Stephanie Keep

Stephanie Keep – Editor

Don't ever fall for the trap of thinking you can be rigorous and academic OR engaging and clear--you can absolutely be both. I'll help you.

Overview

I am a life and earth science content developer, editor, and writer with diverse experience across formats, grade levels, and disciplines. Strong academic background with proven record of outstanding work developed both independently and in collaboration with educators, academics, and authors.
Services
Non-Fiction
Children’s Non-Fiction Life Sciences Nature
Languages
English (UK) English (US)

Work experience

BiteScis

Jan, 2015 — Present

BiteScis is a ComSciCon spin-off that brings together 9–12 teachers and science graduate students to develop novel lesson plans and readings based on current research for use in the classroom. Awarded funding from the John Templeton Foundation in 2017 for a three-year pilot program.

National Center for Science Education

Mar, 2014 — Dec, 2018 (almost 5 years)

Write blog posts on topics related to science education, evolution, and paleontology. Assist in organization initiatives related to evolution and teacher engagement. Journal editor for the Reports of the National Center for Science Education, the official publication of the organization, with the mission of promoting the understanding of evolution and climate science and science as a way of knowing. Solicit, review, and edit peer-reviewed articles, and non-peer-reviewed features and reviews in collaboration with the NCSE staff and team of associate editors.

Keep Learning

Jan, 2014 — Present

Current projects and clients include:
 Curriculum developer and editor for HHMI BioInteractive
o Write and edit film guides, quizzes, and activities related to HHMI short films in collaboration with BioInteractive staff and teachers
 Content advisor and consultant for WGBH/NOVA
o Guest blogger, on-screen presenter, and writer for projects including NOVA’s Evolution Lab and PBS Learning Media activities and professional development units.
 Script writer for PBS Digital Studios production It’s OK To Be Smart
o Write and edit scripts on assorted topics related to evolution
 Assessment developer for Measure Progress
o Research and write three-dimensional modules and items for MCAS Biology
 Passage author for College Board
o Research and write science passages for use on the SAT

Past projects include:
 Developmental editor for Freeman Biology (Pearson)
 Developer and editor for BioTeach

Portfolio

Editorial Assessment
Editorial Assessment
This book presents a comprehensive overview of the science of the history of life. Paleobiologists bring many analytical tools to bear in interpreting the fossil record and the book introduces... read more
Developmental Editing
Pearson Environmental Science (Your World Your Turn), Florida Edition, Hardcover, 618 pages
Developmental Editing
NOTE: You are purchasing a standalone product. For introductory courses for biology majors. Uniquely engages biology students in active learning, scientific thinking, and skill development. Sc... read more
Developmental Editing
Miller & Levine Biology Curriculum - High School The respected author team of Ken Miller and Joe Levine are back with a new edition of biology books to inspire students to interact with truste... read more
Developmental Editing
With breathtaking images and compelling stories, an underwater photographer chronicles the glory, and devastation, of our changing oceans.When author Jeff Rotman began his adventures as an und... read more
Developmental Editing

Stephanie has 2 reviews

Professionalism

Quality

Value

Responsiveness

Anne M.

Anne M.

Nov, 2023

Stephanie is skilled at finding the "fatal flaws" of a work in progress. Her critiques are detailed and informative. They may require some thick skin on the author's part, but in the end she provides valuable insight into how to make a manuscript as strong and marketable as possible. She is encouraging and kind.
Anne M.

Anne M.

Jun, 2023

Stephanie has a real eye for details that most other readers tend to miss. And for my subject matter, she also brought excellent technical background. Very friendly, encouraging & professional.

Professionals similar to Stephanie

Get a range of offers by requesting quotes from multiple professionals.

Claire Naylor

Claire N.

Experienced non-fiction editor specialising in copy-editing and proofing travel, art, wildlife and family content. Lonely Planet, DK Travel

London, UK

100% reply rate

View profile
Karen Trost

Karen T.

Experienced developmental editor and freelance writer with over 30 years of experience in academic publishing.

Keller, TX, USA

100% reply rate

View profile
Steph Vinrace

Steph V.

Currently editing at Penguin Random House. Editor, copyeditor, proofreader and writer specialising in children's books.

London, UK

88% reply rate

View profile