Editing

The Art of Writing

“When I write, I give people access to their own emotions.” —Gord Downie

The impact of your writing comes from YOUR amazing ideas and extensive knowledge! But once your text or manuscript is finished, gaining another’s perspective on your work helps to transform those great ideas into a sensational finished product.

I can work with you to bring more clarity, consistency, and confidence to your composition with the help of careful and concise editing! Bring your composition to completeness by using a fresh perspective to polish and refine your writing, while maintaining your unique voice, style, and intention!

Experience:

I have been writing personally, academically, and professionally throughout my life. I completed my Bachelor of Arts Honours from the University of Saskatchewan with areas of specialization in Music, English and Fine Arts. I later completed the combined Bachelor of Music in Music Education / Bachelor of Education degrees, including additional training in literacy and language. I consistently received top marks in my written work throughout my studies, and my papers were often used by my professors as examples for future students. My students have developed into accomplished writers, completing various research and creative writing projects such as inquiry reports and short novels. I have worked as a freelance editor in collaboration with an established book publishing company, as well as co-writer / editor / designer for cinema pre-shows across Canada. I take pride in completing exceptional editing work that is thoroughly and completely polished to help your writing be the best it can be.

Three levels of editing available:

Proofreading

Copy Editing

Structural Editing

Testimonials:

The developmental editing of my book by Joanna was invaluable, she helped me find clarity and direction in my story. After her line editing and insights, I was able to easily finish my manuscript. It was a pleasure to work with Joanna on my book project.

- Cynthia Sotnikow, author of Sparkle On! One Woman's Creative Way of Reclaiming Her Wellness & Living Life

My book 31 Dimes from Heaven is a story about my near-death experience and how it completely changed my life. It was vital that I found an editor who would honour my words and keep my story true to me. I was thrilled to receive back the edit from Joanna, I felt as if she completely understood me, my journey and she brought my book alive. I feel blessed to have worked with her. Thank you Joanna Bell.

- Sara McClellan, author of 31 Dimes from Heaven

Thanks Joanna for all the magic and heart you bring to projects. I have no hesitations when I send people your way! Writers are often afraid of judgement from someone who is seeing their work for the first time and I love knowing that you approach each project and person with compassion to help them become better writers and to make their projects more impactful. You bring so much extra value to all these amazing projects!

- Jennifer Sparks, Author.Speaker.Strategist.Publisher ~ JenniferSparks.ca

Contact:

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© Joanna Bell, B.A. Honours, B.Mus.Mus.Ed., B.Ed. / Listoe-Bell Productions 2025