Suggested Development

I help writers and businesses shape compelling, polished, publication-ready work through developmental editing, copy editing, book coaching, marketing advice, and corporate communications editing. Suggested Development gives authors and professionals worldwide the chance to strengthen their manuscripts and materials with thoughtful, experienced guidance. If you're looking for expert editing delivered with clarity, care, and decades of industry insight, I invite you to reach out today at (845) 893-0173.

Drawing on years as an award-winning author and editor, I approach every project at Suggested Development with insight, as I understand the publishing experience from both sides of the desk. My work as a developmental editor, paired with a career in writing and publishing, allows me to see what elevates a manuscript—and what stands in its way. Clients choose me for my ability to blend precision with a coach’s instinct, offering thoughtful edits, actionable direction, and a supportive partnership that helps their work shine.

I began editing in 1987, long before Suggested Development took shape, and the decision to open my own business in 2020 grew naturally from decades spent writing, refining, and publishing stories of my own. With seventeen books written and many more in progress, I’ve lived every stage of the writing journey, from initial concept to final proof. That experience fuels my commitment to guide others through the same process with confidence, clarity, and a steady hand—because I know how transformative the right editorial support can be.