Words: such curious, sensitive and expressive things they are. So full of power and potential. The challenge to find the right tone, flow and phrasing is one that keeps me happily typing and editing until the last word has revealed itself. As a native English speaker born and raised in the United States, I passed the NT2 exam in 2004 (Dutch as a second language, advanced level), only 10 months after moving to the Netherlands and learning my first Dutch word. Long story short, adding the role of translator to my list of writing activities felt only natural (Dutch to English).

 

I specialize in editing academic articles—particularly in the social sciences—helping researchers refine their manuscripts for publication. By addressing both technical precision and higher-level concerns like coherence, word choice and voice, I help my clients craft clear, digestible arguments while maintaining consistency in American, British or Oxford English. I'm also uniquely qualified to create compelling, accurate copy for companies in the arts and fashion thanks to my background in theater, design and tailoring. That said, I enjoy writing, translating and editing a broad range of subjects and am always up for something new (check out my work for some examples).

 

Now enough about me, here's why you need my services: because judging the quality of your own writing can be tricky, especially if you're not working in your native language. While your readers are guaranteed to be affected by it, they’re unlikely to offer negative feedback if your text is unappealing or contains frequent errors. And yet, we all know from experience that a clumsy writing style and mistakes give off a bad impression. By conveying professionalism and charm, your writing should inspire confidence and enthusiasm. Delivering anything less is a disservice to your hard work and undermines your (company’s) full potential.

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Do you need a sharp and coherent English-language text for your book, website, brochure, dissertation or what have you? Let me know, I'd love to explore the possibilities with you.