Thank you for visiting my site. As a writer, as well as an editor, I understand the time and passion writers invest in their manuscripts, and how difficult it is to turn it over to an unknown person for critiquing. That’s why I believe in creating a literary relationship with my clients—one in which we work together to achieve a finished manuscript that truly communicates the writer’s intent, and has the potential to be published.
This also means I won’t take on just anyone’s writing. I only accept clients after performing a careful evaluation of a writing sample, and speaking personally with the writer to determine his or her writing philosophy and goals.
My editing approach has been developed through many years of working as a writer, and with writers. I am a published writer and an editor for the Los Angeles Review. I’ve lived on both coasts and currently reside in Michigan, which I believe gives me a broad perspective regarding life and culture, as well as literature. I have a thorough understanding of the writing business, which helps my clients shape their projects into publishable material.
Please use the links at right for more specific information about me and how I work. You can also visit my blog at http://joeponepinto.com for greater insight as to how I think about writing.
If you have questions or would like to discuss a project, please contact me at jpon@thirdreader.com. I look forward to hearing from you.
