About











My mission is to improve the state of the printed word.


As my 9th-grade English teacher said, "Be precise."  Precision in language is essential for the very best results in communicating successfully.

And communication, as we know, can save the world or destroy it. We have a duty to get it right.

It's that simple.



What I Do

I edit text in a wide variety of fields, from fiction to science and engineering.  My approach to editing is designed to improve clarity without sacrificing your unique style and tone.  My proofreading ensures correct and error-free text.

I love writers.

Helping and nurturing those who create with language is what I love to do.  Writing is indeed an art.



I admit it.
I'm a data wonk.

I was raised by a librarian, got a degree in the field, and have spent my life finding and organizing information.  I'm passionate about
  • Researching topics
  • Writing clear and elegant text
  • Getting things right
It's just the way I am.




Right out of college with a bachelor's degree and a master's degree, I began my lifelong love affair with the world of information--more specifically, written information.

Starting with chemical engineering at The University of Texas, I proceeded to work in computer science, planning and engineering, electronics, marketing, fiction, and I ended up back in academia working in horticulture for Texas A&M University.


And did I mention?  I'm a very open-minded editor.  We all have our own ways of doing things, and I truly respect and honor that.


Fields I Have Worked In

  • Computer Science
  • Engineering
  • Education
  • Horticulture
  • Real Estate
  • Retail
  • Home Maintenance
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Cooking
  • Music
  • Psychology

And  I have edited, written, and proofread novels, short stories, and anthologies.
  • Science Fiction
  • Fantasy
  • General Fiction
  • Poetry

Clients I Have Worked For

I've worked as an editor, writer, proofreader, indexer, transcriptionist, typesetter (book design), graphic designer, and illustrator.

  • Texas A&M AgriLife Extension
  • Texas By Design
  • Just Looking Shop
  • Amanda's Happy Hearth
  • The Rockport Bumblebee
  • Blackland Strings
  • Round Rock Independent School District
  • Sunflower Press
  • Griffon Carpet Care
  • KPM Institute
  • Siemens
  • National Instruments
  • Fisher Controls
  • Radian
  • Parsons Brinckerhoff
  • The University of Texas at Austin
  • Various authors of science fiction, short stories, and poetry


Who Is Amanda Steves?

I am she.  Steves is my married name, and I started my writing and editing career long before I met my wonderful husband.  You might find my alter-ego online--Amanda Steves, a knit and crochet designer.




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