03 April 2013

Working Woman: Nan Reinhardt!

When you write, do you struggle to find the right words to convey your meaning? Do you routinely type there when you really mean their? Are you also, like a certain someone, who shall remain nameless, but who is lone and a woman, comma happy? Have you stared at the computer for so long that the words have lost all meaning?

WeYou might need an editor.

Meet Nan Reinhardt!

Nan is a freelance copy editor and proofreader. She's been practicing her craft for almost thirty years, first as a writer and magazine editor, before starting her own business in 1996. One of Nan's first freelance projects was proofreading Law for Dummies, making our rights (and perhaps torts and contracts) more easily understood. She still works on the For Dummies books, so I want to personally thank her for helping Two pass Chemistry!

Most of Nan's clients are publishing houses or editorial services companies, and she works primarily on computer books and college textbooks. But the beauty of being self-employed means she has flexibility to accept her own clients and make her own hours. Because her work is computer based, I should anyone can utilize her expertise!

Nan's greatest satisfaction comes in making writers sound as smart as we truly are because she is also an author! She recently published her first romance novel, RULE NUMBER ONE, and is working on three others. It is this work ethic that makes me want to be her, or at least hire her to help me sell my own novel.

If you would like to take advantage of Nan's mad skillz editorial services, please contact her at nanreinhardt.com. If you want to see if the proof is in the pudding, shoot on over to Amazon and order her book. In the meantime, gaze upon Nan in her newest role: Grandma. Now trust that Nan can make you as happy as that adorable, young lad. Even if the hat doesn't work as well on you.



Thank you, Nan, for participating in Working Woman Wednesday! Tune in next month when we'll feature another fabulous friend waiting to make your life easier. The Lone Woman will return to her regularly scheduled diary entries next week, although I can't guarantee the same result.




30 comments:

  1. LOL! She's also a fabulous critique partner, but I'm not sharing her! At least, not with anyone new...

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    1. Back atcha, Cheryl! Not taking on any new crit partners right now--my current group keeps me busy!

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    2. At some point, I will have to get an actual critique partner instead of the friends I've strong-armed into reading my stuff. But duly noted: not Nan.

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    3. Well, Megan, even if Cheryl balks, I'd be your crit partner. I love, love reading other writers' work! But bear in mind, the editor often overtakes the crit partner, so you'll get copy editing as a bonus now and again. ;)

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  2. I love the style of this blog, and enjoyed getting to know a bit more about Nan. She's always a positive presence in whatever she is involved in.
    She's obviously an overachiever. That is one darling grandbaby!

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    1. Hey Cathy! Isn't Megan's blog a treat? Thanks for coming by! And yes, he is darling! I'm in love!

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    2. Thanks, Cathy! I hope you'll visit again, even if the Diaries tend to be a little more penis-centric.

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  3. Yay Nan! A good editor is a pearl without price. And that grandbaby is adorable!

    *smooches* to Nan! And congrats on the book.

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    1. Thanks, Deb, for stopping by! I love editing and writing...I'm lucky to have such a great job!

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  4. I'm with Cathy--I really like this blog. And Nan is just amazing.

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    1. Thanks, Liz! Isn't this a great blog! I love Megan's look and she's a wonderful writer.

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    2. Thanks, Liz! Some of my most supportive friendships exist in cyberspace, so I'm always happy to meet new people!

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  5. Oops! Started to read about the lone woman and her problem with commas and thought you had written about me. Ha ha.
    Yes, Nan is a hard worker, and she writes a good novel. Can't wait until her next work of genius hits the shelves. Smooches to the grandbaby.

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    1. Roben, you're so great! New novels coming out this summer and fall, so thanks always for your support! Grandboy is too precious. I'm a lucky woman.

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    2. Oh Robena, I'd never noticed that about you, but it certainly makes me, The Lone Woman, feel less alone in my comma addiction.

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  6. I knew Nan was an editor from the Betties page, but I didn't know how many cool projects she has done! Thanks, Megan! (and Nan!)

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    1. Hi Barb! How good of you to stop by! Hope you get a chance to check out RULE NUMBER ONE and if you ever need an editor...I'm here! ;)

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  7. Thanks for the shout-out, Megan! What fun! You are a great writer! And thanks to everyone for coming by and for all the kudos. My head's swelling as I write this! You're all so good for me! ;)

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    1. Thank you, Nan! It's so interesting to learn about the women I visit with on the web. We're all quite fascinating!

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  8. Remember, dear readers, the Diarist wants to support her sisters in self-employment. I consider it my duty, seeing as how I'm sending five more males out into the world and hoping they won't become "the man."

    If you own a business, we want to know about you! Sign up to be a featured "Working Woman." Or refer a friend. Let's help each other, one lone woman at a time.

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  9. I'm an addicted reader who knows Nan through Cheryl's blog and from reading Rule Number One, which I very much enjoyed. Also through some Facebook. .

    It was interesting learning about another part of Nan's life here at The Lone Woman Diaries: Working Woman. A concept I relate to after having worked at various jobs for roughly 50 years (I started very young). I am and have been happily retired now for about seven years and my new job is reading for fun. Gotta say, it's an awesome gig!

    It goes without saying that Nan Reinhardt also rocks it simply because she's another Nancy. *grin*

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    1. Ah, Nancy! How great to see you here! Thanks for stopping by! Would love to have your current gig! ;)

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  10. And she writes a darn good book, too. Is there anything she can't do? I think not.

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    1. Thanks, Judy! There's plenty I can't do, trust me, but I'm sure glad you enjoyed my book. More coming soon!

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  11. Wow! Nan rocks. I mean, she's a Betty and all, but still. Go Nan!

    (Megan, I hope your life calms down for you soon.)

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    1. It's fun to meet so many multi-talented women, which I suppose is the actual definition of "woman."

      (Me, too. But I doubt it.)

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    2. So glad you came by Delia--thanks!! You, too, Megan, you're quite a woman!

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  12. Yeah Nan's intimidatingly awesome.

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  13. Oh, LM! You make me blush! Thanks for coming by, sweetie! Always glad to see you!

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