Roxanne is always happy to discuss kidlit IP and ghostwriting projects. She only takes on adult projects by referral.

Willa Carter once said, "there are only two or three human stories." But there are endless ways of telling them. Story is history and legend. It is imagination and possibilities. It is love . . . betrayal . . . survival . . . growth. Story connects us. It crosses borders and jumps time. Story is the painter of life.

Everyone has a story. Whether you're in business or education, ministry or technology, story is the basis for your audience connection. It's how you're remembered.

​Are you connecting? Are you telling good story?

As a freelance writer and editor, with experience in multiple genres and formats, Roxanne produces and edits original story (a.k.a. "content") for books, websites, and magazines. She works with publishers, education corporations, non-profit organizations, and individuals; and is happy to provide additional information upon request.

"Owning your story is the bravest thing you'll ever do." ~Brene Brown

Freelance Services

Kidlit Ghostwriting

Roxanne ghostwrites non-rhyming picture books, licensed character easy- and transitional readers, stand-alone chapter books or series installments for both individual clients and publishers. Her background in education gives her special insight in writing to curriculum standards and/or specific reading levels. Contact her for a quote.

Kidlit Publishing Consultations

Author of nearly 70 traditionally-published children's books, and many more ghostwritten stories, Roxanne offers kidlit publishing consultations as part of her freelance services. Consultations include manuscript evaluation, market research and submission help through pitch development, fully-customized query letters, and targeted agent/publisher lists. Add-on: $375

Manuscript & Query Critiques

Roxanne also offers balanced critiques for fiction and nonfiction manuscripts that include specific., actionable advice to improve story structure/pacing, character development, and voice without overwhelming the author. At this time, she does not critique scripts, poetry, or graphic novels. Critiques: $100

Copywriting

With fifteen years experience, Roxanne produces original copy for both print and digital media consistent with Client voice and branding. 

Editing

Nonfiction conceptual and stylistic editing services, and developmental edits for fiction, prepare client manuscripts for the next phase of their publication journey. Several books Roxanne has edited have been picked up by traditional publishers. For more information, or to request a quote, please contact her.

Ghostwriting

Using speech and teaching transcripts, curriculum, and recorded interviews, Roxanne ghostwrites nonfiction books for nonprofits and individuals. Authors range from local college instructors to internationally-known motivational speakers. Previously written topics include: education, parenting, memoir, real estate, religion, history, finance, inspirational living, and topical Bible studies.