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Academic and Nonfiction Editing and Coaching

Helping you turn complex ideas into clear, compelling prose

Whether you're working on a book, dissertation, journal article, proposal, or query letter, the writing and revision process can feel isolating and exhausting. With editorial precision and a coach's mindset, I'll help you rediscover inspiration and gain clarity and confidence in your work. 

 

Let's lighten your mental load and reignite your momentum with writing that's ready to submit, pitch, or publish.

For Authors

For Academics

Nonfiction and memoir writing can get overwhelming—especially when you're on your own. I'll help you bring structure, clarity, and momentum to your drafts so that you can finish strong.

From dissertations to journal articles to book proposals and manuscripts, I help academics write with precision, clarity, and confidence—enhancing readability and saving you time without losing depth or rigor.

For People with Ideas

If writing isn't your go-to mode but you've got something important to say, I'm here to help. As a coach and collaborator, I'll help bring your ideas to life and make sure they land with impact.

About Me

Portrait of Lauren Simek, PhD, academic editor and nonfiction writing coach, in front of bookshelf

Hi! I'm Lauren Simek, a nonfiction and academic editor and writing coach with over twenty years of experience helping people discover effective ways to communicate their ideas and tell their stories. I’ve partnered with a broad range of individuals, from honors students, graduate students, and faculty to veterans, business owners, thought leaders, creative writers, school teachers, and retirees. I am a published writer myself, with a PhD in English Literature, and have experience working with academic writing, literary fiction, memoir, and nonfiction. I welcome all opportunities for new projects and would love to hear from you.

Testimonials

Jim Gaona Ellis, Author of Educators Are Designers,

forthcoming from Harvard Education Press

“My work was accepted at a more prestigious publisher because of Lauren’s experience and expertise. Without her guidance, support, and skill, this outcome would not have been possible. Lauren is a masterful editor who demonstrates an incredible ability to guide large, complex writing projects with precision, and helped me clearly define the scope and goals of my book. As a writing partner, she clarified my ideas, elevated them into magnificent prose, and organized the whole thing masterfully for publication. Writing professionally can be taxing, but Lauren's warm and supportive personality made the entire process enjoyable.”

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