T. Daniel McCrossan
Freelance Writer and Editor
I have a passion for words. All things words. I find myself noticing the mistakes in publications, even on television shows I hear mistakes in phrasing. Words construct the world around us, and I love working with them.
I am great at editing and maintaining the voice of the author. I seamlessly meld spelling, punctuation, and syntax with flow to create a final piece which lets your work shine. I can take that step back, which authors cannot, that allows me to see the missing pieces to add. Those minor pieces which make the whole work go from great to outstanding.
Words are my passion. I live to create and manipulate the different forms and structures. Words can flow through your mind like a placid stream and blow through your mind like a tornado. I will help you create exactly what you want. I know how to get a feel for your voice and your style. I will then take that and use it to make your work shine through what I can add.
I work quickly but with high attention to detail. I double check my work, and if I have any doubts, I triple check. My efficiency allows me to provide a quick turn around for clients, with a final product they are satisfied with.
Editor. Nonfiction book
​2013 - present
This is a full book project, with the first draft coming in at 123,896 words. The work includes draft evaluation, content editing, organizational help and format editing, research, citations, grammar and other proofreading duties.
Editor. The Chocolate League #1: No Parks, No Sparks by Rah and Jahi Humphrey
​2013
This book is aimed at young readers. I worked on plot development, helping the authors to find the desired voice, maintaining the desired balance between standard grammar and vernacular, proofreading, and general editing. Check it out here!
Skills
Microsoft Word
OpenOffice
MLA, APA, and some Chicago style
University at Albany
Albany, NY
2010-2012
Bachelor of the Arts in English.
State University of New York at Cobleskill
2009-2010
Associates of the Arts in Humanities
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