About

Your story matters.
Your message matters.
Your words matter.


The Intuitive Editor is here to make sure your words sparkle and shine how you always imagined they would—
to get your inspiring message out into the world in a clear and powerful way.

Mikael is very talented, self-sufficient, and a pleasure to work with. She is both creative and analytical. She is one of those employees that you want to hold on to for as long as possible because she is so motivated.
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Trinette Huber

Former Manager at Sinclair Oil Corp.

My name is Mikael, and I love taking a piece of work, straightening it out, beautifying it, and leaving it better than when I found it.

I’m an avid writer, editor, and proofreader–though I must say I have a particular love and skill for taking a piece of writing and making it truly sing. Some accuse me of alchemy since everything I touch can’t help but turn to gold.

The Intuitive Editor was born when I realized my joy and passion in helping others polish their stories surpassed all the other ways I could potentially serve people.

If I didn’t have to stop to rest my eyes from time to time, I would edit all day every day! The second something hits my desk, my fingers itch to open it to start working my magic on it to polish it up.

I absolutely love taking a piece of content, honing in on the message, stripping away the unnecessary, and correcting any unsightly spelling, grammar, or punctuation errors… All while maintaining your true voice and ensuring the message shines through without discrediting distractions or errors.

Many of my previous colleagues and employers can attest to just that. A few keep me on speed dial for when they need that final proofread since they know I deliver impeccable editorial feedback time and time again. They keep me on standby for their projects that need editing. I’m honored to be their go-to proofing person. Maintaining ongoing relationships with my clients is my favorite!

The clarifying process of editing and proofreading is my absolute favorite way to help people—especially authors, creatives, spiritual entrepreneurs/business owners, or other heart-centered content creators. If you have a sense that there’s more to life than what can only be physically seen, you’re my kind of person.

Combined with my uncanny intuitive abilities as a psychic and medium, I feel straight into the heart of your work to see how it truly wants to show up in the world. Then I can translate those energetic feelings into edits and suggestions to clarify and strengthen your message or story.

Consider me a book shaman since I can work with the seen and unseen between your words. Or even a story alchemist, spinning your stories into gold through the refining process of editing.

I’d be tickled to work with you on your book, content, or other messaging to make sure it’s crystal clear and free from errors, reflective of your voice, and shining how it’s meant to—to more powerfully connect with those who need your unique gifts and messages.

“Mikael is Marvelous!”

Mikael’s enthusiasm and attention to detail are wonderful! I’m very grateful for her help to smooth away the rough edges in sentence structure so that the story is even more enjoyable for readers. I’d recommend her to anyone needing a sharp set of eyes to make their story shine!

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

— A.L. Knorr
Amazon Bestselling Author

“A Renaissance Woman!”

I call her a Renaissance woman because she can do everything. Her care in wanting your final product and its messaging to be perfect and powerful is something I am truly grateful for.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

— Valerie David
Playwright & Actor

“An Amazing Editor!”

Mikael has a sharp editorial eye, a big heart, and a great sense of humor. I trust her so much that I gave her my own book for copyediting. She did a fantastic job catching inconsistencies and grammar errors while making me laugh and feel safe.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

— Sarah Fox
Founder & CEO of The Bookish Fox

What I Love to Edit…

  • YA / MG Fiction
  • Fantasy / Urban Fantasy
  • Fairy Tale Reimaginings
  • Romance (up to Mid-Spice)
  • Horror / Suspense
  • Spiritual Nonfiction
  • Inspirational Memoirs
  • Metaphysical / Energetics
  • Paranormal / Supernatural
  • Science Fiction
  • Fantastical 🦄
  • Metaphysical 💫
  • Supernatural 👻
  • Spiritual 🙏
  • Magical 💖

Editing Experience

Career Highlights: 

~ Edited/proofread 25+ books in <8 years, spanning YA, middle grade, sci-fi/fantasy, literary fiction, health/psychology, and memoir genres

~ 15+ years writing & editing the monthly IT security newsletter for Sinclair Oil/Grand America Hotels as a cybersecurity training tool for 10,000+ staff

~ Primary editor on the Salt Lake Chamber’s annual magazine, Life in Utah, from 2013-14, then a contributing editor from 2015-2018

~ Contributing editor for SLC’s DOWNTOWN the Magazine, 2014 – 2018

~ Written and self-published a novel (Crimson Oppression) and three short stories (with more in the works!)

Specialties: 

~ Deeply understanding story structure and character motivations for a compelling narrative arc (Developmental Editing)

~ Activating the message by replacing passive language with more dynamic and engaging text (Line Editing)

~ Catching inconsistencies, homonyms, and errant punctuation (Proofreading)

~ Breaking down complex concepts into language anyone can understand — or simplifying language for clarity and brevity

~ Proficient in Chicago Manual of Style and AP


Confused about what it takes to edit a book? 📚
There’s a lot to consider when it comes to editing your book so you can finally achieve your publishing goals.
 
In this special email series, The Intuitive Editor walks you through what to do with your first draft, the various types of book editing, and how to decide which editor to offer your rose to—so you can finally publish with confidence & clarity.
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