Leïta Boucicaut
Editor, Writer, Proofreader
Welcome to Red Tree Editing
My name is Leïta (Lay-ee-ta), and I love words.
Whether you are writing a book or looking to launch a new website, your words are key to connecting with your audience. Are you looking for a light proofread of an essay, an in-depth edit of your manuscript or someone to write engaging blog articles for your website? I can help guide you toward making the most of what you hope to achieve.
I believe in establishing a connection with my clients by getting to know them a bit first. I, therefore, offer a free 30-minute consultation via phone or video chat where we can discuss your needs and expectations.
I will handle your project with care, compassion and a healthy nudge toward finding the best way to express yourself. Let’s find out whether we’re a good fit for one another!
Services
What are you looking for?
Editing
Have you written something and need help on how to further develop those ideas?
Or are you happy with your content, but need help with proofreading?
I offer:
- manuscript evaluations
- developmental editing
- content editing
- copy editing
- proofreading
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Writing
Do you need help writing fun articles to sell your product?
Or do you require more news-style articles to provide support for your website?
I offer:
- blog writing
- article writing
- back cover copywriting
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Some corporate clients I have worked with
Feedback I’ve received
“Being critiqued can be painful at times, stinging even for the most professional and talented of writers. But with Leita this is not the case. She offers up her critique with a professional honesty, but with such grace and tact that working with her is nothing short of a pleasure. Far from making me uncomfortable, she had me laughing at my own unnecessary descriptions, or at the odd, awkward run-on sentence. She sugar-coats nothing and yet she leaves the writer without a trace of embarrassment. She is thorough, concise and the very best editor a writer could ever hope to know. If you or anyone you know are currently in search of an editor who will improve your chances of publication in this increasingly competitive market, you need look no further than Leita Boucicaut. I can promise, you will not be disappointed.”
Kimberly Williams
Aspiring author
“The editor’s evaluation was exactly what I was seeking. The editor saw through my words to get at my real story.
(I couldn’t see the forest from the trees, so to speak. Please pass my gratitude on to that editor.
As I absorb all that feedback, it looks like I’ll need to submit an all new Memoir manuscript. That will take me some time.”
Linda
Author of a memoir in progress
“Leita is a highly detail-oriented copyeditor and proofreader who has done a fantastic job polishing our consumer-facing online copy to exceed client expectations. Our client is a major hardware chain, and Leita has been integral in helping us cut through industry jargon to find the right words and phrases to ensure accessibility for readers of all knowledge and familiarity levels. She has also helped streamline our copy flow process for efficiency and consistency in versioned copy.
“Leita has a great eye for detail, works quickly and accurately and is a pleasure to have on our team. I highly recommend her for your team, too!”
Yuki Hayashi
Writer, editor and strategist
