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Strategic soulful support for academics who are done doing this alone
Expert editing, strategic guidance, and human support - for faculty and graduate writers navigating pressure, burnout, and courageous intellectual work.
"I needed assistance synthesizing my arguments and determining whether my central claims were clear and compelling. After handling revisions on my own, I needed someone with professional editorial experience to help get the project across the finish line.
Aurora offered clear, thoughtful critiques and helped me understand not just what needed revision, but how stronger transitions and organization could elevate the piece. After I revised the manuscript, she reviewed it again and provided another round of invaluable feedback.
As a result, I completed the article, will be presenting it at a conference in New York, and plan to submit it for publication this August. Throughout the process, I had a trusted sounding board who helped me feel confident that my scholarship was on the right track.
If you're feeling vulnerable about your writing, work with Aurora. She has an incredible ability to boost your confidence while helping you see the forest through the trees."
DYNAMIC WAYS TO WORK WITH ME
Different Needs. The same commitment to your success.
Whether you're looking for ongoing support or need help with a specific manuscript, I offer several ways to work together.
The Writing Partnership
signature offering
YOU DON'T HAVE TO DO THIS ALONE.
Six months of personalized editorial, strategic, and human support for your writing (and scholarly) life.
This is for faculty, advanced graduate writers, and writer artists who want more than an editor. You might be writing a book, developing a series of articles, in the throes of writing a dissertation, navigating an R&R, preparing for promotion - or juggling several of these at once.
Flexible Private Zoom Sessions
To use in 15-, 30-, or 60-minute sessions
Ongoing Thought Partner Support
Unlimited Basecamp messaging (response within one business day)
Manuscript/Writing Review
Developmental feedback, line-editing, and/or publication strategy
A Community Just for You
Six months of complimentary access to This Page Called Home - a private, online community with other amazing supportive scholars.
Preferred Client Discount
20% discount on eligible retreats, intensives, and other offerings
INVESTMENT: $4995 FOR SIX MONTHS
One and Done
DON'T HAVE SIX MONTHS?
LET'S GET THIS ONE DONE.
For scholars with one article or chapter who don't need ongoing support but do need an expert set of eyes before they submit.
Editorial review of one article or chapter (up to 12,000 words)
One hour of private consultation via Zoom
Developmental and line-editing
Technical editing and APA cleanup
Actionable feedback so you can submit with confidence
INVESTMENT: $995
Looking for other types of support?
I also work with institutions, offer transformational writing programs, and host retreats and intensives.
Payment plans available.
Custom Projects
YOUR PROJECT IS A LITTLE MORE COMPLICATED. LET’S BUILD THE RIGHT SUPPORT FOR IT.
Some scholarly projects simply don’t fit into a package.
Maybe you have a full book manuscript that needs editing. A dissertation that needs a final polish. Several pieces connected to a grant. A major revision with an unusual scope. Or an institutional project that requires something entirely different.
For larger, specialized, or clearly defined projects, I offer custom editorial and scholarly support tailored to the work in front of you.
✓ Full-length book manuscripts
✓ Dissertations and dissertation formatting/polish
✓ Multi-manuscript or grant-funded projects
✓ Comprehensive developmental and/or line editing
✓ Specialized scholarly and institutional projects
✓ Other projects that fall outside my standard offerings
INVESTMENT: CUSTOM QUOTE
Scope, timeline, and investment are determined after reviewing your project.
The Book Within
YOU KNOW THERE'S A BOOK WITHIN YOU. YOU NEED HELP FIGURING IT OUT.
For writers with a book stirring inside them who need a thought partner to help find its shape, clarify its direction, and create a plan for moving forward.
Four 60-minute 1:1 sessions
Strategic review of selected existing materials
Development of book’s throughline and architecture
Personalized Book Blueprint & next steps
INVESTMENT: $995
"The level of expertise that Dra. Chang offers is incredible, but more so what I appreciate are the conversations that we have. Talking about everything from theoretical frameworks, to the structure of the paper, to some insecurities that I have about imposter syndrome and facing this really big project. I will continue to work with Dra. Chang with every academic project that I have going forward. It’s not only the exceptional quality of her work;
it’s the friendship and the conversations that truly set this experience apart."
Working with Dra. Chang was one of the highlights of writing my book. I found her feedback to be comprehensive, thoughtful, and supportive. The process can feel really isolating and lonely - it was really great to have someone who was able to be such a positive force in my writing project. I would definitely recommend her. Don’t hesitate! Go get that work done!
Dr. Terah C.
Dr. Paty A.
Dr. Rosa L.
Dra. Chang has been instrumental in guiding me to be the professor I want to be. She sees potential in me that I know is there, but often times I struggle to articulate.
Dr. Terah C.
Dr. Paty A.
Dr. Rosa L.
Every time I've worked with Aurora, it has been transformational in terms of my thinking. Aurora helped me clarify my thinking around my manuscript, and transform what was essentially a hodgepodge of data and ideas, into a coherent manuscript that was accepted for publication.
Dr. Terah C.
Dr. Paty A.
Dr. Rosa L.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is your work with clients confidential?
It absolutely is. I understand the politics of academia firsthand, and so confidentiality is my top priority. I aim to foster a safe space of support.
Do you accept institutional funds?
While I prefer direct payment with you taking on the responsibility of getting reimbursed, I regularly work with institutions for payment.
Do you have a sample of a client's writing?
Certainly! I invite you to visit the full portfolio of my client’s work here. View Client Work.
what is your approach to AI use?
Do you work with non-academics?
Yes! Reach out if you have a project in mind. Let's see if we're a good fit. In the past, I have worked with clients on their memoirs and writing projects.
Do you offer payment plans?
Most of my offerings offer payment plans to make the experience more manageable.
Do you work with clients whose first language is not English?
Absolutely! My first language is Spanish and I got my start in and found my love for editing when my mom went back to college in her 40s as a mother of six. I edited ALL of her papers and am proud to say we both graduated from college the same year. I've also worked with hundreds of non-native-speaking students, academics, and clients.