It is a truth universally acknowledged...
that the best proofreading often happens after hitting Send.
Even after a decade in the business, Meagan Davenport can still vouch for it.
And her goal is to help authors bypass this experience altogether—by working with them (you!) as a partner in editing and proofreading.
In short, Meagan is a resonator—someone who hears what you're trying to do and helps you get there.
Ready to take your book to the next level?
So is Meagan. Let's work together to make your book publication-ready with professional copyediting and proofreading.
Meet Meagan Davenport
Meagan Davenport is a freelance copyeditor and proofreader originally from the Pacific Northwest, now based in Georgia (though Alaska Airlines is still her airline of choice). Her certificate in editing from the University of Chicago, BA in European Studies (History minor), and 20+ years’ business experience make the perfect Venn diagram for many a project. Her mission is to polish the written word while retaining authors’ unique voices.
She is a gold member of The Christian PEN and a member of ACES, the Society for Editors. She also volunteers as a proofreader for The PEN Institute.
Meagan specializes in:
- Christian fiction
- Historical
- Contemporary
- Literary
- Sci-fi/fantasy
- Dystopian
- Christian nonfiction
- Apologetics
- Theology
- Faith/liturgy
- Biography/memoir
- Social commentary
- Counseling documents
- Articles
- Blogs
- Book reviews
- Homework
- Presentations (slide decks and associated handouts
What Meagan's Clients Say
★★★★★
“Meagan's editing and copyediting skills are impeccable. She has a sharp eye for detail, a natural instinct for structure and flow, and an ability to refine a writer’s voice without ever diluting it."
Rebecca Jordan, BSN, RN
Client Engagement Manager/Milliman
★★★★★
“Meagan has excellent editorial instincts and a strong ability to shape ideas into clear, compelling writing. She brings exceptional attention to detail, consistently improving flow, structure, and clarity while carefully preserving the writer’s unique voice."