Sarah S. Davis, Msls, Mfa Email & Phone Number

Swarthmore, Pa, Us

Since 2018, I have published multiple nonfiction books, several of which have been bestsellers.

Contributed articles a contributing staff writer capacity at BookRiot.com, a leading site for book-related feature writing, personal essays, and opinions on the web, from 2015-2023.. With more than 1 million unique pageviews a month, 101k followers on Twitter, and about 385k followers on Facebook, Book Riot is an established voice in new web literary criticism with a special focus on diversity.I have worked as a Bibliologist since 2018 supplying custom book recommendations through Book… Show more Contributed articles a contributing staff writer capacity at BookRiot.com, a leading site for book-related feature writing, personal essays, and opinions on the web, from 2015-2023.. With more than 1 million unique pageviews a month, 101k followers on Twitter, and about 385k followers on Facebook, Book Riot is an established voice in new web literary criticism with a special focus on diversity.I have worked as a Bibliologist since 2018 supplying custom book recommendations through Book Riot's Tailored Book Recommendations company. Show less

Swarthmore, Pa

Owner and chief librarian at The Freelance Librarian, a consulting company that serves clients working in fields such as research, information science, reader's advisory, content marketing, editorial, social media, and communications with a specific focus on reaching readers, entrepreneurs, and library patrons.

Since 2014, I have several years of experience supporting a diverse slate of authors across genres with:—Social media content creation, scheduling, and analytics (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, etc.)—Social media strategy —Marketing plans, such as for book releases —Brand definition, strategy, and development —Newsletters —ARC team organizing—Goodreads Author Account management—Merchandise store functionality—Research for podcast appearance possibilities… Show more Since 2014, I have several years of experience supporting a diverse slate of authors across genres with:—Social media content creation, scheduling, and analytics (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, etc.)—Social media strategy —Marketing plans, such as for book releases —Brand definition, strategy, and development —Newsletters —ARC team organizing—Goodreads Author Account management—Merchandise store functionality—Research for podcast appearance possibilities, —Researching potential blogs for reviews/book blog tours—General research—Data entry —Contest management—Project management —Survey design and analytics—SEO optimizing blog content—Google analytics —Correspondence —Cover design—Kindle/ebook and paperback formatting—Ghostwriting blog posts—Navigating Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) and Author Central—Compiling a “Media Kit”Additionally, I have years of experience in publishing with:—Book outlining—Plot doctoring —Ghostwriting —Developmental editing—Line editing —Proofreading —Promotional text copywriting (book tag lines, book descriptions/blurbs, author bio)—Word stylingMy goal is to help you get back to writing while supporting you to grow and thrive as a modern Show less

Broke by Books (http://www.brokebybooks.com) was started in November 2014 primarily to house a final project for my Young Adult Literature and Services class at Clarion University where I am pursuing my Master of Library and Information Science. I’ve always loved writing, and I’ve always loved reading, and more than anything I love writing about what I’m reading and what other people are reading. I want to connect with other readers and also become a place where they can connect. I believe in… Show more Broke by Books (http://www.brokebybooks.com) was started in November 2014 primarily to house a final project for my Young Adult Literature and Services class at Clarion University where I am pursuing my Master of Library and Information Science. I’ve always loved writing, and I’ve always loved reading, and more than anything I love writing about what I’m reading and what other people are reading. I want to connect with other readers and also become a place where they can connect. I believe in the power of reading. I believe it can save your life and change your life. It is a reason to live.To that end, Broke By Books’ guided mission statement is:“To spread a contagious love for reading through engaging, thought provoking, and entertaining content inspired by my passion for books, writing, reading, and living.”Broke By Books mixes reviews and feature stories with insight, wit, and a passion for reading and writing as the driving content guidelines. Show less

I write alternative text for images in educational publications, such as textbooks, in STEM subjects like programming and engineering. I have authored alternative text for complex tables, figures, mathematical objects, diagrams, charts, photographs, and illustrations, according to industry and internal standard guidelines.

Swarthmore, Pa

I edit academic writing at all levels, from admissions statements to undergraduate term papers, graduate thesis, and doctoral dissertations. I have also edited journal articles and tenure/promotion letters. As this company operates worldwide, I have worked closely with editing English as a Second Language (ESL) writers. Additionally, I have edited many different subjects, including humanities, social sciences, business, engineering, and even medicine. I meet or exceed tight turnarounds.

Since November 2015, as a Copywriter I write promotional copy for a major New York publishing house through Kirkus Media mainly working on book and series taglines, book and series descriptions, and author biographies. Since December 2016, as a Copyeditor, I proofread in the line editing and copyediting capacity. Since February 2016, as a Proofreader, I proofread other writers' promotional text for accuracy, spelling, grammar, and style. Since May 2016, as a Production Editor I have performed… Show more Since November 2015, as a Copywriter I write promotional copy for a major New York publishing house through Kirkus Media mainly working on book and series taglines, book and series descriptions, and author biographies. Since December 2016, as a Copyeditor, I proofread in the line editing and copyediting capacity. Since February 2016, as a Proofreader, I proofread other writers' promotional text for accuracy, spelling, grammar, and style. Since May 2016, as a Production Editor I have performed quality control review for copywriters with detailed feedback and, if applicable, revision requests. Show less

Provide reader's advisory services as a contributing writer for the EBSCO product, NoveList. NoveList is a trusted source for reading recommendations and is used nationwide in public and academic libraries. Write title, author, and series recommendations and series descriptions following tight word count specifications and unique in-house style. Write feature articles for NoveList newsletter and website.

Remote

Enhance client resumes, CVs, and cover letters across a wide range of career fields. Revise and adjust documents based on customer feedback.

As a project manager at Bridgehead, I worked with a vast network of freelance writers to coordinate long-term and short-term editorial projects. An integral part of the development of the Bridgehead Blog, my efforts included managing the editorial and production process, from soliciting, evaluating, and accepting pitches to scheduling the editorial calendar, posting in WordPress, and coordinating content strategy with our social media and marketing specialist. As a freelance writer for… Show more As a project manager at Bridgehead, I worked with a vast network of freelance writers to coordinate long-term and short-term editorial projects. An integral part of the development of the Bridgehead Blog, my efforts included managing the editorial and production process, from soliciting, evaluating, and accepting pitches to scheduling the editorial calendar, posting in WordPress, and coordinating content strategy with our social media and marketing specialist. As a freelance writer for Bridgehead, I wrote custom content, such as author biographies and author taglines, for a leading retailer in the book industry. I curated excerpts of eBooks within genre channels that were featured for customers. Additionally, I operated under tight deadlines to write book descriptions across genres for a Big 5 publishing house's daily newsletter. I also contributed articles about books and cooking for the company blog. Show less

Acting as a subject matter expert (SME) of library science, I am leading content strategy and development efforts at the library marketing and search assistance company Koios. Current projects include authoring guest blog posts and articles about topics such as virtual reader's advisory, linked data, the semantic web, search engine indexing, and marketing to patrons with asynchronous services. Future projects might include white papers, journal articles, and ebooks.

Swarthmore, Pa

Since originating the role of volunteer social media manager at Swarthmore Public Library in July 2016, I have significantly bolstered our online presence. After my first week, our Facebook page reach grew by 325%; post engagement by 579%; page likes by 167%; and page views by 50%. In less than a year, our Facebook page likes/fans have grown from 667 to 752, and we have seen nearly 3,000 likes on our content. I also advised our director on paid campaigns. For my master's capstone project, I… Show more Since originating the role of volunteer social media manager at Swarthmore Public Library in July 2016, I have significantly bolstered our online presence. After my first week, our Facebook page reach grew by 325%; post engagement by 579%; page likes by 167%; and page views by 50%. In less than a year, our Facebook page likes/fans have grown from 667 to 752, and we have seen nearly 3,000 likes on our content. I also advised our director on paid campaigns. For my master's capstone project, I designed and conducted original research through social media analytics and data crunching. I also implemented a patron feedback survey. I analyzed my findings in my graduate thesis about developing a user-focused and cost-effective social media strategy for libraries. My research was groundbreaking because much of the literature evaluates social media from the librarian point of view, not from a consumer perspective to understand what patrons want from library communications and why. Show less

Perform a critical reading of books and construct a reader's guide with a heavy focus on literary analysis at the chapter, stylistic, character, and thematic level. Analyze key quotes, write discussion questions, and point out important symbols and symbolism.

Copy edit study guides for grammar, in-house style, and proper depth of analysis. Work with guide authors through the revision process. Construct thoughtful feedback editorial letters.

Answer research questions from a variety of industries for busy professionals. Design and execute a research strategy. Utilize advanced online information retrieval strategies to retrieve relevant information (articles, journal articles, case studies, lectures, statistics, white papers, etc.) and synthesize the research into a thoughtful analysis.

Review books on topics related to mental health, psychology, wellness, and mind-body. Write a blog about psychology on TV.

Encapsulate literary merits and basic plot of independently published books in the Kirkus Indie division of one of the nation's oldest book review publications.

Edit graduate admissions statements for overseas students applying to schools in the United States. Provide suggestions to clients for mechanics, grammar, style, flow, and constructing narratives.

Greater Philadelphia Area

Assisted Reference and Instruction Services Department of Van Pelt Libraries at the University of Pennsylvania with reference services at the reference desk and through the online chat feature. Answered patrons' questions about the library and helped them find books, articles, and reference sources for their original research

Greater Philadelphia Area

Coordinated the daily administrative affairs of Stouffer College House including tracking House’s budget, managing office’s finances, ordering office supplies, maintaining inventory, overseeing House website, and creating and publishing a weekly newsletter.Hired and supervised team of student managers. Worked with managers during pre-orientation training and held biweekly meetings. Authorized student timesheet paperwork.Assisted in the hiring process for graduate assistants… Show more Coordinated the daily administrative affairs of Stouffer College House including tracking House’s budget, managing office’s finances, ordering office supplies, maintaining inventory, overseeing House website, and creating and publishing a weekly newsletter.Hired and supervised team of student managers. Worked with managers during pre-orientation training and held biweekly meetings. Authorized student timesheet paperwork.Assisted in the hiring process for graduate assistants. Coordinated interviews with application committee and applicants. Managed logistics of small and large-scale House events such as Staff Training, New Student Orientation, and Staff Appreciation Dinner. Managed catering, bus reservations, venue booking, and follow-up. Processed purchase orders and invoices. Show less

Greater New York City Area

Supported Dr. Myra Lotto as a Teaching Assistant for “The Critical Mind” course in the Columbia University graduate program of Strategic Communications.Advised graduate students on bibliographic formatting and research skills.Provided detailed, critical analysis and an initial grade of student work and later providing sole grading on student paper assignments such as research breakout proposals, research documents composed of relevant quotes and facts for papers, first drafts… Show more Supported Dr. Myra Lotto as a Teaching Assistant for “The Critical Mind” course in the Columbia University graduate program of Strategic Communications.Advised graduate students on bibliographic formatting and research skills.Provided detailed, critical analysis and an initial grade of student work and later providing sole grading on student paper assignments such as research breakout proposals, research documents composed of relevant quotes and facts for papers, first drafts, and final drafts. Show less

Greater Philadelphia Area

Edited training courses for the banking and financial industry. Authored new learning objects, such as quizzes and activities.

Swarthmore, Pa

*Provided circulation desk support during day and evening hours for Swarthmore Public Library. Checked materials in and out of the library. Collected fines. Helped patrons find materials in the stacks. Assisted patrons with questions about how to use the public-access computers. Provided recommendations on similar materials.*Independently developed children’s programming for storyhours by selecting age-appropriate books and setting up crafts ahead of time for toddler storyhour. Read and… Show more *Provided circulation desk support during day and evening hours for Swarthmore Public Library. Checked materials in and out of the library. Collected fines. Helped patrons find materials in the stacks. Assisted patrons with questions about how to use the public-access computers. Provided recommendations on similar materials.*Independently developed children’s programming for storyhours by selecting age-appropriate books and setting up crafts ahead of time for toddler storyhour. Read and sang to children during storyhour with the goal of creating an inclusive, interactive environment. Supervised craft project during storyhour. Also assisted with logistics of special events for children like guest performers and outdoors water games summer celebration event.*Prepared material for interlibrary loan by pulling material from the collection. Called patrons to inform them of holds that had come in. Checked out material that was on hold to patrons. Helped patrons make hold requests.*Stacked shelves with returned books, CDs, DVDs, and magazines. Show less

Ba, English

Activities and Societies: Sigma Tau Delta, The International English Honor Society Gregory College House, Spring 2009-Spring 2011 Film.

Master Of Fine Arts - Mfa, Writing For Children And Young Adults

Master Of Library & Information Science (Mlis/Msls), Library And Information Science

Relevant coursework: Online Information Retrieval, Organization of Information, Virtual Reference Services, Indexing & Abstracting, Genre.

Non-Degree Status, Bioethics/Medical Ethics

Took two courses in the department of bioethics at the Perelman School of Medicine. Coursework included: "Narrative Medicine" and "Medical.

English, Philosophy, German, Folklore

Activities and Societies: Philolexian Society, The Barnard Bulletin, Bach Society