About
I’m Kim Foster, an experienced book editor who helps authors draw out the right words for their message, communicating beautiful ideas, stories, and life-changing concepts. I have worked with thousands of pieces of content throughout my fifteen years in business, including books, articles, academic works, business copy, author bios, and marketing copy for books.
My career began in the field of music, first with a bachelor’s degree, then a master’s degree–both in piano performance. As much as I loved music, the stressful lifestyle didn’t fit me. I began to search for a career that I could wake up excited about each morning. I tapped into my love of words and dug deeper into what it means to be a wordsmith passionate about communication. I found editing and went back to school to earn a copyeditor’s certificate.
My background in music prepared me well for the level of concentration and discipline needed in editing. As a lifelong learner, I decided to return to school again to study writing and graduated in 2024 with a bachelor of English with an emphasis in writing, rhetoric, and technical communication.
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I approach the editing process as a collaboration with the author. I want to be sure I understand an author’s vision so I can embrace the author’s voice while ensuring content flows and is easily understood. With an eye for structure, theme, and syntax, I work with clients to elevate their manuscripts, often weaving in research and storytelling.
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​When I’m not editing or writing, I enjoy working in my organic vegetable garden, reading, discussing books with my husband, and searching out new coffee shops.
Learn more about me and the work that I do in this episode on the Beyond Better Podcast with Stacy Ennis. Enjoy!
Mission
Words are powerful. They influence, articulate complex ideas, and tell compelling stories. Used well, they are an effective tool for expression and connection.
As an editor and a writer, I focus on compelling, impactful narratives that resonate with diverse audiences while maintaining the highest standards of clarity, creativity, and integrity in every piece of writing. With attention to authenticity and voice, I collaborate with the author to bring clarity and flow to theme and structure.
Vision
I help writers bridge gaps between people and ideas by bringing clarity and flow to theme and structure through developmental and content editing. Whether you have a completed manuscript or you’re trying to solidify an outline, I help refine the essential elements of a quality manuscript on its way to publication.
The goal? A stellar manuscript ready for the next phase of your publishing journey.