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Neil C.

Cedar Hill, TX

634

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418,445

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More About Neil

I've lived in Papua New Guinea, Australia, and all over the United States--and travels have taken me to many other countries, too. As an ethnomusicologist in a linguistics organization, I've focused on accurate, effective communication in any context through speech, writing, music, and arts. In my spare time, I read widely and worry about how many books there are in the world and how relatively few years I have left to read them all.

I'm now a Professor of World Arts at a graduate institute in Dallas, Texas, and editor of an online academic journal. It's a joy to work with students and authors to make sure their writing communicates accurately and beautifully. (Academic writing desperately needs more beauty!)

I look forward to getting to know you through your writing, supporting your commitment to improve. I know it takes courage to ask someone else to look at your writing and give honest feedback--but I also know it's a rewarding process and a great relationship.

What types of documents do you enjoy editing the most?

Most of my experience is in non-fiction writing: essays and papers, theses and dissertations, resumes and CVs, and business and personal correspondence. I also have a lot of experience helping people practice TOEFL essays. I've been a conference presenter many times, so I can guide you through the whole process, from initial abstract through final presentation script.

I'd love to work with you on any kind of writing at all!

In what subject areas are you an expert?

Music
Visual art
Dance
Drama
Literature
Film
Management, administration, and leadership
Oceania
Christianity
Missions
Religion

What do you do when you’re not editing on Kibin?

Read books
5 favorite books:

The Neverending Story (Michael Ende)
King Lear (William Shakespeare)
Crime and Punishment (Fyodor Dostoyevsky)
The Lord of the Rings (J. R. R. Tolkien)
Surprised by Hope (N. T. Wright)

(And my favorite book about English writing: Garner's Modern English Usage)

Watch movies
5 favorite films:

Blade Runner (1982)
Lost in Translation (2003)
Wings of Desire (1987)
Vertigo (1958)
The Empire Strikes Back (1980)

Spend time with my family

Play saxophone

Best times to request this editor:

Every day (Monday to Sunday)

06:00am to 11:00pm
(GMT-06:00) Central Time

(This is not a guarantee of editor availability.)

Ph.D., Musicology–Ethnomusicology; Kent State University (Kent, Ohio)
M.A., Ethomusicology; Kent State University (Kent, Ohio)
M.M., Saxophone Performance; Kent State University (Kent, Ohio)
B.M. with elective studies in English Literature; Wheaton College (Wheaton, Illinois)

Client Feedback and Praise

Hi Neil, I’m sorry for leave feedback so late. I was really surprised when I received that document, so much helpful advices. It really took me hours to read all of them haha. I love it! It’s much better than I expected. Thank you for your patient help and your kind words of encouragement, I don’t know how to thank you enough. Christmas is approaching, early to wish you Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. : )

- Anonymous

Neil C. just completed a review and edit of my son's 'personal statement' for his college applications. This is one of the best investments that I have made! My son and I were fighting this weekend over getting his essay completed before school starts next week. There is now peace in the house. Priceless. Neil was lighting quick, and provided valuable feedback. I have invested 30-times the cost of the Kibin review on 'tutors' that ended up going nowhere; I should of used Neil C. fist, and sooner. In addition, my son learned from Neil's comments and feedback. This is not just a 'pay someone to do it for you' service--but a valuable learning aid for any student. I would highly recommend Neil C. for quick and helpful edits, and to bring peace to your house if you are dealing with a teen.

- Anonymous

Thanks, Neil. I'm glad you were available to give me feedback.

- Anonymous

Thank you! Your feedback was both helpful and motivating.

- Anonymous

Thank you

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