stand out from the crowd. I’m here to help you pick the perfect topic, find your own unique voice, and weed out those pesky grammar and spelling issues.

Article and Blog Writing

Want to reach new customers and readers, but don’t know how to put your thoughts into words? Let me do that for you. I will write the article with your specific audience in mind and make your message as persuasive as can be.

Proofreading

Do I need this comma? What is the difference between a hyphen and a dash? Will this use of a semicolon make me look smarter? No need to ask yourself any of these questions — I’ve got you covered (and yes, that’s how you use a dash).

Translation

I am both a native speaker in English and in Dutch with an equal amount of love for these two rich languages. Are you a Dutch business or writer hoping to reach an English-speaking audience? Let me take care of that for you. As someone who grew up in the Netherlands and America, I can translate not only the language, but also the cultural context of your writing.