Philosophy of Editing
A work in self-reflection about my perspective on what it means to be an editor, which stems mainly from my education and personal, practical experience.
All these people, these hundreds of thousands of people, have stories. Fascinating, ever-unwinding stories. I am just one of them. And I am still midsentence.”
About Me
I’m an editor with a passion for supporting the creation of meaningful content.
Whenever I finish reading a book, I enjoy reading the acknowledgements page where the author thanks all those who helped bring this book to readers’ hands. Always on those lists are the editors. And it makes me think about how amazing it is to be part of that story-telling process, to help writers bring their ideas to life. People have such wonderful stories to tell, and I want to help people tell them.
In my free time, I like to read (no surprise there), sing showtunes, and connect with friends and family. I always feel proud to create art, and I feel even prouder when I contribute to helping others create their own art. I look forward to utilizing my skills, experience, and interests as I further my career in editing and continue my story.
A graduate of Northeastern Illinois University (NEIU), I worked as a copyeditor for the university’s student-run newspaper, the Independent, where I helped a variety of writers reach readers clearly and effectively. This portfolio is an exhibition of my skills and experience in editing over my years at NEIU.
My Philosophy of Editing
Featured Work
Always Look on the Bright Side of Life: Book Review by Monty Stites
A piece published in my university’s newspaper for which I worked as copyeditor. I collaborated with the writer to help him polish his writing and reach his audience clearly.
It’s Just Good Business: Genre and How Editors Help Authors Fit Their Art into the Business of Publishing
An Honors project for a course in literary editing. I interviewed seasoned editors about their work and collaboration with writers when it comes to genres in publishing.
From Your Copyeditors: Common Mistakes to Look Out For
A quick guide I co-produced with a fellow copyeditor for the writers of our university newspaper. It is a practice in copyeditor teamwork & a model of the care we show for our writers’ progress.
Student Editorial Letter Example
An editorial letter I wrote for a peer in a literary editing course. I practiced discussing the writer’s work and my feedback for him as we developed an editor-writer relationship.
The Youth of War in Remarque’s All Quiet on the Western Front
A literary analysis paper I wrote for a university Honors course in English. This analysis is a demonstration of close reading of a text and attention to detail.
Additional Creative Writing Samples
More samples of creative writing available upon request. Contact me via email: sarah.t.weiner@gmail.com
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