Hi, I’m Madeline.

I’m a writer, editor, and researcher. And I’m here to help your work make an impact.

I specialize in nonfiction

Don’t get me wrong, fiction is great, but I do far more nonfiction.

I started out in academic editing and writing—books, grants, dissertations, journal articles, museum exhibitions, all of it. I’m always open to new ideas.

I expanded into writing marketing copy for a wine shop, with an education-based content strategy. It resonates with the customers.

Building trust is essential,
whether you’re an academic or an entrepreneur.

In a world where trust is hard to come by, where information is suspect,
I cut through the clutter and make knowledge attainable for everyone.

No topic is too erudite or niche, too abstract or complex.

I make things make sense.

I like knowledge.
I like teaching and learning.
That’s what gets me out of bed in the morning.

Services

Services

  • Need marketing copy for your business or brand? I’ve got you covered—I can amplify your style and personality and clearly communicate all you have to offer.

    $60–90/hr. depending on scope and content

  • Sometimes you have a great idea, but that’s about it. I’m here for you when you need to create an outline, build a narrative, and decide what to cover. All in your unique tone.

    STEM $55/hr.
    Humanities $50/hr.

  • You’ve written a thing, but you know it’s not quite ready to be seen. I help clean it up for grammar, punctuation, flow, clarity, and conciseness with broad changes or just a light touch.

    STEM $45/hr.
    Humanities $40/hr.
    Marketing materials $0.04/word

  • This is mostly for dissertations that are basically done but just need some cleaning.

    $40/hr. + $10 per table/figure

  • Making an index is the last thing you want to deal with when you finish writing. I can make you a comprehensive and intuitive index to make citing your work oh-so-easy.

    $50/hr.

  • This can include a bunch of different things, depending on what you need: brainstorming, research, dissertation development, fact checking, pitch development, proposal writing, strategic communications, project management—all kinds of support services you might need.

    $60–70/hr. depending on scope

Don’t see what you’re looking for? These are just my core offerings, and I’m happy to talk with you about your needs and my capabilities. Feel free to reach out!

Kind Words

“Madeline Long is a superb editor who assisted me in all phases of completing and submitting a book manuscript to my publisher. Her intelligence, attention to detail, and communication skills make her invaluable to any writer.”

— Dr. Rosemary Erpf

Professor of Art History, Savannah College of Art & Design

“Madeline did a phenomenal job editing my SJD dissertation. Legal writing can be abstruse and highly technical, and Madeline displayed a high level of skill in working within its parameters. She impressed me with her attention to detail and ability to meet my very demanding schedule. I recommend her fully to anyone in need of an editor at the PhD or SJD level.”

— Douglas L. Waters

Post-Doctoral Fellow in Native American Religion, Center for the Study of Law and Religion, Emory University School of Law

“I’ve now worked with Madeline on two very different projects. She is precise, professional, and prompt. She’s been very resourceful, and I am most grateful for her true dedication to good writing.”

— Dr. Rosemary M. Magee

Director Emerita, Stuart A. Rose Manuscript, Archives & Rare Book Library, Emory University