A.J. SOBCZAK

Writer, Manuscript Copy Editor, Developmental Editor, Critiques, Evaluations 

Academic/scholarly writing: theses and dissertations

APA and Chicago Writing Styles

A.J. is a full-time freelance editor, proofreader, and writer (business writing, business methods, business history, communication, literary analysis, fiction in various genres) with more than 18 years of experience in the publishing industry. He has edited nonfiction work in a variety of fields, including various social sciences, technical research, and medical research. He has edited dozens of books and journals in the social sciences, research methods, mathematics, political science, psychology, business and management, history, and health and medicine, among other topics. He enjoys editing a wide variety of fiction, with past projects including fantasy, science fiction, mysteries, sports fiction, period fiction, and mainstream.

• Salem Press (6 years in-house, continuing freelance)
• Sage Publications (since 1993)
• The University of California Press
• Liberty Fund
• ABC-CLIO
• Rowman & Littlefield
• Guilford Press

Partial List of Books Edited

Race, Ethnicity, and Gender, edited by Joseph F. Healey, PhD

Handbook of Research Design & Social Measurement, edited by Delbert C. Miller and Neil J. Salkind

The Planetary Report, a bimonthly magazine for space enthusiasts

Slow Leadership, by Adrian Savage

Reflections on Blood Games: Impact Poems from the Ricochets of Life, by Paul Guthrie (Calliope Books, 2007)

Feedback

"A. J. is an outstanding copyeditor, and was a true pleasure to work with. He excels at bringing out the best of the author has to say, without changing the author's 'voice.'" Roderick Baker, Publisher, Apollo House Press

A Curveball from Heaven, by Louis A. Buckley— sports fantasy

"A.J. has been a huge asset to my company and myself since August of 2002. A.J. has assisted me with the editing of my book proposal and has always exceeded my extremely high standards. He is always concerned about the quality of his work, and works beyond the standards given to him. He treats every project individually and gives it his full attention every time. He strives to constantly improve everything he touches. This is easily seen through his accuracy and attention to detail while proofing and editing my manuscript. I would be more than happy to discuss A.J.’s outstanding work with anyone who has any hesitation in working with or hiring A.J. Sobczak." Jennifer C. Selland, Founder and President, Well-Run Concepts, Santa Barbara, CA

"It has been a pleasure working with A. J. I have never worked with someone as competent as he is in copy editing. Most of the copy editors that I've worked with let many things "slide" that would never escape A. J.'s sharp eye. He really has very high standards and is, by far, the most competent copy editor with which I've worked. I have recommended him to colleagues, who were also extremely satisfied with his performance." John Antonakis, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Management, HEC, University of Lausanne, Switzerland

"A.J. was fast and efficient. His price was competitive and his level of editing was just what I needed for my comp exam. I would work with him in the future.” Margaret Clausen, doctoral student, California Institute of Integral Studies

"A.J. added substantial value and was accommodating, thoughtful and responsive to my requests.” (Contact information on request)

“A. J. did an excellent job and I am more than satisfied. I work full-time, am married, have a teenage son and a new five month old baby and I am trying to finish my Ph.D. so this editing was a real stress buster and time saver. I will utilize your services throughout the rest of my course work and dissertation.” Selina Griswold, graduate student, North Central University

"An excellent experience and first-rate work at every stage.” (Contact information on request)