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GHOSTWRITING
“Karen and I share a love of good writing and an enthusiasm for correct English. Karen is a top-notch author of both fiction and non-fiction, and I thoroughly recommend her services to anyone who needs help with content editing.”
(Leslie Popham, Managing Director, Regis Publishing Ltd.)
“I just finished the latest Installer and I wanted to compliment you all. What a great issue. The idea of bringing Karen in to do the writing is brilliant. It looks great and reads great. It makes us look so good. Keep up the good work. Great job everyone. I can’t wait to read the next one.“
(Mike DiGilio, President, Wallcovering Installers Association)
Articles, Blogs & More
- Paula Howard Essentials Blog
- “10 Tips for First-Time Business Visitors to Asia” and “5 Tips for Successful Business Expansion to Asia” for Clark & Kent
- “The True Cost of Bad CRM Data” for MedQor
- Poison Ivy Patrol
- Blog for TransitionHer Consulting + Coaching, formerly Heggen Group (2016 – 2018)
- STO Responsible Case Study for Creative Mechanisms
- Zawadee Blog
- Mother-Works Blog
- “Author: The Ultimate World-at-Home Career” Part I, Part II, and Part III
- “Know Your Worth and Get It: Negotiate Your Salary“
- “How Do I Look?: Interview Attire“
- “Job Networking: Whom You Know“
- “The Art of the Cover Letter“
- “Are You Considering a Midlife Career Change?“
- “Freelancing: What’s the Going Rate?“
- “A Positive Way to Approach Startup Cash Flow Downturn“
- “Tips for Summer Storage: Denver Fur & Leather Coats“
- “How to Use Automation to Improve Your Accounting Processes“
- “6 Tips for Curb Appeal” and “The Perfect Paint Job” for Ask Amy Staging
- Altitude Dispensary
- American Arbor Care
- “Denver Tree Pros Recommend Borer Treatments Now“
- “Denver Tree Services Recommend You Treat Ips Beetles Now“
- “Just Add Water: A Good Spring Start for Denver Landscaping“
- “Denver Tree Service: Learn the Differences Between Lilac Ash Borer and Emerald Ash Borer“
- “Have You Started Your Watering Routine? Keep Fruit Trees Healthy with Denver Tree Experts’ Advice“
- “4 Ways to Find Financing for Your Dream Home“
- Big Creek Roofing & Restoration
- “Will Niche SVOD Services Even Stand a Chance?“
- “How SVOD Services Use Data to Make Decisions“
“Highly recommended writer. High quality work!”
(Mary Hoy)
Books
- Look Me in the Eyes screenplay-to-novel adaptation for Christa Cusack O’Neill
- Riding Lessons: Policool Ranch Series Book 1 by Dawn Coyote
- House Secrets by Perry Freeman
- Book of Thomas and Red Sky Country screenplay-to-novel adaptations for Johnny B. Dunn
- Birth of A Superhero by Michele Nold
- The Wall: Guardian’s Redemption by Leo Bernard
- Black of Heart by Rachel Powers
- Girl’s Guide: Fashion on a Budget by Karen Smith (for Eldorado Ink)
- How to Start Your Home-Based Income Tax Business by Ana Diaz
EDITING
“Karen did an amazing job! She’s professional, thorough and offered constructive criticism. What more can I ask for?“
(Ashley MarChelle)
“I highly recommend Karen. She did a remarkable job editing my first book manuscript. I look forward to working with her in the future.“
(Donna Johnson)
Books, Short Stories, Magazines, and More
- a)plan coaching blog
- The 100 Year Education: How a Long-Term View Will Radically Change Your Family by Teresa Kuhn, JD, RFC, CSA & Rick Sapio, IE
- The Lady and the Stubborn Rancher by Arla Jones
- My Maine Symbols and My Flag Quest by David Blomstrom
- EVolution: Rose and Vera Save Mother Earth by Ermine Cunningham
- Shadow of Everest by Fred Yeager
- Black Dawn: Rise of Power by J. G. Ruf
- From Shattered to Soaring: How I Transformed Anxiety, Panic, and Depression To Uncover Greatness – And You Can Too by Craig Evans
- Chromosome Cowgirls by Joshua Witmyer
- Lead Me Where the Light Is by N. Galilea
- Value Scout blog
- Windhof Career Services executive resumes, biographies, cover letters, etc.
- Executive Career Coach Institute course materials
- The American Reality: Being a Black Alien in the White Man’s World: A Memoir by Shaka Bello
- Concrete Chronicles Vol. 1 and Concrete Chronicles Vol. 2 by Dominic Brogsdale
- ECCI Certification Course Workbook by the Executive Career Coaching Institute, LLC
- Dearly Departed, God Bless the Block by Marshay Crowley
- NFL: Not For Long by Damond Smith
- “Don’t Be Afraid,” “Stars Never Die Part I: A Movie to Die For, “Sex, Violence, Mars: The Landing,” “Sex, Violence, Mars: The Ballad of Left and Right” by Walrus (pseudonym)
- Blog articles for Rozou & Associates Law Firm
- Blog articles for Proficio Partners, LLC
- Rise of the Mandroids: Infinity Book 2 and The World of Darkness: Infinity Book 3 by Tejas Mathai
- “Don’t Be Afraid” by Joshua Witmeyer and Clint Wessinger
- “Evil on Top of Evil: Part I” and “Evil on Top of Evil: Part II” by Dominic Brogsdale
- It Just Takes Time by Donna Johnson
- Haute Living San Francisco, all articles from Jul/Aug 2019 to present.
- Hawaii on Fire by Eileen Choquette
- Singing the Gospel: Managing Music Ministry in the Black Church by Dr. James C. Gear
- Upwards: Maximize Life with Positivity, Passion, and Purpose by Aaron Hunnel
- The Angel Motel by Diane Sokolowski
- Don’t Be a Wife to a Boyfriend by Shonda B. White
- Works by Author Russ Towne (multiple books, including westerns, children’s literature, and thrillers)
- The Beautiful Word Solution and Divine Entrainment by Kathryn Gaertner
- The Mental Patient by C. P. DeSavary
- The Water Book by M. E. Girouard
- Black Magic Gang: Jack the Ripper Case Reopened by Ray Saunders
- Have You Watered Your Garden Today? by Ashley Marchelle
- The Donkey (English Translation) by Jesus Tobias
- Legend of the Unicorn by Sybrina Durrant
- Making Love: 6 Steps to a Better Sex Life by Ingunn Tennbakk
- Jerry Quarry Died for Our Sins by Al Walentis
- Be Ready for GDPR by Punit Bhatia
- The Broadcast and The Newton Code by Liam Fialkov
- The Secrets in Forever by CT Jackson & Terrence Trafton
- The Magical Meniscus by Randy Lee White
CRITIQUES
“It’s always nerve-racking having your work critiqued, especially by a professional. Karen made the process simple and easy. She was able to knock out my manuscript in no time and gave me valuable feedback to make it better. When I get the next one done, I’m definitely heading her way again.“
(Brett Kade)
Books
- The Newton Code by Liam Fialkov
- Spirit of a Rising Sun by Kyle Galindez
- Infinity: Secret of the Diamonds by Tejas Mathai
- Pioneers: The Story of the Oswego County’s Search and Rescue Team by Jim Farfaglia
- What If the United States of America Executive Branch Was the Only Governing Authority of the USA: Executive Branch and State Rights by Nathaniel Rainey
- The Hunter: Will You Be Next? by Stephanie Colbert
DOCUMENT FORMATTING
“This is great – I absolutely love it.“
(Tim Windhof, Executive Career Coaching Institute, LLC)
Books, Newletters & More
- Becoming God’s Masterpiece: Live the Life You Were Created For by Brent Phillips
- The Beautiful Word Solution and Divine Entrainment by Kathryn Gaertner
- How I Made $50K in 3 Months with My Home-Based Tax Business by Ana Diaz
- The Hopper, member newsletter published by the North American Power Sweeping Association
- World Library Foundation Newsletter published by the World Library Foundation
- Desperate Journeys: Five Suspenseful, Action-Packed Stories and At the Jagged Edge of Shadows: 2 Stories that Take You Where Hopes, Dreams, and Fears Collide, Western Justice, and The One That Got Away by Russ Towne
- Six Shots Each Gun by Russ Towne & Holly Bargo
- Concrete Chronicles Vol. 1 and Concrete Chronicles Vol. 2 by Dominic Brogsdale
- Dearly Departed, God Bless the Block by Marshay Crowley
- NFL: Not For Long by Damond Smith
- ECCI Certification Course Workbook by the Executive Career Coaching Institute, LLC
- The American Reality: Being a Black Alien in the White Man’s World: A Memoir by Shaka Bello
- Choosing Judaism and At-Home Behavior Secrets: The Ultimate Guide to Research-Based Strategies to Ensure Your Child’s Academic Success in the “New Normal” Without Yelling, Punishing, or Pulling Your Hair Out by Bradley Caro Cook
Projects with
My Byline
“Wonderful experience to work with Karen, effortless to communicate with her. She’s super knowledgeable how to write an excellent article. Hope to work again with you.“
(By Charles Leveilee, New Apps Agency)
Books, Newletters & More
- “Will Vinpocetine Make You Smarter?,” “Ghostly Expectations,” “The Decline of Romance,” “Suicide: The Taboo Conversation” published by Medium
- “Romance for Dummies” published by OltoBooks
- “I Have 7 Cats — These Are the Cat Litters I Use” published by Hearst Newspapers
- “My Son Took His Own Life; It Was Lockdown that Got Him” published by Newsweek
- “When to Give Your AMC the Boot” in AssociationSuccess.org Blog
- “Rectifying a Bad Design Trend: How to Survive in an Open Office Plan” in Ivy Exec Blog
- “‘I’m a Writer’ Is Just the Beginning” in Pam’s Wild Rose Blog
- World Library Foundation Newsletter (all issues 2017 – 2019)
- The Hopper: Newsletter of the North American Power Sweeping Association (2018 – 2022)
- The Installer: Newsletter of the Wallcovering Installers Association (2017 – 2022)
- InterActions: Newsletter of SAVE International (2004 – 2015)
- “50 Shades of Gray on the Moral Spectrum” and “Is Fantasy Hocus without Pocus?” in Red Sun Magazine
- “Underemployment: A Middle-Aged Perspective” in The Underemployed Life Blog
- “Monster Romance” and “Those Devilish Details” in Your Secret Library
- “Love at First Sight” in I Love Romance Blog
- “A Modern-Day Vampire“
- “SEO Tips for Authors” in New Apps Agency Blog
- “Girls Can’t Do That” in Defiant Scribe
- “When Romance Perturbs” in Imprint Digital Blog