Sandra Judd has edited or proofread over 300 published
books, on topics that include politics, history, business, literary criticism,
ethnic history, anthropology, science and medicine,
industry manuals, memoirs, Christian and inspirational, parenting and
relationships, humor, and fiction.
Sandy is an editor, proofreader, and indexer with more than 20 years of
experience in the publishing industry. Her clients have included university
presses, large, mainstream publishers, and smaller presses and professional
organizations. She has edited 20+ volumes in the Health Reference Series published by Omnigraphics, all published under her name as editor.
She has also edited professional journals and newsletters, business plans, scholarly articles being prepared for publication, economic plans to be distributed to the state legislature, and a number of dissertations.
She has prepared indexes for more than 30 published books.
She strives for precision in language and is devoted to making the author's voice heard.
- Proofreading and copyediting
- Stylistic editing
- Substantive editing
- Indexing
- Fiction: Thrillers, mysteries, Christian, historical fiction
- Nonfiction: Inspirational, self-help, business, science and medicine, ethnology, history, political science, memoirs, scholarly/textbooks
A Partial List of Books Edited
Never the Whole Story by Anita Skeen, Michigan State University Press, 2011
Eating Disorders Sourcebook, Third Edition edited by Sandra J. Judd, Omnigraphics, 2011
Sacrifice by Rene Girard, Michigan State University Press, 2011
When Your Doctor Says: Diabetes edited by David. A. Cooke, KWS Publishers, 2010
When Your Doctor Says: Heart Disease edited by David A. Cooke, KWS Publishers, 2010
Blood and Circulatory Disorders Sourcebook, Third Edition edited by Sandra J. Judd, Omnigraphics, 2010
Lithuanians in Michigan by Marius K. Grazulis, Michigan State University Press, 2009
Genetic Disorders Sourcebook, 4th Edition edited by Sandra J. Judd, Omnigraphics, 2009
Finns in Michigan by Gary Kaunonen, Michigan State University Press, 2009
Men's Health Concerns Sourcebook, 3d Edition edited by Sandra J. Judd, Omnigraphics, 2009
Tsodillo Hills: Copper Bracelet of the Kalahari by Alec C. Campbell, Michigan State University Press, 2008
Yankees in Michigan by Brian C. Wilson, Michigan State University Press, 2008
Copts in Michigan by Eliot Dickinson, Michigan State University Press, 2008
Routes of Passage: Rethinking the African Diaspora, Volume 1, Part 2 by Ruth Sims Hamilton, Michigan State University Press, 2007
Adult Health Concerns Sourcebook edited by Sandra J. Judd, Omnigraphics, 2007
Belgians in Michigan by Bernard A. Cook, Michigan State University Press, 2007
Michigan's Economic Future by Charles L. Ballard, Michigan State University Press, 2006
The Cafeteria Lady Eats Her Way Across America (And Lives to Tell about It) by Martha Bolton, Gospel Light Publications, 2006
Tender Journey: A Story for Our Troubled Times by James P. Gill, Strang Communications, 2006
Mark: Parables of Jesus, Nelson Impact, 2006
Jewish Life in the Industrial Promised Land 1855–2005 by Nora Faires and Nancy Hanflik, Michigan State University Press, 2005
Redeemed to Overcome by Drexel Pope Sr., Strang Communications, 2005
How to Get the Most Out of the Eucharist by Michael Dubruiel, Our Sunday Visitor, 2005
Look for Me All Around You: Anglophone Caribbean Immigrants in the Harlem Renaissance by Louis J. Parascandola, Wayne State University Press, 2005
Walt Whitman: The Journalism, Volume 2 edited by Herbert Bergman, Douglas A. Noverr, and Edward J. Recchia, University of Iowa Press, 2004
A Partial List of Books Proofread
Laughing Whitefish by Robert Traver, Michigan State University Press, 2011
Megan's Hero: A Novel (The Callahans of Texas, Book 3) by Sharon Gillenwater, Revell, 2011
A Killer Among Us (Women of Justice, Book 3) by Lynnette Eason, Revell, 2011
10 Things Jesus Never Said: And Why You Should Stop Believing Them by Will Davis Jr., Revell, 2011
Tomorrow's Garden (Texas Dreams, Book 3) by Amanda Cabot, Revell, 2011
When Life's Not Working: 7 Simple Choices for a Better Tomorrow by Bob Merritt, Baker Books, 2011
Personality Plus at Work: How to Work Successfully with Anyone by Florence Littauer and Rose Sweet, Revell, 2011
Is God a Moral Monster? Making Sense of the Old Testament God by Paul Copan, Baker Books, 2011
The Search: A Novel by Suzanne Woods Fisher, Revell, 2011
Never Been Kissed: A Novel by Melody Carlson, Revell, 2011
The God Girl Bible by Hayley DiMarco, Revell, 2011
The Nuts and Bolts of Church Planting: A Guide for Starting Any Kind of Church by Aubrey Malphurs, Baker Books, 2011
Christmas at Harrington's by Melody Carlson, Revell, 2010
Two Hours to Freedom: A Simple and Effective Model for Healing and Deliverance by Charles H. Kraft, Chosen Books, 2010
Becoming Your Spouse's Better Half: Why Differences Make a Marriage Great by Rick Johnson, Revell, 2010
What Happened to My Life: Finding New Passion, Purpose, and Joy by Danna Demetre, Revell, 2010
The Birth Order Book: Why You Are the Way You Are by Dr. Kevin Leman, Revell, 2009
Held Hostage: A Serial Bank Robber's Road to Redemption by Ken Cooper, Chosen Books, 2009
Marriage 101: Building a Life Together by Faith by Jewell R. Powell, Revell, 2009
Deliverance from Evil Spirits: A Practical Manual by Francis MacNutt, Chosen Books, 2009
A Passion Redeemed (Daughters of Boston, Book 2) by Julie Lessman, Revell, 2008
The Rook (The Bowers Files 2) by Steven James, Revell, 2008
Love Busters: Protecting Your Marriage from Habits that Destroy Romantic Love by Willard F. Harley Jr., Revell 2008
A Partial List of Books Indexed
Finnish American Rag Rugs: Art, Tradition, and Ethnic Continuity by Yvonne R. Lockwood, Michigan State University Press, 2009
Pandora's Locks: The Opening of the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Seaway by Jeff Alexander, Michigan State University Press, 2009
The Long Conversation: 125 Years of Sidwell Friends School by James Zug, Sidwell Friends, 2008
The Guardian: The History of South Africa's Extraordinary Anti-Apartheid Newspaper by James Zug, Michigan State University Press, 2007
Michigan's Economic Future by Charles L. Ballard, Michigan State University Press, 2006
Modeling Archaeological Site Burial in Southern Michigan: A Geoarcheological Synthesis by G. William Monaghan and William A. Lovis, Michigan State University Press, 2005
FEEDBACK "I truly appreciate Sandra’s effort in editing this work. I had concerns as to whether she could edit keeping the Nigerian culture I had written about, but she did it fantastically. I also appreciate how she helped to bring clarity to the novel yet keeping my voice. What I loved most about her was meeting the deadline. This made me feel she is someone I can count on, and I would not hesitate to contact her for future projects. The network responded to my request professionally and on time. Unlike other networks who had reservations working with me because I am Nigerian, this network was not biased and treated me very professionally." - Rita Okoroafor "Ms. Judd is an incredible editor and someone whose opinion I respect because she is a published author. From the first prompt correspondence I knew that her services would be perfect for my project. In addition to editing my manuscript, she gave me useful comments and the perspective that I was seeking to make my manuscript better. She was also very knowledgeable about the type of editing that I was in need of and also about my subject. I am very satisfied with the cost of service and the services rendered. I will use Ms. Judd for all future projects." - Angela Thornton "I found Sandra Judd’s editing of my novel to be very professional, her comments and insights always clear, precise and helpful. From the start she has been easy to communicate and work with. She listened to my concerns and questions, offered suggestions that respected both my style and what I wanted to achieve. And her work was completed early!" - Steve Muson, pastor/writer "Overall, I am pleased with the service and editing of my story. Sandra’s edits helped with the transitions within the story, making it smoother and easier to read." (On file with network coordinator) "I chose Sandy because from the initial contact she gave me great examples of changes she’d make on my manuscript. Any questions I had she responded quickly and just overall made me feel comfortable and supported!!" -- Tina Klock "High professionalism, ability to express facts and concepts, availability, easy contact. Excellent!" -- Nina Subbotina "Sandy Judd is one of the best editors I've ever worked with. Her regular encouragement, gentle prodding, and knowledge of the industry were invaluable to me. She became more than an editor; she became a friend!" -- Martha Bolton, author of 84 books of humor and inspiration "While I have never met Sandy Judd face to face, I have used her services as a copyeditor since 1997. She is easy to work with, extremely competent, and has helped me improve my writing skills. I will continue to use her services as long as she is available." -- Lewis C. Forrest, Ed.D., technical writer and published author, North Carolina "As senior editor of a book publishing company, I used Sandy Judd’s services for several years as a proofreader and copyeditor. Her detail-oriented skills and her unfailing ability to meet deadlines kept her at the very top of my list." -- Kathryn Deering, Ann Arbor, Michigan "I kept Sandra Judd as busy as she’d let me while I was senior editor at Servant Publications (1995–2001). She produced high-quality work on time and at reasonable cost. I highly recommend her." -- Heidi Hess Saxton, former senior editor, Servant Publications |
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