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Dissertation Rescue: Proposal to Defense

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Stalled by your dissertation? You're not alone. I provide expert rescue and support for PhD, EdD, and DBA candidates from the initial proposal through the final defense. My focus is on fixing the problems that stop you from graduating. Whether you need rigorous statistical analysis, a complete chapter rewrite, or a methodology section that actually works, I turn overwhelming projects into committee-ready documents. With over a decade of hands-on experience and doctoral-level training, I don't just edit—I execute. My goal is to get your work approved so you can finally move on. Let's get you to graduation.
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2023

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Writing

Editing

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Substantive or developmental editing

Formatting and fact checking

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Fiction manuscripts

Non-fiction manuscripts

Academic papers and journals

Scientific / medical papers and journals

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Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

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Tammy T.

Oct 17, 2025

Hired on Thumbtack

Ben helped me fine-tune my book and gave me the confidence as a first time author to move forward in a competitive world.

Details: Editing • Substantive or developmental editing • Non-fiction manuscripts • 50,000 - 100,000 words • A single project • Remotely (phone or internet)

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Nat M.

Aug 28, 2024

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I had the absolute pleasure of working with Ben and I couldn’t be more thrilled with the results. From the initial consultation to the final draft, his professionalism, creativity, and attention to detail were outstanding. Ben has a remarkable ability to capture the voice and tone I envisioned for my project, making the content feel authentically mine. He took my scattered ideas and transformed them into a cohesive, engaging narrative that exceeded my expectations. His storytelling skills, coupled with a deep understanding of my target audience, made the entire process seamless and stress-free. Communication was flawless throughout the project. Ben was receptive to feedback and revisions, always ensuring that the final product met my exact needs and vision. Deadlines were consistently met without compromising on quality, and his commitment to delivering top-notch work was evident at every stage. I highly recommend Ben to anyone in need of a skilled, reliable, and creative writer/editor. His talent is truly exceptional, and I look forward to collaborating with him again in the future.

Details: Editing • Substantive or developmental editing • Academic papers and journals • Technical writing • Education • 2,000 - 10,000 words • A single project • Remotely (phone or internet) • At the pro’s location

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Felicia H.

Aug 1, 2023

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Overall, Ben was great to work with. He helped to make my dissertation clear, concise, and perfectly formatted for APA, and when it was all said and done, I delivered a quality product to my committee, defended it, and had NO REVISIONS. While, I have no need to get another doctorate, I would work with Ben again. However, in full transparency, we did have a few minor challenges in the beginning based on some personal things that Ben had going on, and I did get nervous that I wouldn't get my document back in time. However, I did, and it all worked out! I do recommend working with Ben.

Details: Editing • Proofreading • Substantive or developmental editing • Academic papers and journals • Education • 50,000 - 100,000 words • A single project • At the pro’s location • Remotely (phone or internet)

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Jay g.

Jul 11, 2022

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Amazing editing job! I was very happy with the work done by my editor! He was on time and my manuscript did not need any revisions after the first submission! Thank you so much!!

Details: Editing • Substantive or developmental editing • Academic papers and journals • Education • 10,000 - 30,000 words • A single project • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet) • At the pro’s location

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Thank you so much! I had a great time working with you!
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Keith B.

Feb 28, 2023

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Details: Editing • Proofreading • Formatting and fact checking • Academic papers and journals • Technical writing • Education • 50,000 - 100,000 words • A single project • Remotely (phone or internet)

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