Hi, I'm a mature, college-educated professional male. I don't have a degree in English or Journalism, but I do a considerable amount of writing for work and feel my skills are probably above average. I enjoy many of the stories on Lit, but for me, basic grammatical errors can really detract from an otherwise good story. I would encourage all authors to have an extra set of eyes read through their work before publishing, and I'd be happy to help edit stories for grammatical and spelling mistakes as well as basic structure and readability. I'm open to editing almost any genre, although my personal experience in some areas will naturally be more limited than others. I feel I can still add value by ensuring the story is grammatically correct and reads smoothly and leave the creative aspect to the author who understands the subject more fully. When the author wishes, I would also be happy to offer suggestions on plot or storyline for genres I have a particular interest in.