Hi, I’m Lara—a freelance writer, editor, and self-proclaimed word collector. I’m drawn to the sounds, shapes, and subtleties of language that help people say what they really mean. I scribble unexpected phrases on scraps of paper, read sentences aloud for their cadence and rhythm, and obsess (in the best way) over the perfect word that brings clarity and spark—the one that makes everything click.

I started my career in children’s trade publishing at the literary agency Curtis Brown, Ltd., where I negotiated contracts, critiqued manuscripts, advocated for authors, and acted as a liaison between agent and editor. As a freelance writer, I shifted to educational publishing, where I've written a wide range of materials, including leveled readers, mentor texts, narrative nonfiction, and poetry. As an editor, I’ve worked on texts by Nell Duke and Georgia Heard, and I’ve provided countless developmental edits to both established and aspiring children’s authors on manuscripts ranging from picture books to young adult novels. Over the years, I’ve collaborated with editors and educational publishers to create engaging, developmentally appropriate content that connects with young readers.

Alongside that work, I’ve built a strong portfolio as a finance and business writer, often behind the scenes as a ghostwriter. I craft clear, client-ready, and SEO-friendly articles for accounting firms and financial advisors, covering everything from retirement strategies to small business growth and personal finance. My work also extends into niche industries, such as healthcare, retail, construction, veterinary, and professional services, always with a small business perspective.  

Whether I’m crafting sentences that sing for curious kids or simplifying complex ideas for cash-conscious adults, I bring a meticulous eye, a collaborative spirit, and a deep respect for the target audience to every project.